Covid-19 cargo congestion brought on by surge in demand in global trade

The Covid-19 cargo congestion brought on by extreme demand, in combination with operational disruptions, is being felt across supply chains globally. In the US in particular, all parts of the supply chain are facing unprecedented pressures – there is a lack of rail and truck capacity, warehouses are full and ports are bursting at the seams. It is partly in this context that the US President is issuing an executive order that addresses shipping along with other industries, reported the World Shipping Council.