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| North America | Canada | Canada rail strike | 1 June 2026 - Members of the rail union International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) went on strike this past Sunday after failing to reach a contract. Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) has advised contingency plans have been implemented to maintain operations across Canada and minimal disruption is expected at this time. |
| Canada rail strike | North America • Canada • 1 June 2026 - Members of the rail union International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) went on strike this past Sunday after failing to reach a contract. Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) has advised contingency plans have been implemented to maintain operations across Canada and minimal disruption is expected at this time. | ||
| North America | US | New York / New Jersey | 22 May 2026 - Vessel waiting times at APMT up to 12 hours. Average import rail dwell time under 1 day. GCT Bayonne experiencing high levels of congestion with limited appointments for truckers. Please reach out to your Hillebrand Gori team for shipments moving through this terminal. |
| New York / New Jersey | North America • US • 22 May 2026 - Vessel waiting times at APMT up to 12 hours. Average import rail dwell time under 1 day. GCT Bayonne experiencing high levels of congestion with limited appointments for truckers. Please reach out to your Hillebrand Gori team for shipments moving through this terminal. | ||
| North America | Canada | Montreal | 22 May 2026 - No vessel berthing delays reported, terminal yard utilization at 68%. Import rail dwell time 3.5 days. |
| Montreal | North America • Canada • 22 May 2026 - No vessel berthing delays reported, terminal yard utilization at 68%. Import rail dwell time 3.5 days. | ||
| North America | Canada | Vancouver | 22 May 2026 - No vessel berthing delays reported, yard utilization at 73%. Average import rail dwell time is 2.5 days. |
| Vancouver | North America • Canada • 22 May 2026 - No vessel berthing delays reported, yard utilization at 73%. Average import rail dwell time is 2.5 days. | ||
| North America | US | Los Angeles / Long Beach | 22 May 2026 - Port of Los Angeles dwell time for local import cargo is averaging 2.8 days, on-dock rail dwell time average is 4.1 days, and import units on street averaging 3.3 to 5.3 days depending on container size. Port of Long Beach dwell times for local imports are averaging 5 days. |
| Los Angeles / Long Beach | North America • US • 22 May 2026 - Port of Los Angeles dwell time for local import cargo is averaging 2.8 days, on-dock rail dwell time average is 4.1 days, and import units on street averaging 3.3 to 5.3 days depending on container size. Port of Long Beach dwell times for local imports are averaging 5 days. | ||
| North America | US | Seattle / Tacoma | 22 May 2026 - No berthing delays reported at Husky or Seattle container terminals. Import rail dwell time averages are 2 days at Husky Terminal, and 3 days at T18. |
| Seattle / Tacoma | North America • US • 22 May 2026 - No berthing delays reported at Husky or Seattle container terminals. Import rail dwell time averages are 2 days at Husky Terminal, and 3 days at T18. | ||
| North America | US | Oakland | 22 May 2026 - No wait time for vessels at berth at OICT. Average import deliveries can take up to 4.9 days. |
| Oakland | North America • US • 22 May 2026 - No wait time for vessels at berth at OICT. Average import deliveries can take up to 4.9 days. | ||
| North America | US | Houston | 22 May 2026 - Vessel waiting times up to 3 hours at Barbours Cut and Bayport Terminal. Loaded import dwell time is 2.8 days at Barbours Cut and Bayport. |
| Houston | North America • US • 22 May 2026 - Vessel waiting times up to 3 hours at Barbours Cut and Bayport Terminal. Loaded import dwell time is 2.8 days at Barbours Cut and Bayport. | ||
| North America | US | Charleston | 22 May 2026 - Up to 3 hours vessel wait times at Wando Welch, no waiting at North Charleston Terminal. Average import dwell time is 3.9 days at Wando Welch Terminal and 3.1 days at North Charleston Terminal. |
| Charleston | North America • US • 22 May 2026 - Up to 3 hours vessel wait times at Wando Welch, no waiting at North Charleston Terminal. Average import dwell time is 3.9 days at Wando Welch Terminal and 3.1 days at North Charleston Terminal. | ||
| North America | US | Norfolk | 22 May 2026 - Vessel wait times up to 1 day depending on vessel class and terminal. Average import dwell time is 2.9 days. |
| Norfolk | North America • US • 22 May 2026 - Vessel wait times up to 1 day depending on vessel class and terminal. Average import dwell time is 2.9 days. | ||
| South America | Chile | San Antonio | 26 May 2026 - Vessel wait time between 8 to 18 hours, closures from adverse weather conditions. |
| San Antonio | South America • Chile • 26 May 2026 - Vessel wait time between 8 to 18 hours, closures from adverse weather conditions. | ||
| North America | US | US - Louisville Rail Ramp | 20 May 2026 - For any inland collections or deliveries to Louisville Rail ramp, be prepared for significant delays between June and July this year. Highway I-65 will be closed for two months to replace three key bridges and all traffic will be detoured to other highways. Contact your Hillebrand Gori representative for further information. |
| US - Louisville Rail Ramp | North America • US • 20 May 2026 - For any inland collections or deliveries to Louisville Rail ramp, be prepared for significant delays between June and July this year. Highway I-65 will be closed for two months to replace three key bridges and all traffic will be detoured to other highways. Contact your Hillebrand Gori representative for further information. | ||
| Europe | France | France - all ports | 19 May 2026 - All French ports will be on a 24-hour strike on May 29 |
| France - all ports | Europe • France • 19 May 2026 - All French ports will be on a 24-hour strike on May 29 | ||
| Europe | Italy | Italy - General Strike | 18 May 2026 - A 24 hour general strike was announced from 21:00 hours on Sunday May 17 through 21:00 hours on Monday May 18, 2026, affecting public transport systems. Air freight schedules are excluded from the strike and minimal impact is expected for container operations. |
| Italy - General Strike | Europe • Italy • 18 May 2026 - A 24 hour general strike was announced from 21:00 hours on Sunday May 17 through 21:00 hours on Monday May 18, 2026, affecting public transport systems. Air freight schedules are excluded from the strike and minimal impact is expected for container operations. | ||
| South America | Argentina | Mendoza (cross-Andes transport) | 18 May 2026 - The international road connecting Mendoza to Chilean ports was reopened following a winter closure. From May to September, wine shipments routed through Chilean ports (Valparaiso or San Antonio) can face delays. Heavy snowfall along the Andes pass often disrupts the crossing between Argentina and Chile. Plan for delays or contact Hillebrand Gori for seasonal solutions with bonded warehousing, routing via Buenos Aires, and temperature protection options. |
| Mendoza (cross-Andes transport) | South America • Argentina • 18 May 2026 - The international road connecting Mendoza to Chilean ports was reopened following a winter closure. From May to September, wine shipments routed through Chilean ports (Valparaiso or San Antonio) can face delays. Heavy snowfall along the Andes pass often disrupts the crossing between Argentina and Chile. Plan for delays or contact Hillebrand Gori for seasonal solutions with bonded warehousing, routing via Buenos Aires, and temperature protection options. | ||
| Africa | South Africa | Cape Town | 14 May 2026 - Severe weather has disrupted inland transport across the Western Cape region over the past few weeks. Flooding and road infrastructure damage has resulted in delays in order collection, container positioning and deliveries. Reach out to your Hillebrand Gori team for more information on pending shipments, alternative routing and lead times. Operations at Cape Town are facing intermittent closures due to high wind gusts. |
| Cape Town | Africa • South Africa • 14 May 2026 - Severe weather has disrupted inland transport across the Western Cape region over the past few weeks. Flooding and road infrastructure damage has resulted in delays in order collection, container positioning and deliveries. Reach out to your Hillebrand Gori team for more information on pending shipments, alternative routing and lead times. Operations at Cape Town are facing intermittent closures due to high wind gusts. |
