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flag Maersk reroutes ships around Africa due to Red Sea security risks, reversing recent plans to resume Suez Canal transit.

flag Maersk has temporarily rerouted some of its container ships around the Cape of Good Hope, avoiding the Suez Canal and Red Sea, due to ongoing operational challenges and security concerns. flag The decision, announced on February 27, 2026, reverses earlier plans to resume Red Sea transit and affects key services like ME11 and MECL. flag The company cited unforeseen constraints, including delays and risks despite naval escorts, prompting the shift. flag While the Suez route remains preferred for speed and efficiency, Maersk emphasized the rerouting is temporary and based on current conditions. flag The move underscores persistent instability in the region, which has disrupted global trade since 2023.

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