Container Ship Slot Shortage Adds to Anxiety for Chinese Exporters, DHL Warns

Thursday, 6 June 2024, 00:00

The shortage of slots on container vessels departing from China has led to a significant increase in freight rates, creating months of uncertainty for Chinese exporters. Despite the high demand, shipping giants currently have no spare capacity to alleviate the situation, according to DHL Global Forwarding. This ongoing shortage is expected to persist, impacting the efficiency of supply chains and adding pressure on exporters to secure space on container ships.
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Container Ship Slot Shortage Adds to Anxiety for Chinese Exporters, DHL Warns

Container Ship Slot Shortage: A Growing Concern

The shortage of slots on container vessels departing from China is causing a surge in freight rates. This issue has left Chinese exporters facing months of uncertainty.

DHL Warns of Extended Impact

Shipping giants currently have no additional capacity to address the shortage, leading to heightened anxiety for exporters.

  • This ongoing challenge is expected to persist for the coming months.

This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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