Global Supply Chain Disruptions

Will Container Shipping Disruptions Delay Christmas Orders?

  • Disruption in the global container shipping industry shows no sign of being resolved quickly.
  • This could lead to shortages in the run-up to Christmas.

Disruption in the global container shipping industry shows no sign of being resolved quickly and could lead to shortages in the run-up to Christmas, say industry experts, reports BBC.

Guangdong Port Congestion Effects

An outbreak of Covid-19 in Guangdong province in southern China has caused acute congestion at the region’s ports.

As a result,...

https://mfame.guru/do-container-shipping-disruptions-delay-christmas-orders/

Home Depot Contracts Its Own Vessel To Avoid Transportation Delays

  • Home Depot is one of the largest importers in the country.
  • The company made a decision to contract its own container ship as there was a shortage of containers.

According to an article published in Eminetra, Home Depot made a decision to contract its own container ship as the port was congested, there was a shortage of containers, and the outbreak of Covid-19 delayed shipments.

Own Vessel Contract

It was time to get your own boat.

“We have our own vessels, and 100% Home Depot vessels come and go,”

https://mfame.guru/home-depot-contracts-its-own-vessel-to-avoid-transportation-delays/

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