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| Europe | Belgium | Antwerp Strike | 12 May 2026 - A general strike on May 12, 2026 affected Belgium public transport sectors. Minimal impact to operations at Port of Antwerp |
| Antwerp Strike | Europe • Belgium • 12 May 2026 - A general strike on May 12, 2026 affected Belgium public transport sectors. Minimal impact to operations at Port of Antwerp | ||
| North America | US | Savannah | 8 May 2026 - Wait time for vessel berthing up to 6 hours depending on vessel class. Import dwell time is 3.7 days and rail dwell time is 0.7 days. |
| Savannah | North America • US • 8 May 2026 - Wait time for vessel berthing up to 6 hours depending on vessel class. Import dwell time is 3.7 days and rail dwell time is 0.7 days. | ||
| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 2 April 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port Status Operational : UAE (excluding Khor Fakkan restrictions); Saudi ports; Umm Qasr (Iraq); Hamad (Qatar); Oman – Sohar, Duqm; Beirut (Lebanon); Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait – Shuwaikh and Shuaiba; Bahrain; Oman – Salalah Restricted / Disrupted: Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Not accepting any export containers (empties or laden) due to terminal capacity constraints. Congestion is building, with waiting times potentially reaching 7–10 days. Additional Notes Khor Fakkan (UAE) • Export containers (empty and laden) not accepted due to capacity limitations • Gulftainer applies an Emergency Operational Recovery Surcharge effective 15 March • Surcharge applies to container handling at Khor Fakkan Commercial Terminal (KCT) • Containers arriving via Khor Fakkan POD can be redirected to Sajaa or Mileeha ICDs to reduce truck congestion Fujairah (UAE) • Only the container terminal is operational Oman – Sohar • Laden containers can only be gated in 5 days prior to vessel ETA • IMDG, OOG and BBK shipments require prior approval for both import and export • No pre-cooling or container washing services available • Maximum container moves per vessel limited to 3,000 TEUs Oman – Duqm • Operational, but DG shipments are not permitted Carrier Status & Service Disruptions Across all major liners: • Full suspension of bookings to and from Arabian Gulf ports; carriers have stopped accepting services via the Strait of Hormuz • Service omissions, early voyage terminations, diversions, and rerouting via the Cape of Good Hope are widely in effect • Restrictions on reefer, DG, and special containers are now applied across the industry |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 2 April 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port Status Operational : UAE (excluding Khor Fakkan restrictions); Saudi ports; Umm Qasr (Iraq); Hamad (Qatar); Oman – Sohar, Duqm; Beirut (Lebanon); Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait – Shuwaikh and Shuaiba; Bahrain; Oman – Salalah Restricted / Disrupted: Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Not accepting any export containers (empties or laden) due to terminal capacity constraints. Congestion is building, with waiting times potentially reaching 7–10 days. Additional Notes Khor Fakkan (UAE) • Export containers (empty and laden) not accepted due to capacity limitations • Gulftainer applies an Emergency Operational Recovery Surcharge effective 15 March • Surcharge applies to container handling at Khor Fakkan Commercial Terminal (KCT) • Containers arriving via Khor Fakkan POD can be redirected to Sajaa or Mileeha ICDs to reduce truck congestion Fujairah (UAE) • Only the container terminal is operational Oman – Sohar • Laden containers can only be gated in 5 days prior to vessel ETA • IMDG, OOG and BBK shipments require prior approval for both import and export • No pre-cooling or container washing services available • Maximum container moves per vessel limited to 3,000 TEUs Oman – Duqm • Operational, but DG shipments are not permitted Carrier Status & Service Disruptions Across all major liners: • Full suspension of bookings to and from Arabian Gulf ports; carriers have stopped accepting services via the Strait of Hormuz • Service omissions, early voyage terminations, diversions, and rerouting via the Cape of Good Hope are widely in effect • Restrictions on reefer, DG, and special containers are now applied across the industry |
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| Europe | France | Fos-sur-Mer | 26 March 2026 - All terminals and depots in Fos-sur-Mer are closed due to strong winds. |
| Fos-sur-Mer | Europe • France • 26 March 2026 - All terminals and depots in Fos-sur-Mer are closed due to strong winds. | ||
| Europe | France | Le Havre | 25 March 2026 - All terminals and depots in Le Havre are closed due to strong winds. |
| Le Havre | Europe • France • 25 March 2026 - All terminals and depots in Le Havre are closed due to strong winds. | ||
| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 24 March 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port Status Operational: UAE ports; Saudi ports; Umm Qasr (Iraq); Hamad (Qatar); Oman (Sohar, Duqm); Beirut (Lebanon); Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait – Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partially operational; Bahrain – partially operational; Oman – Salalah partially operational Not Operational / Restricted: Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Not accepting any export containers (empties or laden) due to terminal capacity constraints; congestion building with waiting times potentially reaching up to 10 days Additional Notes (Khor Fakkan): • Gulftainer applies an Emergency Operational Recovery Surcharge (effective 15 March) • Surcharge applies to handling at Khor Fakkan Commercial Terminal (KCT) • Containers arriving via Khor Fakkan POD can be redirected to Sajaa or Mileeha ICDs to ease truck congestion • A marshalling yard approximately 8 km from the port is now in use, requiring mandatory detour before terminal pickup Carrier Status & Service Disruptions Across all major liners: • Full suspension of bookings to/from Arabian Gulf ports; carriers have stopped accepting services via the Strait of Hormuz • Service omissions, early voyage terminations, diversions, and rerouting via the Cape of Good Hope widely in effect • Restrictions on reefer, DG, and special containers now applied across the industry |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 24 March 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port Status Operational: UAE ports; Saudi ports; Umm Qasr (Iraq); Hamad (Qatar); Oman (Sohar, Duqm); Beirut (Lebanon); Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait – Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partially operational; Bahrain – partially operational; Oman – Salalah partially operational Not Operational / Restricted: Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Not accepting any export containers (empties or laden) due to terminal capacity constraints; congestion building with waiting times potentially reaching up to 10 days Additional Notes (Khor Fakkan): • Gulftainer applies an Emergency Operational Recovery Surcharge (effective 15 March) • Surcharge applies to handling at Khor Fakkan Commercial Terminal (KCT) • Containers arriving via Khor Fakkan POD can be redirected to Sajaa or Mileeha ICDs to ease truck congestion • A marshalling yard approximately 8 km from the port is now in use, requiring mandatory detour before terminal pickup Carrier Status & Service Disruptions Across all major liners: • Full suspension of bookings to/from Arabian Gulf ports; carriers have stopped accepting services via the Strait of Hormuz • Service omissions, early voyage terminations, diversions, and rerouting via the Cape of Good Hope widely in effect • Restrictions on reefer, DG, and special containers now applied across the industry |
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| Asia | Singapore | Singapore / Tanjung Pelepas / Port Klang | 25 March 2026 - Middle East disruptions have triggered widespread service cancellations and rerouting across major carriers. Significant volumes originally bound for the Persian Gulf are now being diverted to Singapore and the southern Malaysia hubs, resulting in pronounced vessel bunching and elevated operational pressure. Singapore and Tanjung Pelepas are both operating near full yard capacity, with berthing delays of 5–7 days and rising transshipment dwell times. Spillover congestion has also reached Port Klang, where concentrated arrivals and schedule reshuffling are affecting transshipment connectivity. Customers using Singapore / Tanjung Pelepas / Port Klang for transshipment are advised to plan an additional 3–7 days of buffer time, assess flexible routing options, and monitor shipment status closely through the myHillebrandGori platform. |
