News / Cargo logjam building after Covid disrupts handling at Shanghai Pudong Airport

Covid-testing has disrupted cargo operations at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) today, with widespread delays and flight cancellations expected over the weekend.

Ramp handler Shanghai International Airport Services (SIAS) suspended activities after a positive case was detected, and all staff were sent for testing or quarantine, according to forwarders.

One said: “But PVG is not closed – none of terminals are closed, that is just a rumour – the problem is with the ramp handler only.”

Nevertheless, the impact is likely to be substantial. ...