Dear Clients,
Our China partners have advised that several shipping lines have advised there could be a shortage of empty containers in China, particularly in Shanghai, in coming weeks.
This is a result of the following factors:
The export boom during Chinese New Year period.
Recent congestion in the Yangtze River Delta Area resulting in delayed ocean vessel departures.
The unusual number of exports from Australia in recent months not allowing the normal high number of empty containers returned to China on northbound sailings.
The above may incur longer waiting times than normal waiting for empty container pick-ups in China, we would advise all clients it is suggested that bookings be made as early as possible so we can secure empty equipment at the earliest opportunity.