Mumbai’s air cargo infrastructure is entering a period of significant change, and companies moving cargo through Western India should begin planning for potential capacity and routing challenges. The phased shutdown of Terminal 1 at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) is scheduled to begin January 15, 2027. The transition is expected to put additional pressure…
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UPDATED: 9/14/26-The 13-day strike by empty-container yard operators at India’s Mundra Port has ended, with operators resuming normal operations following a dispute over Adani Ports’ decision to freeze empty yard codes. The resolution is easing road congestion and improving vehicle turnaround times, helping to restore more normal container movement through the port. Mohawk Global will…
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India to US shipping continues to face significant capacity constraints despite easing freight rates in other Asian markets. Strong export demand, reduced vessel capacity, carrier network changes, and monsoon-related disruptions are keeping both ocean and air freight under pressure. Why is India–US shipping experiencing delays? Several factors are contributing to the current market conditions: Reduced…
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Capacity and operational challenges across West India continue to pressure supply chains, with vessel space expected to remain extremely tight through June and July. A combination of blank sailings, reduced effective capacity, and ongoing port congestion is limiting available space across carrier networks. As a result, shippers should anticipate continued upward pressure on freight rates,…
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Importers shipping from West India to the US East Coast should prepare for tighter capacity conditions following Mediterranean Shipping Co.'s (MSC) decision to discontinue its Indus Express service. The withdrawal removes a significant amount of space from the market, with an estimated 6,000 TEUs now needing to be absorbed by other carriers. As a result,…
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The Nhava Sheva / JNPA port area — particularly Bharat Mumbai Container Terminals (BMCT) — continues to face significant operational congestion. High container volumes, vessel schedule disruptions, road congestion, and ongoing equipment and driver shortages are all contributing to delays across the region. These challenges are impacting export planning, container movement, and vessel schedules for…
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President Trump has announced plans to reduce tariffs on Indian-origin goods from 25% to 18%, on Truth Social. While details are still emerging, the change has different implications for shipments already moving through the supply chain versus new bookings. Shipments Currently in Transit Shipments already in transit are expected to be assessed at the 25%…
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Pakistan’s shipping and logistics sector is currently facing multiple operational challenges that are disrupting cargo movement and increasing costs for shippers and consignees. Port Congestion at Port QasimPort Qasim, which had previously remained fully operational, is now experiencing significant congestion. Reports indicate that container gating-in is taking several hours, primarily due to a surge in…
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A recent escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan has led to significant disruptions in regional shipping networks, with Pakistan bearing the brunt of the impact. Following a deadly attack on Hindu tourists in Kashmir, India imposed a ban on Pakistani-flagged ships from entering its ports, citing national security concerns. In a reciprocal move, Pakistan…
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Ongoing disruptions in land border trade between Bangladesh and India are creating logistical challenges for cross-border operators and exporters. With several land ports facing suspensions or limited operations since late 2024—and India recently withdrawing a key transshipment facility—the flow of goods has slowed considerably, affecting businesses on both sides of the border. India’s withdrawal of…
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