| Singapore / Tanjung Pelepas / Port Klang | Asia • Singapore • 25 March 2026 - Middle East disruptions have triggered widespread service cancellations and rerouting across major carriers. Significant volumes originally bound for the Persian Gulf are now being diverted to Singapore and the southern Malaysia hubs, resulting in pronounced vessel bunching and elevated operational pressure. Singapore and Tanjung Pelepas are both operating near full yard capacity, with berthing delays of 5–7 days and rising transshipment dwell times. Spillover congestion has also reached Port Klang, where concentrated arrivals and schedule reshuffling are affecting transshipment connectivity. Customers using Singapore / Tanjung Pelepas / Port Klang for transshipment are advised to plan an additional 3–7 days of buffer time, assess flexible routing options, and monitor shipment status closely through the myHillebrandGori platform. |
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| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 17 March 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port Status Operational: UAE ports; Saudi ports; Umm Qasr (Iraq); Hamad (Qatar); Oman (Sohar, Duqm); Beirut (Lebanon); Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait – Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partially operational Bahrain – Partially operational Oman – Salalah partially operational Not Operational / Restricted: Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Not accepting any export containers (empties or laden) due to terminal capacity constraints; congestion building with waiting times potentially reaching 7–10 days Additional Notes (Khor Fakkan): • Gulftainer introducing an Emergency Operational Recovery Surcharge • Surcharge applies to handling at Khor Fakkan Commercial Terminal (KCT) • Containers arriving via Khor Fakkan POD can be redirected to Sajaa or Mileeha ICDs to ease truck congestion |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 17 March 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port Status Operational: UAE ports; Saudi ports; Umm Qasr (Iraq); Hamad (Qatar); Oman (Sohar, Duqm); Beirut (Lebanon); Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait – Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partially operational Bahrain – Partially operational Oman – Salalah partially operational Not Operational / Restricted: Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Not accepting any export containers (empties or laden) due to terminal capacity constraints; congestion building with waiting times potentially reaching 7–10 days Additional Notes (Khor Fakkan): • Gulftainer introducing an Emergency Operational Recovery Surcharge • Surcharge applies to handling at Khor Fakkan Commercial Terminal (KCT) • Containers arriving via Khor Fakkan POD can be redirected to Sajaa or Mileeha ICDs to ease truck congestion |
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| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 16 March 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port status Operational: UAE ports; Kuwait – Shuwaikh; Saudi Arabia ports, Iraq – Umm Qasr; Qatar – Hamad, Oman – Sohar, Duqm; Lebanon – Beirut; Jordan – Aqaba Partially operational: Kuwait – Shuaiba; Bahrain Not operational: Oman – Salalah (operations suspended following incident on 11 March) Operational notes Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Export containers (empty and laden) are currently not accepted to manage terminal capacity. Congestion is building, with waiting times potentially reaching up to 10 days. Emergency Operational Recovery Surcharge – Gulftainer has introduced a container surcharge, effective 15 March, for container handling services at Khor Fakkan Commercial Terminal (KCT). Diversions and free time Extended or special free time (F/T) is no longer applied for diverted shipments and will revert to standard or zero days, depending on carrier conditions. For shipments diverted to Khor Fakkan, strict free time management is being enforced to prevent congestion. For diversions to ports outside the Middle East, carriers may offer Change of Destination (COD) at an additional cost. |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 16 March 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port status Operational: UAE ports; Kuwait – Shuwaikh; Saudi Arabia ports, Iraq – Umm Qasr; Qatar – Hamad, Oman – Sohar, Duqm; Lebanon – Beirut; Jordan – Aqaba Partially operational: Kuwait – Shuaiba; Bahrain Not operational: Oman – Salalah (operations suspended following incident on 11 March) Operational notes Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Export containers (empty and laden) are currently not accepted to manage terminal capacity. Congestion is building, with waiting times potentially reaching up to 10 days. Emergency Operational Recovery Surcharge – Gulftainer has introduced a container surcharge, effective 15 March, for container handling services at Khor Fakkan Commercial Terminal (KCT). Diversions and free time Extended or special free time (F/T) is no longer applied for diverted shipments and will revert to standard or zero days, depending on carrier conditions. For shipments diverted to Khor Fakkan, strict free time management is being enforced to prevent congestion. For diversions to ports outside the Middle East, carriers may offer Change of Destination (COD) at an additional cost. |
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| Europe | France | Le Havre | 13 March 2026 - Plan for additional lead times for shipments moving via Le Havre, worsened by the recent industrial action at Belgian ports this week. Carriers have announced vessel changes or blank sailings, especially impacting trade routes for North American destinations. |
| Le Havre | Europe • France • 13 March 2026 - Plan for additional lead times for shipments moving via Le Havre, worsened by the recent industrial action at Belgian ports this week. Carriers have announced vessel changes or blank sailings, especially impacting trade routes for North American destinations. | ||
| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 12 March 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port Status Operational: UAE ports; Saudi ports; Umm Qasr (Iraq); Hamad (Qatar); Oman (Sohar, Duqm); Beirut (Lebanon); Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait – Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partially operational Not Operational / Restricted: Bahrain – Operations suspended 12–13 March Oman – Salalah operations suspended following 11 March incident Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Not accepting any export containers (empties or laden) due to terminal capacity limits |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 12 March 2026 – Middle East Situation Updates Port Status Operational: UAE ports; Saudi ports; Umm Qasr (Iraq); Hamad (Qatar); Oman (Sohar, Duqm); Beirut (Lebanon); Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait – Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partially operational Not Operational / Restricted: Bahrain – Operations suspended 12–13 March Oman – Salalah operations suspended following 11 March incident Khor Fakkan (UAE) – Not accepting any export containers (empties or laden) due to terminal capacity limits |
