Different situations internationally are causing many to expect a cargo surge in U.S. ports in the coming weeks.
Importing During Chinese New Year
During the holiday, ports, shipping companies, and factories limit operations or shut down, which can cause supply chain disruptions.
Shipping By Air Or Ocean
While both methods can be equally valuable to a supply chain, specific shipments benefit from one.
Congestion in the Panama Canal
The importance of the Panama Canal is shown by the extensive number of supply chains that rely on it. With the number of ships stuck in the traffic jam, the main impact is shipping delays.