Negotiations over port automation have stalled, and should a strike occur, it could severely disrupt import operations across the U.S. and globally. HSBC has projected that up to 15% of the global container fleet and over half of U.S. container imports could be impacted, putting additional strain on already fragile supply chains. Importers are scrambling to prepare, with many exploring alternative shipping routes or seeking contingency plans to avoid costly delays and rising shipping surcharges. However, these options come with their own challenges, making the situation even more urgent.
Proactive Measures You Can Take:
- Frontload Orders: Build inventory now to reduce the impact of potential delays.
- Explore Alternate Routes: Investigate shipping alternatives through Canadian ports or via the U.S. West Coast.
- Diversify Supply Chains: Reducing reliance on a single port or supplier can help mitigate disruption risks.
For more detailed information on the strike threat and how you can prepare, read the latest blog post from eShipping.
About eShipping
eShipping is a leading, tech-enabled, non-asset based provider of managed transportation services. Through its proprietary eShipManager® platform, the company offers a full suite of outsourced logistics solutions, including freight optimization and management, less-than-truckload and truckload brokerage, international air and ocean services, customs brokerage, parcel, final mile, drayage, warehousing, and distribution. eShipping is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with regional office locations and distribution centers across the United States. www.eShipping.biz
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