Shipping Alert: Golden Week Blank Sailings Surge!
Release time:
2025-09-16
Major carriers like Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, and MSC have announced numerous cancellations during China’s Golden Week, with some routes paused for the rest of 2025.
📊 Data Snapshot:
Week 38–42 cancellations rose 60%, mainly trans-Pacific (50%), Asia–Europe/Med (34%), trans-Atlantic (16%)
Peak cancellations coincide with Golden Week (Weeks 40–41)
🔥 Market Split:
US-bound rates up 7–8%
Europe & Med rates down 12%
💡 What You Should Do:
Book early for US shipments
Explore flexible routes for Europe/Med
Coordinate with freight forwarders to avoid delays
📩 Avoid delays & surcharges → Contact Pasi International Logistics
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