Ports in the UK and Europe are experiencing major congestion as the US-China trade war redirects shipping routes and causes delays. Following the imposition of high tariffs by both the US and China, shipping operators report that cargo is being diverted away from traditional transpacific routes, substantially increasing vessel traffic in European ports. The uncertainty surrounding new punitive docking fees for Chinese vessels exacerbates the situation, raising concerns within the industry about the prospect of halted international trade and the rising costs of shipping goods.
“The scale of disruption is stark. The first week of April saw a surge in vessel traffic across Europe's busiest ports.”
“Industry insiders attribute the spike to cargo being diverted away from transpacific routes as exporters avoid the spiralling cost of sending goods directly between China and the US.”
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