A Short Discussion on Current Challenges Faced by Container Shipping Companies and the Solutions

Abstract

As a rapid developing means of international trade, container shipment has become mature in only several decades, and it now has been facing many challenges. The author has investigated these challenges from financial aspects, empty containers and overcapacity based on the news and literature review. A discussion on the reasons of challenges has been made from the aspect of the social environment and the companies themselves. Companies are suggested to carry out practical solutions and consider solutions comprehensively. The emphases on the prediction of the influence of social changes and weather changes have been made. Keywords—Container shipment, international trade, current challenge, potential solutions