#blank-sailings
(4 articles)Blank Sailings Surge as Port Congestion Tightens Container Capacity
The ocean freight market is experiencing a significant uptick in blank sailings—canceled scheduled voyages—driven by persistent port congestion and service reliability challenges. This trend reflects
Peak Season Uncertainty: Middle East Tensions Shake Asia-Europe Trade
Week 20 of 2026 brings heightened uncertainty to Asia-Europe freight corridors as industry analysts weigh the dual pressures of geopolitical risk and seasonal demand acceleration. The podcast discussi
Asia-USWC Container Rates Rise as Carriers Hold Pricing Line
Container spot freight rates on the Asia-to-US West Coast trade defied broader market softening this week, with the Shanghai-Los Angeles leg climbing 2% to $2,930 per 40-foot container according to Dr
Iran Conflict Triggers Container Shipping Blank Sailings
Escalating geopolitical tensions centered on Iran are creating significant disruption in global container shipping markets. Major carriers are implementing blank sailings—canceling scheduled voyages d