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| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 11 March 2026 - Middle East situation updates Ports Status No changes for now Carriers Updates No changes for now Market Outlook • Spot rates are rising, GRIs, War Risk and other related surcharges are being applied across the region and beyond • Expect rising Bunker cost with the closure of the strait oil prices will increase and the bunker eventually as a result • Anticipate congestion in Gulf ports and Asian transshipment hubs depending on rerouting of current cargo • Equipment imbalance likely, with shortages of empties at a later stage Diversions • For diversions to ports outside the Middle East, carriers are giving the option of COD at an additional cost • There will continue to be an increase of these offloads, and they are being monitored closely by the Operational teams • Various carriers have announced they will end journeys early, omit ports or return back |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 11 March 2026 - Middle East situation updates Ports Status No changes for now Carriers Updates No changes for now Market Outlook • Spot rates are rising, GRIs, War Risk and other related surcharges are being applied across the region and beyond • Expect rising Bunker cost with the closure of the strait oil prices will increase and the bunker eventually as a result • Anticipate congestion in Gulf ports and Asian transshipment hubs depending on rerouting of current cargo • Equipment imbalance likely, with shortages of empties at a later stage Diversions • For diversions to ports outside the Middle East, carriers are giving the option of COD at an additional cost • There will continue to be an increase of these offloads, and they are being monitored closely by the Operational teams • Various carriers have announced they will end journeys early, omit ports or return back |
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| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 8 March 2026 - Middle East situation updates Port Status Operational: UAE, Shuwaikh (Kuwait), Saudi ports, Umm Qasr (Iraq), Hamad (Qatar), Sohar (Oman), Salalah (Oman), Duqm (Oman), Beirut (Lebanon), Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Shuaiba (Kuwait), Bahrain Not Operational: No confirmed port closures Note: The Strait of Hormuz remains closed. While most Arabian Gulf ports remain operational, vessels are currently not calling these ports. Activity is limited mainly to container pick-up, empty returns and yard operations. Carrier Updates Several carriers have suspended or restricted services to Arabian Gulf ports due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Most major carriers, including MSC, COSCO, Evergreen, Yang Ming, CMA CGM, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, have paused new bookings to Upper Gulf destinations, with limited exceptions such as Jeddah and selected Omani ports. Additional restrictions include suspension of reefer and dangerous cargo bookings, service suspensions and vessel diversions, with some services rerouted or halted. Market Outlook Spot rates increasing across affected routes War risk and emergency surcharges being introduced Potential increase in bunker costs due to rising oil prices Congestion expected at regional hubs due to vessel diversions Risk of container equipment imbalance in the coming weeks All options remain subject to carrier availability and local regulations. |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 8 March 2026 - Middle East situation updates Port Status Operational: UAE, Shuwaikh (Kuwait), Saudi ports, Umm Qasr (Iraq), Hamad (Qatar), Sohar (Oman), Salalah (Oman), Duqm (Oman), Beirut (Lebanon), Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Shuaiba (Kuwait), Bahrain Not Operational: No confirmed port closures Note: The Strait of Hormuz remains closed. While most Arabian Gulf ports remain operational, vessels are currently not calling these ports. Activity is limited mainly to container pick-up, empty returns and yard operations. Carrier Updates Several carriers have suspended or restricted services to Arabian Gulf ports due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Most major carriers, including MSC, COSCO, Evergreen, Yang Ming, CMA CGM, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, have paused new bookings to Upper Gulf destinations, with limited exceptions such as Jeddah and selected Omani ports. Additional restrictions include suspension of reefer and dangerous cargo bookings, service suspensions and vessel diversions, with some services rerouted or halted. Market Outlook Spot rates increasing across affected routes War risk and emergency surcharges being introduced Potential increase in bunker costs due to rising oil prices Congestion expected at regional hubs due to vessel diversions Risk of container equipment imbalance in the coming weeks All options remain subject to carrier availability and local regulations. |
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| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 6 March 2026 - Middle East situation updates Operational: UAE ports, Saudi ports, Umm Qasr (Iraq), Hamad (Qatar), Beirut (Lebanon), Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait (Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partial); Oman (Sohar and Salalah operational, Duqm partial) Not Operational: Bahrain Port Dwell / Diversions Increasing dwell times observed at some affected ports. Carriers announcing port omissions, early voyage termination or rerouting. Increase in offloads and transshipments expected. Situation being closely monitored to support customers where diversions occur Carrier Updates No change to previously communicated carrier updates. Surcharges Several carriers have introduced emergency and war-risk related surcharges linked to the evolving situation in the Middle East: CMA CGM – Emergency Conflict Surcharge introduced. Hapag-Lloyd – War Risk Surcharge and Contingency Surcharge introduced on selected trade lanes. Maersk – Emergency Freight Increase introduced on selected Gulf routes. MSC – Emergency and war risk related surcharges introduced on certain Middle East services. Market Outlook • Spot rates rising across several trade lanes • Additional surcharges being introduced by carriers • Potential bunker cost increases linked to oil price volatility • Possible congestion at Gulf ports and Asian transshipment hubs • Equipment imbalance and empty container shortages possible |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 6 March 2026 - Middle East situation updates Operational: UAE ports, Saudi ports, Umm Qasr (Iraq), Hamad (Qatar), Beirut (Lebanon), Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait (Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partial); Oman (Sohar and Salalah operational, Duqm partial) Not Operational: Bahrain Port Dwell / Diversions Increasing dwell times observed at some affected ports. Carriers announcing port omissions, early voyage termination or rerouting. Increase in offloads and transshipments expected. Situation being closely monitored to support customers where diversions occur Carrier Updates No change to previously communicated carrier updates. Surcharges Several carriers have introduced emergency and war-risk related surcharges linked to the evolving situation in the Middle East: CMA CGM – Emergency Conflict Surcharge introduced. Hapag-Lloyd – War Risk Surcharge and Contingency Surcharge introduced on selected trade lanes. Maersk – Emergency Freight Increase introduced on selected Gulf routes. MSC – Emergency and war risk related surcharges introduced on certain Middle East services. Market Outlook • Spot rates rising across several trade lanes • Additional surcharges being introduced by carriers • Potential bunker cost increases linked to oil price volatility • Possible congestion at Gulf ports and Asian transshipment hubs • Equipment imbalance and empty container shortages possible |
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Port status Operational: UAE ports, Saudi ports, Umm Qasr (Iraq), Hamad (Qatar), Beirut (Lebanon), Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait (Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partial); Oman (Sohar and Salalah operational, Duqm partial) Not Operational: Bahrain Carrier Situation Booking Suspensions / Restrictions MSC – Gulf bookings suspended on Falcon service Hapag-Lloyd – Full booking stop to Middle East RCL – New bookings to Middle East/Gulf suspended Maersk, COSCO, ONE, YML – Bookings to/from Gulf suspended Cargo Restrictions Reefer, dangerous and special cargo bookings widely suspended across Gulf markets. Voyage Changes / Diversions Some carriers have declared End of Voyage or diverted vessels to alternative ports. Canal & Strait Status Hormuz Strait: Carrier transit suspended due to security concerns. Suez Canal: Some services halted or rerouted. Alternative Routing: Many vessels rerouted via Cape of Good Hope. Market Outlook • Spot rates expected to increase • War risk and emergency surcharges likely • Bunker costs expected to rise • Port congestion and longer dwell times possible • Equipment imbalance and empty shortages expected • Alternative routing available with limited capacity |
