Global Logistics Crisis: Trans-Pacific Routes Halted, EU Tariffs Soar 66.7% – Can Your Cargo Survive?

1. Major Carriers Suspend Trans-Pacific Routes

ZIM, TS Lines, and others have announced temporary suspensions of key Trans-Pacific routes (e.g., ZX2, AWC2) due to capacity adjustments and port congestion.

2. U.S. Tariffs Hit Order Volumes: 1/3 Decline Reported

American companies are delaying China-origin shipments, with 30%+ order drops and cargo pileups at Chinese ports due to tariff uncertainties.

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3. EU Slaps 66.7% Tariffs on Chinese Aerial Work Platforms

Effective immediately, the EU imposes up to 66.7% duties on imported Chinese aerial work platform machinery, citing unfair subsidies.

4. Spain & Portugal Power Outage Disrupts Logistics

A rare nationwide blackout on April 28 caused transport chaos. Operations resumed by evening, but port and warehouse delays persist.

5. Cathay Pacific Launches Urumqi-Hong Kong Direct Flights

New route operates 4x weekly, boosting cargo capacity for Central Asia-Hong Kong e-commerce and perishables.

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