New Zealand is considered a uniquely-difficult shipping destination, with relatively low cargo volumes and many similarly-equipped ports vying for calls over a stretched geography.Maersk Line New Zealand managing director Tony Gibson says call consolidation is required to “reduce supply chain costs and ensure efficient global connectivity” for its shippers. However, with the shipping company currently handling about 40% of the country’s container trade,Maersk Line is being criticised for taking a “playing God” attitude.