12 Maret 2020

[120320.EN.BIZ] US Ports Take Heavy Hit From Coronavirus Outbreak


THE American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) is warning that cargo volumes at US ports in the first quarter could be down by 20 per cent or more from 2019 levels due to supply chain disruptions triggered by the outbreak of the coronavirus.

AAPA said US ports "are closely following instructions and protocols from appropriate federal agencies to quickly respond to the coronavirus threat."

"For seaborne trade and travel, it's both a blessing and a curse that there's a two-week latency period for coronavirus symptoms. The lag time gives our ports, coast guard, customs agents and health officials time to prepare for screening and, if needed, quarantine or rerouting of crew members or travellers thought to be infected," AAPA said, reported American Shipper.

AAPA president Chris Connor added: "Things will rebound eventually and indeed we're hearing news about factories that are coming back online in China and ports there ramping back up to move the cargo. At the same time, supply chain managers around the world are working tirelessly to keep cargo moving to ensure that the goods we need are available when and where we need them."

Source : HKSG.

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