Case: Reroute Ton-Mile Shock

A forced rerouting episode extended voyage distances and tightened available tanker days, lifting prompt rates.

Key Takeaways

  • Route changes can tighten markets even with flat cargo counts.
  • Ton-mile analysis is key to understanding freight spikes.
  • Scenario planning should include reroute assumptions.

References

Last reviewed: 2026-03-21