The repositioning of empty containers is a critical challenge for global ocean container carriers. Despite port disruptions, Suez canal closures, adverse weather containers need to be readily available for Christmas shipments of consumer products in China, cherry harvest in Chile, or Salmon season in Norway. Central to the optimization is the accurate forecasting of container demands and their surplus. This session will dive into the logistical complexities of empty container repositioning at Hapag.-Lloyd, one of the worlds largest container sipping companies, and highlight the transformative impact of AI forecasting models by software partner iqast in providing precise demand forecasts on a global scale. Join us as we share a decade of insights and innovations from Hapag-Lloyd, illustrating how advanced AI/ML technologies are revolutionizing empty container logistics.