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After a weak February to May peak season, the specialized reefer business has endured a tough six months hit by weak demand, supply overcapacity and predatory pricing.

Report contents

p. 23 Charter market: shipping downturn hits period charters
p. 27 New liner service for South African reefer exports?
p. 29 Banana market and sea freight: Del Monte delvers fillip to reefer business

Full contents of the issue

FruiTrop is a monthly journal containing news about trade flows of fresh and processed tropical fruits, fresh citrus, and counter-season fruits. Aimed at a readership of economic and political decision makers in these sectors, it is published in French and English editions. FruiTrop is distributed in more than 40 countries.