Germany's MPC Container Ships (MPCC) is ready to take advantage of a recovery in the feeder sector once the coronavirus crisis plays itself out.

The Oslo-listed shipowner said in its annual report on Tuesday that containerised seaborne trade is expected to grow by 1.6% this year, even taking into account disruption caused by the pandemic.

It admitted there will be near-term pressure on shipping logistics and transportation, but added that feeder container market fundamentals remain intact and "should provide for attractive opportunities going forward".