Transition from Sea to Land Transportation: A New Era in Global Logistics
- Körfez Krom Tanker
- Mar 10
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March 10, 2025
Transition from Sea to Land Transportation: A New Era in Global Logistics
In recent years, the global logistics chain has undergone major changes. The congestion at ports, container crises and increasing transportation costs have led logistics companies to seek alternative solutions. In the last quarter of 2024 , delays at ports in the US and Europe increased transit times by an average of 35% , causing transportation companies to switch from sea to land transportation . In Europe, demand for land transportation has increased by 20% for logistics companies as of the beginning of 2025. This change is considered the beginning of a new era in global logistics .
Reasons for the Transition from Sea to Land
Congestion and Delays in Ports
Throughout 2024, shipment times at major European ports will be delayed by an average of 2 weeks due to container congestion.
These disruptions have affected global logistics, as most trade between Asia and Europe is carried out by sea.
Cost and Flexibility Advantage
Ocean freight rates have increased by 15% compared to 2023, with the average cost per container exceeding $2,500 .
Since road transport offers a lower cost and faster solution for short and medium distances, many companies have started to create alternative routes .
Strengthening of Alternative Routes
The "Middle Corridor" between Europe and Asia carried 30 percent more freight with new logistics solutions based on roads.
This route, passing through Türkiye, Georgia and Azerbaijan, accelerated transportation between Central Asia and Europe.
Effects on Tanker Transportation
The transition from sea to road in fuel and chemical logistics means greater use of terminals and filling facilities.
Demand for ADR-certified tankers increased by 18% in the second half of 2024 .
The shift towards road transport in asphalt transport has increased new tanker orders , and large logistics companies in Europe have begun to expand their tanker fleets.
Predictions and Future Expectations
Port congestion is expected to continue and land transport demand is expected to increase by another 10-15% through 2025 .
Fluctuations in diesel fuel prices could affect the cost advantages of road transport. Brent crude oil prices rose 5% in the first quarter of the year.
Hybrid transportation models (integration of road + rail + sea) are becoming more widely adopted in the logistics sector.
The congestion and increasing costs in the maritime sector have led logistics companies to seek faster and more flexible solutions . While road transport stands out as a critical alternative at this point, the tanker transportation sector is also affected by this change. In 2025 and beyond , it will be critical for logistics companies to adapt to this transformation in order to gain competitive advantage .
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