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Supply Chain Secrets

NYSHEX
Tariffs
Freight Rates
Shipping Rates
Red Sea
China
Strait Of Hormuz
Supply Chain Management
Container Shipping
Trade War
Trans-Pacific Market
Asia-Europe Trade
Ocean Shipping
Shipping Industry
Trans-Pacific Trade
Gaza
Global Carriers
Spot Rates
Vespucci Maritime
Panama Canal
TPM

The Supply Chain Secrets Podcast cuts through the noise to bring you real, unfiltered insights from the front lines of global logistics. Whether you’re a shipper, NVO, carrier, or just someone who needs to stay ahead of market shifts, we deliver analysis and hard-hitting conversations that actually matter. Visit nyshex.com/podcast to register to attend live!

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Pacific rates are flatlining but peak season signals are building, with freight futures pointing to a $900 per FEU jump on Asia-North Europe by July. Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, global container demand fell 2.4% year-o... more

The Strait of Hormuz has been closed for two months, yet TransPacific and Asia-Europe freight rates are barely moving compared to the disruptions of 2024-2025. This week, Lars and Caroline put the Hormuz crisis in proper context and cover the other h... more

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Iran has seized two MSC vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, bookings into the Persian Gulf have collapsed 66% year over year, and Somali pirates are back. The maritime risk picture is deteriorating fast.

In this episode, Lars Jensen and Caroline Weaver... more

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Ocean freight markets are sending mixed signals this week: Asia-Europe spot rates are falling, Pacific rates are ticking up, and Atlantic rates jumped sharply, but the bigger story is the widening spread between what different shippers are paying and... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Stallion
Runs Container Futures at Clarksons
Clarksons
Episode: Hormuz Shock: What the Latest Crisis Means for Freight Rates and Risk
Rathna Sharad
CEO and founder of Flavacamp, cross-border platform enabling global expansion for brands
Flavacamp
Episode: Persian Gulf Shock, Tariff Refunds, and the Next Wave of Surcharges
Gordon Downes
CEO of Nyshex
Nyshex
Episode: TPM Live: Iran Escalation, Phantom GRIs, and a New Playbook for Volatility
Matthew (Matt)
Head of Trade for Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, manages carrier relationships and import/export flows.
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics
Episode: Early 2026 Signals: Rates, Indexing, and the Red Sea Question
Don Davis
A prominent figure in the shipping industry
ZIM
Episode: Year-End 2025: What Changed, What Didn’t, and What’s Coming in 2026
Lars Jensen
Co-host of Supply Chain Secrets
NYSHAX
Episode: Year-End 2025: What Changed, What Didn’t, and What’s Coming in 2026
Michael Wray
Director of Transpacific Eastbound Marketing and Pricing for Ocean Network Express North America
Ocean Network Express
Episode: Unsettled Rates, New Tariffs & Rising Maritime Risks: Market Signals for 2026
Mark Hendricks
Partner at Sagil Capital and hedge fund manager with expertise in shipping equities
Sagil Capital
Episode: Freight Rates, Futures, and Investor Risk with Sagil Capital Partner, Mark Hendricks
Rich Heath
Vice President of Freight Products and Services at Nyshex
Nyshex
Episode: Rates, Risk & Reality: Inside the NYSHEX Freight Index Launch

Hosts

Caroline Weaver
Co-host of the podcast focused on supply chain insights and market context
Lars Jensen
Co-host providing market insights and guest interactions

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Entertaining way to stay on top of the market

    Lars and Caroline do an excellent job bringing industry insights to life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gordon Downes
    United States5 months ago
  • Who needs consultants ?!

    Just listen to these guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dj vp
    United States5 years ago
  • Love the shipping industry discussion!

    There isn’t anything else like this show - very cool!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cal Naughton
    United States5 years ago
  • Love Bryan and Don

    So nice to have a light hearted and entertaining dialogue yet very valuable information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gordon Downes
    United States5 years ago
  • Subject Matter Experts

    Unique and deep knowledge on the topic. Very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KitMcQ
    United States5 years ago

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Guests and topics feel timely and highly relevant for planning and budgeting.
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The hosts make industry data approachable without sacrificing depth.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Early 2026 Signals: Rates, Indexing, and the Red Sea Question
Q: How is Hellmann treating the Red Sea right now? Are you assuming it might normalize?
It is still too early to tell whether everyone will follow suit regarding returning to the Red Sea.
Early 2026 Signals: Rates, Indexing, and the Red Sea Question
Q: With the freight rates softening on the TPEB market, are you approaching your contract pricing discussions sort of business as usual for this time of year?
It's a little early to still talk about what the long-term rates will look like come May; the market is fluctuating a lot currently.
2026 Outlook: Early Rate Signals, Strong Demand, and Rising Geopolitical Risk
Q: What are the updates on the tariff front?
It's a quiet week on the tariff front, but the geopolitical dynamics in regions like Iran are significantly impacting the shipping landscape.
2026 Outlook: Early Rate Signals, Strong Demand, and Rising Geopolitical Risk
Q: Could you talk a little bit about the new CTS demand data?
The global growth in TEU was up 7.2 percent, marking extremely strong demand contrary to the decline observed in North American container volumes.
2026 Outlook: Early Rate Signals, Strong Demand, and Rising Geopolitical Risk
Q: Could you talk a little bit about where the rates are at?
Rates are experiencing a slight increase in Asia and Europe heading into the new year, though there are significant declines from China to South America.

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A data-driven podcast focused on ocean freight, rates, risk, and policy impacts shaping global logistics. Episodes routinely dissect rate movements across trade lanes, geopolitical events (notably Hormuz tensions and Red Sea disruptions), and how hedging tools, futures, and index-linked contracts can stabilize budgets for shippers, carriers, and forwarders. Guests often bring market context or cross-border insight, making practical takeaways for fleet planning, contract design, and risk management. The show stands out for its hands-on analysis, real-time market cues, and clear guidance on when to hedge, how to read forward curves, and what to watch next in a volatile environment.

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Recent guests on Supply Chain Secrets include:

1. Peter Stallion
2. Rathna Sharad
3. Gordon Downes
4. Matthew (Matt)
5. Don Davis
6. Lars Jensen
7. Michael Wray
8. Mark Hendricks

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