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Port status Operational: UAE ports, Saudi ports, Umm Qasr (Iraq), Hamad (Qatar), Beirut (Lebanon), Aqaba (Jordan) Partially Operational: Kuwait (Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partial); Oman (Sohar and Salalah operational, Duqm partial) Not Operational: Bahrain Carrier Situation Booking Suspensions / Restrictions MSC – Gulf bookings suspended on Falcon service Hapag-Lloyd – Full booking stop to Middle East RCL – New bookings to Middle East/Gulf suspended Maersk, COSCO, ONE, YML – Bookings to/from Gulf suspended Cargo Restrictions Reefer, dangerous and special cargo bookings widely suspended across Gulf markets. Voyage Changes / Diversions Some carriers have declared End of Voyage or diverted vessels to alternative ports. Canal & Strait Status Hormuz Strait: Carrier transit suspended due to security concerns. Suez Canal: Some services halted or rerouted. Alternative Routing: Many vessels rerouted via Cape of Good Hope. Market Outlook • Spot rates expected to increase • War risk and emergency surcharges likely • Bunker costs expected to rise • Port congestion and longer dwell times possible • Equipment imbalance and empty shortages expected • Alternative routing available with limited capacity |
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| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 4 March 2026 - Middle East situation update Port Status Operational: UAE, Saudi ports, Umm Qasr, Hamad, Beirut Partial: Kuwait (Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partial) Not operational: Bahrain; Oman (Duqm & Salalah), Sohar operational Canals & Strait Suez: CMA CGM suspended; rerouting via Cape of Good Hope Maersk/Gemini: Not routing via Suez Hormuz: All carriers have halted transit; no bookings to/from/via Gulf ports Carrier Booking Restrictions MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd: Bookings to Middle East suspended COSCO, ONE, YML: Bookings to/from Middle East suspended Maersk: Stops all reefer and special cargo to/from UAE, Oman, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Suspends ISC ↔ Upper Gulf bookings |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 4 March 2026 - Middle East situation update Port Status Operational: UAE, Saudi ports, Umm Qasr, Hamad, Beirut Partial: Kuwait (Shuwaikh operational, Shuaiba partial) Not operational: Bahrain; Oman (Duqm & Salalah), Sohar operational Canals & Strait Suez: CMA CGM suspended; rerouting via Cape of Good Hope Maersk/Gemini: Not routing via Suez Hormuz: All carriers have halted transit; no bookings to/from/via Gulf ports Carrier Booking Restrictions MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd: Bookings to Middle East suspended COSCO, ONE, YML: Bookings to/from Middle East suspended Maersk: Stops all reefer and special cargo to/from UAE, Oman, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Suspends ISC ↔ Upper Gulf bookings |
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| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 3 March 2026 - Middle East situation: Airspace closures across the Gulf are causing significant disruption. Most Gulf airports shut down, leaving only Saudi Arabia and Oman operational. This severely impacts global air routes that normally rely on Middle Eastern hubs. Expect multiday delays due to reduced air cargo capacity. Global air cargo capacity dropped by nearly 20%, and Hillebrand Gori anticipates delays of 48-96 hours as aircraft repositioning and airport reopenings take time. Ocean carriers have paused most Middle East bookings, and vessels are diverting around Africa. Shipping lines have stopped accepting new bookings into the region, and many vessels are now rerouted via the Cape of Good Hope, increasing transit times and costs. |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 3 March 2026 - Middle East situation: Airspace closures across the Gulf are causing significant disruption. Most Gulf airports shut down, leaving only Saudi Arabia and Oman operational. This severely impacts global air routes that normally rely on Middle Eastern hubs. Expect multiday delays due to reduced air cargo capacity. Global air cargo capacity dropped by nearly 20%, and Hillebrand Gori anticipates delays of 48-96 hours as aircraft repositioning and airport reopenings take time. Ocean carriers have paused most Middle East bookings, and vessels are diverting around Africa. Shipping lines have stopped accepting new bookings into the region, and many vessels are now rerouted via the Cape of Good Hope, increasing transit times and costs. | ||
| North America | Mexico | Mexico - Port of Manzanillo Resumes Normal Operations | 24 February 2025 - The Port of Manzanillo has resumed normal operations but residual delays are to be expected. In general import and export activities are resuming with carriers exercising caution while en route. |
| Mexico - Port of Manzanillo Resumes Normal Operations | North America • Mexico • 24 February 2025 - The Port of Manzanillo has resumed normal operations but residual delays are to be expected. In general import and export activities are resuming with carriers exercising caution while en route. | ||
| North America | US | Baltimore | 24 February 2026- Ports America Chesapeake Terminals are re-opened today following winter weather closure. Prepare for residual delays. |
| Baltimore | North America • US • 24 February 2026- Ports America Chesapeake Terminals are re-opened today following winter weather closure. Prepare for residual delays. | ||
| North America | US | Severe Weather in the US Northeast | 23 February 2026 - A winter storm is impacting a large part of the Northeast with blizzard warnings or winter storm warnings in effect from Maine to Delaware. Prepare for disruptions in inland operations and check with local port terminals and facilities regarding temporary closures. |
| Severe Weather in the US Northeast | North America • US • 23 February 2026 - A winter storm is impacting a large part of the Northeast with blizzard warnings or winter storm warnings in effect from Maine to Delaware. Prepare for disruptions in inland operations and check with local port terminals and facilities regarding temporary closures. | ||
| North America | Mexico | Mexico - Port of Manzanillo, Regional Disruption | 22 February 2026 - Widespread disruption and roadblocks are being reported across multiple states in Mexico, including a significant concentration in the state of Jalisco (tequila production region). Pickups and deliveries scheduled this week have been cancelled. Service disruption and transit delays are anticipated over the coming days. The Customs Authority at the Port of Manzanillo has announced a suspension of operations until further notice. All other seaports, airports and border crossings remain open; however, potential restrictions and operational slowdowns should be expected. At this time Mexico City is not reporting any major security incidents. |
| Mexico - Port of Manzanillo, Regional Disruption | North America • Mexico • 22 February 2026 - Widespread disruption and roadblocks are being reported across multiple states in Mexico, including a significant concentration in the state of Jalisco (tequila production region). Pickups and deliveries scheduled this week have been cancelled. Service disruption and transit delays are anticipated over the coming days. The Customs Authority at the Port of Manzanillo has announced a suspension of operations until further notice. All other seaports, airports and border crossings remain open; however, potential restrictions and operational slowdowns should be expected. At this time Mexico City is not reporting any major security incidents. | ||
| Europe | Spain | Severe weather North Atlantic | 18 February 2026 - Continued severe weather on the North Atlantic and in the Bay of Biscay has disrupted ocean carrier vessel transits and operations to and from Northern Europe as well as the west Mediterranean. Be prepared for vessel schedule delays and transit time adjustments as carriers adjust routes and work towards overall network recovery. |
| Severe weather North Atlantic | Europe • Spain • 18 February 2026 - Continued severe weather on the North Atlantic and in the Bay of Biscay has disrupted ocean carrier vessel transits and operations to and from Northern Europe as well as the west Mediterranean. Be prepared for vessel schedule delays and transit time adjustments as carriers adjust routes and work towards overall network recovery. | ||
| Europe | Spain | Barcelona | 12 February 2026 - Due to the forecast of strong wind gusts in the coming hours, both maritime and landside operations will be suspended during the following periods: Maritime operations: suspended from 02:00 to 20:00 on Thursday, February 12. Landside operations (gates, rail, and CFS): suspended from 02:00 to 14:00 on Thursday, February 12. Additionally, Algeciras and Valencia are considering suspending operations on February 13 due to adverse weather conditions |
