Orient Overseas published fourth quarter revenues for its container-line that were 13% higher than the third quarter, the third straight increase. This was the first financial data after recent rumors of bids for the company, though full financials are not due until March 7. Regional performance statistics show the company’s average achieved rates were significantly below trends seen in spot markets. Average rates for trans-Pacific shipments fell 10% compared to the third quarter, where spot rates increased 18% over the same period. This may simply reflect delays in passing through marke...