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(3 articles)Risk & Disruption
ModerateOct 2, 2026Thai Airways Lifts Cargo Embargo After Government Intervention
Thai Airways announced and then quickly retracted a six-day embargo on cargo bookings, prompted by severe labor and equipment shortages caused by widespread flooding in Thailand. The flag carrier's la
The Loadstar#thai-airways#cargo-disruption#flooding-impact
Risk & Disruption
High ImpactAug 24, 2026Heavy-Lift Logistics Face Investment Risks and Equipment Gaps
The heavy-lift and project cargo sector faces mounting pressure from two interconnected challenges: tightening capital availability for equipment investment and persistent shortages of specialized hea
Journal of Commerce#heavy-lift-logistics#project-cargo#equipment-shortage
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactAug 19, 2026China Port Congestion Creates Equipment Shortages, Delays
Chinese ports are experiencing significant congestion coupled with critical equipment shortages, creating a dual operational challenge for global supply chains. This disruption stems from imbalanced c
Beckchoice#china-ports#port-congestion#equipment-shortage