由 lltx1822 The Impact of Seasonal Factors on International Sea Freight
Seasonal factors have a significant impact on international sea freight, mainly reflected in transportation time and cost. In the peak season of international trade, such as the fourth quarter of each year (before Christmas), the demand for sea freight surges, leading to insufficient container supply and rising freight rates. For example, the freight rate from Shanghai to Los Angeles may increase by 50% or even double during the peak season. At the same time, port congestion is prone to occur, and the original 30-day transportation time may be extended to 45 days. In addition, severe weather in different seasons affects shipping. Typhoons in the Pacific Ocean from July to September may delay ships sailing to Southeast Asia; winter storms in the North Atlantic may affect routes to Europe, increasing the risk of navigation. Therefore, when arranging sea freight, it is necessary to pay attention to seasonal changes, book shipping space in advance during peak seasons, and choose routes that are less affected by bad weather to reduce the impact of seasonal factors.