Shipment Delays: Asia → North America (Transpacific Eastbound)

Rates have increased significantly during December and January and will remain at a high level until at least Chinese New Year (CNY). The severe equipment shortage has not improved and will be a major challenge through CNY. It is still necessary to be flexible on equipment substitution. Urgent shipments should be booked on premium directly, as even premium offerings have become more limited. There are widespread restrictions for UK cargo due to port congestion and haulage limitations and there will be further delays and port omissions. Shipments from feeder ports in China should be diverted to main ports instead.