Asia congestion extends trans-Pacific peak season, carriers say

· Logistics · China · United States

Executives at three major container lines say Asia port congestion removed significant functional capacity from the trans-Pacific trade in September. The earlier-than-anticipated peak season is now expected to have a longer tail.

Why it matters：Asia congestion extending the trans-Pacific peak season affects how carriers deploy vessels and shippers secure space and rates.

Key points

  • Congestion in Asia removed functional capacity from the trans-Pacific trade in September.
  • The peak season started earlier than anticipated.
  • Carriers now expect the season to run longer.

Sources (original reporting)

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