| Barcelona | Europe • Spain • 12 February 2026 - Due to the forecast of strong wind gusts in the coming hours, both maritime and landside operations will be suspended during the following periods: Maritime operations: suspended from 02:00 to 20:00 on Thursday, February 12. Landside operations (gates, rail, and CFS): suspended from 02:00 to 14:00 on Thursday, February 12. Additionally, Algeciras and Valencia are considering suspending operations on February 13 due to adverse weather conditions |
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| Europe | Spain | Bilbao | 11 February 2026 - February 12, due to the adverse weather forecast, the terminal will remain CLOSED from 08:00 to 14:00 for both maritime and land operations (rail and truck). |
| Bilbao | Europe • Spain • 11 February 2026 - February 12, due to the adverse weather forecast, the terminal will remain CLOSED from 08:00 to 14:00 for both maritime and land operations (rail and truck). | ||
| Europe | Spain | Valencia | 11 February 2026 - Due to adverse weather conditions and strong winds, vessel operations have been temporarily suspended for safety reasons. In addition, the delivery and receipt of empty containers have also been suspended. |
| Valencia | Europe • Spain • 11 February 2026 - Due to adverse weather conditions and strong winds, vessel operations have been temporarily suspended for safety reasons. In addition, the delivery and receipt of empty containers have also been suspended. | ||
| Europe | Spain | Algeciras | 11 February 2026 - Operations resumed yesterday after a week of intermittent stoppages due to strong winds, and heavy rainfalls. The port of Algeciras is very congested. |
| Algeciras | Europe • Spain • 11 February 2026 - Operations resumed yesterday after a week of intermittent stoppages due to strong winds, and heavy rainfalls. The port of Algeciras is very congested. | ||
| Europe | United Kingdom | Immingham Quay - Weather disruption | 5 February 2026 - Operations at Immingham Quay and Terminals have been disrupted from intermittent closures due to weather conditions. Plan for associated service delays until normal operations can resume. |
| Immingham Quay - Weather disruption | Europe • United Kingdom • 5 February 2026 - Operations at Immingham Quay and Terminals have been disrupted from intermittent closures due to weather conditions. Plan for associated service delays until normal operations can resume. | ||
| Europe | Germany | Hamburg | 3 February 2026 - CTA and CTH Terminal yards are experiencing high or critical levels of utilization. Storm conditions in the Bay of Biscay are disrupting vessel schedules and will create congestion for multiple vessel arrivals in the coming week. Terminals are applying various restrictions on container movements and deliveries and possible additional interim storage situations and associated costs may apply to pending shipments. |
| Hamburg | Europe • Germany • 3 February 2026 - CTA and CTH Terminal yards are experiencing high or critical levels of utilization. Storm conditions in the Bay of Biscay are disrupting vessel schedules and will create congestion for multiple vessel arrivals in the coming week. Terminals are applying various restrictions on container movements and deliveries and possible additional interim storage situations and associated costs may apply to pending shipments. | ||
| Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | 3 February 2026 - Most terminal yards are showing a high level of utilization between 75% - 95% with the exception of Delta II Terminal. Minimal disruption to operations due to dense fog conditions. |
| Rotterdam | Europe • Netherlands • 3 February 2026 - Most terminal yards are showing a high level of utilization between 75% - 95% with the exception of Delta II Terminal. Minimal disruption to operations due to dense fog conditions. | ||
| Europe | Belgium | Antwerp | 3 February 2026 - Yard utilization is elevated at Antwerp terminals, ranging between 75% and 85%. |
| Antwerp | Europe • Belgium • 3 February 2026 - Yard utilization is elevated at Antwerp terminals, ranging between 75% and 85%. | ||
| Europe | Spain | Algeciras | 3 February 2026 - Due to severe weather on the Atlantic, Algeciras port has stopped operations on February 3, 2026 at 20:00 hours and anticipates to resume on Thursday February 5, 2026 |
| Algeciras | Europe • Spain • 3 February 2026 - Due to severe weather on the Atlantic, Algeciras port has stopped operations on February 3, 2026 at 20:00 hours and anticipates to resume on Thursday February 5, 2026 | ||
| Africa | Morocco | Tangiers / Tanger Med Port | 3 February 2026 - Due to severe storms on the Atlantic, high winds and swells, Tanger Med Port will stop operations starting February 4 at 00:00 hours local time and is expected to remain closed until February 5, 2026 at 17:00 hours. |
| Tangiers / Tanger Med Port | Africa • Morocco • 3 February 2026 - Due to severe storms on the Atlantic, high winds and swells, Tanger Med Port will stop operations starting February 4 at 00:00 hours local time and is expected to remain closed until February 5, 2026 at 17:00 hours. | ||
| Europe | Portugal | Portugal - Rail Connection Flooding | 2 February 2026 - Several regions in Portugal are experiencing flooding and power outages following a major storm system last week. Rail connections for Leixões and Lisboa ports have been flooded which will disrupt any rail shipments already in transit and temporarily halt normal service for new orders. Further storm weather conditions are expected for this week so it may take some time before the situation improves. |
| Portugal - Rail Connection Flooding | Europe • Portugal • 2 February 2026 - Several regions in Portugal are experiencing flooding and power outages following a major storm system last week. Rail connections for Leixões and Lisboa ports have been flooded which will disrupt any rail shipments already in transit and temporarily halt normal service for new orders. Further storm weather conditions are expected for this week so it may take some time before the situation improves. | ||
| Europe | Spain | Barcelona | 27 January 2026 - Trains are operating, but with significant restrictions, please expect delays in train connections to and from Barcelona region. |
| Barcelona | Europe • Spain • 27 January 2026 - Trains are operating, but with significant restrictions, please expect delays in train connections to and from Barcelona region. | ||
| Europe | United Kingdom | Thamesport | 27 January 2026 - Thamesport Quay Closed until 1700 tonight. |
| Thamesport | Europe • United Kingdom • 27 January 2026 - Thamesport Quay Closed until 1700 tonight. | ||
| Europe | Spain | Algeciras port - closed due to weather | 26 January 2026 - Due to inclement weather, operations and truck access at Algeciras port facilities were suspended at 6PM local time and will remain closed until operations can safely resume, expected for January 28, 2026. |
| Algeciras port - closed due to weather | Europe • Spain • 26 January 2026 - Due to inclement weather, operations and truck access at Algeciras port facilities were suspended at 6PM local time and will remain closed until operations can safely resume, expected for January 28, 2026. | ||
| North America | - | USA Winter Weather Alert | 23 January 2026 - A significant winter storm is forecast to bring widespread heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain across much of the country, including the Northeast, Midwest, Gulf, and Southeast regions through Monday. Widespread travel disruptions, prolonged power outages, and road closures are anticipated. |
| USA Winter Weather Alert | North America • - • 23 January 2026 - A significant winter storm is forecast to bring widespread heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain across much of the country, including the Northeast, Midwest, Gulf, and Southeast regions through Monday. Widespread travel disruptions, prolonged power outages, and road closures are anticipated. | ||
