Dr. Stavros Karamperidis, Lecturer in Maritime Economics and CSS member, has recently been extensively interviewed by global media outlets regarding the potential ramifications of the escalating tensions in the Red Sea.
During the festive period, several of the world’s leading shipping companies made public announcements, declaring a temporary halt to sending their vessels through the region due to a series of attacks. Consequently, there are now warnings of significant delays in global trade, with suggestions that this could lead to escalating prices across various industries.
Dr. Karamperidis, who serves as the Head of the Maritime Transport Research Group at the University, is recognized as a world-leading expert in the field of the global shipping industry and logistics. As news of the issue unfolded, media outlets sought his insights on the multifaceted impacts the situation could have on the maritime sector, logistics, and the broader global economy.
In particular, he has provided valuable commentary on the potential effects of the situation on global logistics, container availability and pricing, oil prices, and the potential repercussions for both companies and consumers in the event of further escalation. Dr. Karamperidis has also underscored the critical role of shipping and seafarers in facilitating global trade. His expertise has been featured in stories by iNews in the UK and various outlets in Australia, Africa, India, and Europe.
Furthermore, Dr. Karamperidis has made appearances in live TV interviews broadcasted by BBC World News, Al Jazeera International, WION News India, and news.com in Australia.