Trade Guide

Container Port Congestion
Trade Guide

Container Port Congestion: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions

Imagine ordering something online, only to find it’s delayed for weeks. The culprit? Port congestion—where ships queue offshore, containers pile up, and deliveries stall. This global trade traffic jam stems from rising demand, outdated infrastructure, labor shortages, and weather disruptions. But there’s hope: businesses are responding with smarter logistics, alternative routes, and technology to keep supply chains flowing.