| Asia | China | Shanghai / Ningbo | 23 January 2026 - Both Shanghai and Ningbo–Zhoushan ports have been affected by dense fog, adverse weather conditions, vessel bunching, and the pre‑Chinese‑New‑Year export surge, resulting in sustained operational pressure. At the Port of Shanghai, the average vessel waiting time ranges from approximately 2 to 2.13 days, with notable berth congestion at Waigaoqiao and Yangshan terminals. At Ningbo–Zhoushan Port, average waiting times are generally 1.5 to 2.5 days, while MSICT and CMICT face significantly higher strain due to yard utilization exceeding 90%, pushing waiting times to over 3 days. These delays may lead to extended dwell times and postponed delivery for import cargo, while on the export side, tighter cut‑off times and increased space pressure could disrupt planned shipments and heighten overall supply chain uncertainty. |
| Shanghai / Ningbo | Asia • China • 23 January 2026 - Both Shanghai and Ningbo–Zhoushan ports have been affected by dense fog, adverse weather conditions, vessel bunching, and the pre‑Chinese‑New‑Year export surge, resulting in sustained operational pressure. At the Port of Shanghai, the average vessel waiting time ranges from approximately 2 to 2.13 days, with notable berth congestion at Waigaoqiao and Yangshan terminals. At Ningbo–Zhoushan Port, average waiting times are generally 1.5 to 2.5 days, while MSICT and CMICT face significantly higher strain due to yard utilization exceeding 90%, pushing waiting times to over 3 days. These delays may lead to extended dwell times and postponed delivery for import cargo, while on the export side, tighter cut‑off times and increased space pressure could disrupt planned shipments and heighten overall supply chain uncertainty. |
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| Europe | Spain | Barcelona | 21 January 2026 - Rail connections with the port of Barcelona are temporarily suspended due to an incident with a commuter train earlier this morning |
| Barcelona | Europe • Spain • 21 January 2026 - Rail connections with the port of Barcelona are temporarily suspended due to an incident with a commuter train earlier this morning | ||
| Europe | Portugal | Portugal Ports Update | 21 January 2026 - The port situation in Portugal is stabilizing as local customs authorities have implemented contingency operations following the IT disruption at the end of December. Cargo receiving windows are still restricted to just a few days prior to vessel arrival at Lisbon and Leixoes terminals. The Port of Sines is still experiencing rollovers depending on vessel service routing schedules. Plan for additional lead time for shipments moving through Portugal until normal operations are restored. |
| Portugal Ports Update | Europe • Portugal • 21 January 2026 - The port situation in Portugal is stabilizing as local customs authorities have implemented contingency operations following the IT disruption at the end of December. Cargo receiving windows are still restricted to just a few days prior to vessel arrival at Lisbon and Leixoes terminals. The Port of Sines is still experiencing rollovers depending on vessel service routing schedules. Plan for additional lead time for shipments moving through Portugal until normal operations are restored. | ||
| South America | Chile | San Antonio | 13 January 2026 - The DPW Terminal at San Antonio port is not accessible due to a labor strike that began today. Vessel operations at present are continuing, but no container movements are possible at this terminal and at this stage there is no estimated date of conclusion. STI Terminal and Valparaiso are still operational but starting to see delays as well. |
| San Antonio | South America • Chile • 13 January 2026 - The DPW Terminal at San Antonio port is not accessible due to a labor strike that began today. Vessel operations at present are continuing, but no container movements are possible at this terminal and at this stage there is no estimated date of conclusion. STI Terminal and Valparaiso are still operational but starting to see delays as well. | ||
| North America | US | Louisville Rail Ramp USLUI Delays | 13 January 2026 - There is heavy congestion and delays at the Louisville Rail Ramp USLUI on the Norfolk Southern service network. In early December the facility transitioned from wheeled to grounded operations which has increased truck turn times and associated costs for both import and export container movements. |
| Louisville Rail Ramp USLUI Delays | North America • US • 13 January 2026 - There is heavy congestion and delays at the Louisville Rail Ramp USLUI on the Norfolk Southern service network. In early December the facility transitioned from wheeled to grounded operations which has increased truck turn times and associated costs for both import and export container movements. | ||
| Europe | Germany | Hamburg | 13 January 2026 - Terminal yard operations still elevated at CTA and CTH as the region continues to see delays from heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures. |
| Hamburg | Europe • Germany • 13 January 2026 - Terminal yard operations still elevated at CTA and CTH as the region continues to see delays from heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures. | ||
| North America | Canada | St. John | 13 Jan 2026 - Vessels continue to face schedule delays and terminal utilization reduced to 31% at DPW Saint John. Average import dwell time 4.1 days. |
| St. John | North America • Canada • 13 Jan 2026 - Vessels continue to face schedule delays and terminal utilization reduced to 31% at DPW Saint John. Average import dwell time 4.1 days. | ||
| Europe | UK | London Gateway | 07 January 2026 - Planned Maintenance for 07/01/2026. Please note that the import bookings for the modules below have the following restrictions due to planned maintenance: Module A29 – Blocked from 07:00 until 16:00 |
| London Gateway | Europe • UK • 07 January 2026 - Planned Maintenance for 07/01/2026. Please note that the import bookings for the modules below have the following restrictions due to planned maintenance: Module A29 – Blocked from 07:00 until 16:00 |
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| Europe | Portugal | Leixões and Lisbon ports | 05 January 2026 - Due to a IT failure on customs system, containers arriving to Leixoes and Lisbon ports cannot be unloaded because there is no space available. The IT failure is not allowing to pick up import containers at normal speed, and that is creating congestion that limits the capacity to receive export containers. No expected conclusion date. |
| Leixões and Lisbon ports | Europe • Portugal • 05 January 2026 - Due to a IT failure on customs system, containers arriving to Leixoes and Lisbon ports cannot be unloaded because there is no space available. The IT failure is not allowing to pick up import containers at normal speed, and that is creating congestion that limits the capacity to receive export containers. No expected conclusion date. | ||
| Europe | Portugal | Portugal | 10 December 2025 - A national strike has been announced in Portugal for December 11th. This strike may impact various public services and could potentially affect our operations, logistics, and transportation flows throughout the day. At this stage, the exact level of disruption is uncertain. However: Delays in transport and service providers are possible. Operational adjustments may be required depending on how the situation develops. |
| Portugal | Europe • Portugal • 10 December 2025 - A national strike has been announced in Portugal for December 11th. This strike may impact various public services and could potentially affect our operations, logistics, and transportation flows throughout the day. At this stage, the exact level of disruption is uncertain. However: Delays in transport and service providers are possible. Operational adjustments may be required depending on how the situation develops. | ||
| Europe | Italy | Port of Naples and Salerno | December 1st, 2025 - Operational Impact of Transporters’ Strike in Naples and Salerno Ports. Please be informed that a strike involving transport operators at the ports of Naples and Salerno has resulted in a complete halt of container operations (inbound and outbound) as of December 1st, 2025. As a consequence of this disruption, a Port Congestion Fee will be introduced starting January 1st, 2026.Due to the shutdown during the first week of December, a significant operational backlog is expected at both ports, which may lead to vessel delays and postponed container departures.Regarding the upcoming congestion fee, we kindly ask you to contact our Commercial Department to ensure the correct implementation of this surcharge for all affected customers. |
