Hormuz shipping crisis quintuples costs, delays Polish food exports

Maritime transport costs via the Strait of Hormuz have risen up to fivefold, with delivery times exceeding two months, directly impacting Polish food exporters. The disruption stems from ongoing shipping difficulties in the strait, though the specific cause (e.g., attacks, congestion) is not detailed. This signals a supply-chain shock for European exporters reliant on the route, with potential inflationary and trade-flow implications.

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