Itsays containership capacity scrapped in the first four months of 2014 reached 212,000-teu, or 27% more than a year ago.
“Although the pace of scrapping is expected toslow down in the next three months due to the traditionally stronger demand inthe summer peak shipping season, full year deletions are still on track toreach a new annual record,” Alphaliner said.
Itforecasts that total deletions are expected to approach 500,000-teu this year –a level comparable to the 463,000-teu seen in 2013.