| Port of Naples and Salerno | Europe • Italy • December 1st, 2025 - Operational Impact of Transporters’ Strike in Naples and Salerno Ports. Please be informed that a strike involving transport operators at the ports of Naples and Salerno has resulted in a complete halt of container operations (inbound and outbound) as of December 1st, 2025. As a consequence of this disruption, a Port Congestion Fee will be introduced starting January 1st, 2026.Due to the shutdown during the first week of December, a significant operational backlog is expected at both ports, which may lead to vessel delays and postponed container departures.Regarding the upcoming congestion fee, we kindly ask you to contact our Commercial Department to ensure the correct implementation of this surcharge for all affected customers. |
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| Europe | Spain | Port of Valencia | 25 November 2025 - Port of Valencia was closed yesterday due to severe weather conditions. Further disruptions are forecasted for tomorrow Nov 26th: gates and vessel operations could be affected. |
| Port of Valencia | Europe • Spain • 25 November 2025 - Port of Valencia was closed yesterday due to severe weather conditions. Further disruptions are forecasted for tomorrow Nov 26th: gates and vessel operations could be affected. | ||
| Europe | France | Fos-sur-Mer | 21 November 2025 - All terminals and depots in Fos-sur-Mer are closed due to strong winds. No operations are currently possible. |
| Fos-sur-Mer | Europe • France • 21 November 2025 - All terminals and depots in Fos-sur-Mer are closed due to strong winds. No operations are currently possible. | ||
| Caribbean | Jamaica | Kingston - Resuming operations | 30 Oct 2025 - Damage assessments are still ongoing following the landfall of Hurricane Melissa as a category 5 storm this week, but there are reports of infrastructure, transportation, and power outages affecting much of the island. Kingston port terminals closed on October 23, 2025 and are expected to resume today. International aiports were temporarily closed and have re-opened and are prioritizing disaster relief activities. |
| Kingston - Resuming operations | Caribbean • Jamaica • 30 Oct 2025 - Damage assessments are still ongoing following the landfall of Hurricane Melissa as a category 5 storm this week, but there are reports of infrastructure, transportation, and power outages affecting much of the island. Kingston port terminals closed on October 23, 2025 and are expected to resume today. International aiports were temporarily closed and have re-opened and are prioritizing disaster relief activities. | ||
| Caribbean | Jamaica | Kingston | 28 Oct 2025 - Kingston Freeport Terminal has ceased gate operations as of October 23, 2025 to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Melissa, classified as a category 5 storm. Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston and Sangster International Aiport in Montego Bay are also closed and will re-open as soon as conditions permit |
| Kingston | Caribbean • Jamaica • 28 Oct 2025 - Kingston Freeport Terminal has ceased gate operations as of October 23, 2025 to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Melissa, classified as a category 5 storm. Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston and Sangster International Aiport in Montego Bay are also closed and will re-open as soon as conditions permit | ||
| Europe | France | All French Ports | 26 September 2025 - Due to a strike, 4 hours work stoppage in all the French ports planned on Thursday 2nd, of October. Some disruptions can happen and may cause additional costs. |
| All French Ports | Europe • France • 26 September 2025 - Due to a strike, 4 hours work stoppage in all the French ports planned on Thursday 2nd, of October. Some disruptions can happen and may cause additional costs. | ||
| Europe | France | France - September Strikes | 8 Sept 2025 - A nationwide general strike is planned for Wednesday September 10, 2025 which is expected to disrupt rail, ferries, cross-border connections, fuel distribution and local transport. Delays are to be expected from transport complications regardless if the French dockworkers join this strike effort. In addition, French trade unions have announced a strike on September 18, 2025. High congestion on days before and after the planned stoppages is likely to disrupt scheduled container movements this week and next. |
| France - September Strikes | Europe • France • 8 Sept 2025 - A nationwide general strike is planned for Wednesday September 10, 2025 which is expected to disrupt rail, ferries, cross-border connections, fuel distribution and local transport. Delays are to be expected from transport complications regardless if the French dockworkers join this strike effort. In addition, French trade unions have announced a strike on September 18, 2025. High congestion on days before and after the planned stoppages is likely to disrupt scheduled container movements this week and next. | ||
| Europe | Germany | Bremerhaven | 8 Sept 2025 - Rail infrastructure work planned the first two weeks of October is expected to delay rail cargo to/from terminals. |
| Bremerhaven | Europe • Germany • 8 Sept 2025 - Rail infrastructure work planned the first two weeks of October is expected to delay rail cargo to/from terminals. | ||
| South America | Argentina | Buenos Aires | 20 Aug 2025 - Buenos Aires is currently experiencing congestion with a backlog of containers following vessel schedule changes that omitted port calls in the past two months. Current delays averaging 3 to 4 weeks. |
| Buenos Aires | South America • Argentina • 20 Aug 2025 - Buenos Aires is currently experiencing congestion with a backlog of containers following vessel schedule changes that omitted port calls in the past two months. Current delays averaging 3 to 4 weeks. | ||
| North America | US | Miami / Port Everglades | 28 July 2025 - Average delays ranging from 2-5 days for vessel operations. Lack of available gensets for deliveries, and not given for deliveries less than 100 miles. FIT Terminal experiencing heavy delays and congestion due to closing when fewer vessels are due in. SFCT - delays from containers going into closed / stacked areas inside terminal. |
| Miami / Port Everglades | North America • US • 28 July 2025 - Average delays ranging from 2-5 days for vessel operations. Lack of available gensets for deliveries, and not given for deliveries less than 100 miles. FIT Terminal experiencing heavy delays and congestion due to closing when fewer vessels are due in. SFCT - delays from containers going into closed / stacked areas inside terminal. | ||
| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Middle East | 25 Jun 2025 - Currently, all ports in the region remain open, operations are continuing, and there is no restriction from carriers at the moment. Vessels continue to transit the Strait of Hormuz. We will continue to monitor this situation. We are looking for contingency solutions in case of futher escalations and disruptions. |
| Middle East | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 25 Jun 2025 - Currently, all ports in the region remain open, operations are continuing, and there is no restriction from carriers at the moment. Vessels continue to transit the Strait of Hormuz. We will continue to monitor this situation. We are looking for contingency solutions in case of futher escalations and disruptions. | ||
| Middle East | Red Sea Basin Countries | Red Sea Routes - Update | 27 May 2025 - The Red Sea region continues to present ongoing safety challenges for vessels. Ocean carriers are expected to continue to re-route vessels via the Cape of Good Hope. Last year shipping lines invoked Force Majeure clauses and implemented additional charges on freight rates and contracts. Hillebrand Gori implemented an Emergency Cost Recovery Surcharge from January 1, 2024 to cover these extra costs. We all remain committed to securing shipping space and containers, ensuring operational continuity without compromising security. Customers can access shipment information via myhillebrandgori.com. |
| Red Sea Routes - Update | Middle East • Red Sea Basin Countries • 27 May 2025 - The Red Sea region continues to present ongoing safety challenges for vessels. Ocean carriers are expected to continue to re-route vessels via the Cape of Good Hope. Last year shipping lines invoked Force Majeure clauses and implemented additional charges on freight rates and contracts. Hillebrand Gori implemented an Emergency Cost Recovery Surcharge from January 1, 2024 to cover these extra costs. We all remain committed to securing shipping space and containers, ensuring operational continuity without compromising security. Customers can access shipment information via myhillebrandgori.com. |
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