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Hapag-Lloyd CEO warns of 'particularly tough' tariffs due to U.S. exposure

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Posted on April 30, 2025

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Hapag-Lloyd CEO Discusses Impact of Tough U.S. Tariffs

BERLIN (Reuters) - The trade policy of U.S. President Donald Trump is particularly tough on German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd because of the high proportion of volumes related to the United States in global freight, the chief executive said on Wednesday.

Rolf Habben Jansen said 22% of global container freight and around 27% of Hapag's own cargo volume was connected to the U.S., adding, "Against this backdrop, U.S. tariffs are particularly tough."

(Reporting by Elke Ahlswede, writing by Rachel More, editing by Thomas Seythal)

Key Takeaways

  • Hapag-Lloyd CEO warns of tough U.S. tariffs.
  • 27% of Hapag-Lloyd's cargo is U.S.-related.
  • U.S. tariffs significantly affect global freight.
  • CEO Rolf Habben Jansen highlights challenges.
  • German shipping company faces trade policy issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The article discusses the impact of U.S. tariffs on Hapag-Lloyd, a German shipping company, due to its significant cargo volume linked to the U.S.
How much of Hapag-Lloyd's cargo is linked to the U.S.?
Approximately 27% of Hapag-Lloyd's cargo volume is connected to the U.S.
Who is the CEO of Hapag-Lloyd?
The CEO of Hapag-Lloyd is Rolf Habben Jansen.

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