#weather-disruption
(31 articles)FedEx On-Time Performance Hit by Winter Weather in Memphis
Winter weather conditions in Memphis affected FedEx on-time performance, indicating how weather events can disrupt major logistics hubs. The article raises questions about the extent of the impact on
Maersk Warns of East Africa Cargo Delays from October-December Rains
Maersk has issued a formal customer advisory warning of significant disruption risks across East African supply routes during the October to December period, driven by anticipated El Niño-induced heav
Super Typhoon Disrupts Shipping and Holiday Supply Chains
A super typhoon has disrupted shipping operations and supply chains, with ripple effects extending to holiday shopping timelines. The disruption affects ocean freight routes and logistics networks in
Bay of Biscay Vessel Traffic Recovers; Portugal Storm Disrupts Transport
Kuehne+Nagel reported on February 3rd that vessel movements in the Bay of Biscay are recovering from recent weather disruptions, though Portuguese transport operations remain affected by ongoing storm
Winter Storm Fern Delays Major US Parcel Carriers
Winter Storm Fern has triggered major delivery delays affecting the three largest US parcel carriers: FedEx, UPS, and USPS. This weather-driven disruption reflects the vulnerability of last-mile logis
Three-Quarters of Firms Report Climate Change Revenue Loss in 2024
A substantial majority of firms across global markets reported measurable revenue impacts from climate change effects during the current year, signaling that climate-related disruptions have moved fro
Weather and Panama Canal constraints reshape Americas logistics landscape
Seaboard Marine is expanding its service from West Coast South America to the US East Coast with a new call at Gloucester City in New Jersey starting October 25, marking a strategic routing adjustment
Typhoon Saudel Breaks COVID-Era Port Records: What's Next?
A severe weather event, Typhoon Saudel, has triggered container port queues that have exceeded even the historic congestion levels witnessed during the post-COVID supply chain crisis. This development
Pharma Industry Faces Rising Climate Supply Chain Risks
The pharmaceutical industry is increasingly recognizing climate disruption as a material supply chain risk that threatens operations across manufacturing, distribution, and cold chain logistics. Extre
Typhoon Saudel Causes Major Delays at Chinese Ports
Typhoon Saudel has triggered substantial operational disruptions at China's major container ports, affecting inbound and outbound container flows across the region. According to Linerlytica's analysis
El Niño Supply Chain Impact: What You Need to Know
A record-strength El Niño weather pattern is creating cascading disruptions across an already-strained global supply chain. This climate phenomenon is driving abnormal weather patterns that disrupt po
El Niño Strains Temperature-Controlled Supply Chains Globally
El Niño weather patterns are creating unprecedented stress on global temperature-controlled supply chains, particularly affecting pharmaceutical, food, and biologics sectors. The phenomenon drives ext
Typhoons Intensify Congestion at Shanghai & Ningbo Ports
Repeated typhoon activity is creating mounting congestion challenges at China's two largest container ports, Shanghai and Ningbo, threatening supply chain fluidity across Asia-Pacific trade lanes. The
Typhoon Saudel Intensifies China Port Congestion Crisis
Typhoon Saudel is creating cascading disruptions at already-congested Chinese ports, exacerbating the bottlenecks that have plagued the region for months. The severe weather event is forcing vessel di
Super El Niño Threatens UK Food Supply Chains
A climate phenomenon classified as a 'Super El Niño' is emerging as a material threat to UK food supply chains, with potential for significant operational and sourcing disruptions across the grocery s
Super El Niño Threatens UK Supply Chains Across Multiple Sectors
A recent study has identified significant supply chain vulnerability across key UK industries stemming from the anticipated 'Super El Niño' phenomenon. This powerful climate event is projected to trig
Typhoon Dolphin Worsens China Port Gridlock, Shipping Costs Climb
Typhoon Dolphin has significantly exacerbated existing congestion challenges at major Chinese ports, creating a supply chain pinch point with immediate cost implications for shippers. The weather even
Typhoon Dolphin Strands 2.4M TEUs at China Ports
Typhoon Dolphin has created a critical disruption at Chinese ports, with approximately 2.4 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) stranded as a direct result of severe weather conditions. This ev
Typhoon Dolphin Strands 2.4M TEUs, Deepens China Port Crisis
Typhoon Dolphin has significantly escalated congestion at Chinese ports, with 2.4 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) now stranded in the system. This weather event compounds existing bottlene
MSC Containership Sinking at Zhoushan Port After Typhoon
An MSC-operated 8,401 TEU containership, the MSC Silvana VIII, has sunk at the Guojiayou Island shipyard in Zhoushan, China, after being repositioned to escape Typhoon Bavi on July 11. The vessel, ori
European Ports Hit Post-Pandemic Congestion High During Winter Storms
European ports are experiencing unprecedented congestion levels since the pandemic, exacerbated by severe winter storm conditions that have disrupted normal cargo flows and operational capacity. This
Rhine Drought Crisis: Supply Chains Face New Climate Reality
Record-low water levels on the Rhine River represent a critical inflection point for European supply chain resilience. The Rhine serves as a vital artery for bulk cargo transport across Central and We
Walmart Uses AI to Reroute Inventory Before Severe Weather
Walmart has implemented artificial intelligence systems that predict severe weather events and automatically determine optimal inventory rerouting and positioning strategies before disruptions occur.
Super El Niño Disrupts Global Supply Chains
A strengthening Super El Niño weather pattern is creating cascading disruptions across global supply chains, affecting everything from agricultural exports to ocean freight operations. The phenomenon
Typhoon Bavi Exposes Critical Vulnerabilities in Global Supply Chains
Typhoon Bavi has served as a stark reminder of how concentrated manufacturing hubs and just-in-time logistics create systemic vulnerabilities across global supply chains. The storm's impact on Asian p
Tropical Storm Bertha Threatens Gulf Coast Freight Operations
Tropical Storm Bertha presents a meaningful disruption risk to supply chain operations along the Gulf Coast, with particular concern around slow-moving storm dynamics that amplify localized impacts. U
Winter Storm Fern Causes Widespread Shipping Delays Across Major Carriers
Winter Storm Fern has triggered widespread disruptions across the parcel delivery networks of the three largest U.S. carriers, UPS, FedEx, and USPS. This weather event represents a significant operati
Typhoon Bavi Threatens China Port Capacity as Congestion Worsens
China's major ports face mounting pressure as Typhoon Bavi approaches coastal regions, creating fresh operational challenges for an already-strained logistics network. Port congestion in Chinese termi
El Niño Threatens Global Shipping, Energy & Freight Networks
El Niño conditions pose substantial risk to global supply chain continuity through multiple disruptive pathways: ocean freight route volatility, energy commodity transport challenges, and port operati
Ocean Container Losses Nearly Triple in 2025, MSC Elsa Sinking Cited
The World Shipping Council's 2025 annual report reveals a significant spike in ocean container losses, with 1,478 containers lost at sea compared to just 902 in 2024, a 64% increase that substantially
Heavy Rains Spike Tomato Prices in Kisumu Supply Chain
Heavy rainfall in Kenya's Kisumu region has created significant disruptions to local tomato supply chains, resulting in sharp price escalations at retail points. The weather event has compromised tran