Volume surge and an early peak season? 'Don't celebrate too soon,' warning
While this week’s announcement of a new 90-day window/reprieve on US-China reciprocal tariffs had carriers ...
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By Mike Wackett
Transpacific-serving ocean carriers are adding sailings from Asia to the US west and east coasts as they enjoy a peak season boom which has driven a surge in freight rates.
But the good news could be short-lived, as punitive new US tariff hikes kick in next month on more than 6,000 import items.
According to Alphaliner, Maersk has already added two loaders this month and other carriers are following suit.
“More extra loaders are expected to be announced in the coming weeks by various carriers,” said the ...
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