UNBOXED May 2024

Written By Jaz Moncur

Now is the perfect time to start considering preparation for the peak season starting in July. High demand and increased prices are expected as the northern hemisphere enters its peak summer period, which will then roll into the busy holiday season as New Zealand enters summer, and the usual delays over the annual Christmas holidays into the New Year. With the delays caused globally, it is important to consider the extended shipping times (especially via sea) and order accordingly to ensure your DSH goods arrive when expected.

 

AIR

Australia

  • Consols are moving as booked with capacity available on most carriers.

Asia

  • Air NZ are full to some destinations, but capacity is available on other carriers.

North America

  • Reduced capacity has lead to bookings taking two to three weeks to be approved.

UK and EU

  • Bookings are taking up to three weeks to be approved, either via the US or Middle East.

Export Cargo Terminals

  • Export terminals are operating as normal.

 

SEA

Australia

  • Roadworks in Melbourne will affect delivery schedule during June.

  • Australian Border Force is enforcing verification of New Importers/Exporters identity. LOA and ID must be provided.

Asia

  • Equipment availability has been an issue for 40′ containers country wide recently, and reefer equipment is also impacted by peak season.

  • Limited waiting time at Busan and Singapore ports due to vessel bunching.

  • Space remains tight on some services to Asia.

North America

  • Baltimore services are suspended until further notice.

  • Berthing delays ranging from 2 to 7 days across US ports.

  • Vancouver congestion has eased with increased supply of railcars.

South America

  • Panama Canal Services - The low lake level in the canal is adversely affecting vessel deadweight capacity. Space is restricted and vessels are booked 4-5 weeks in advance of departure.

UK and EU

  • Suez Canal Situation – Ongoing attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea has made all container carriers avoid the Suez Canal until further notice. There will be delays of approximately 2-3 weeks and extra costs as shipping lines re-route via Cape of Good Hope.

 

DSH LEAD TIMES

Hoppers

  • Lead time for both steel and polyethylene hoppers currently are between 5-6 weeks excluding shipping from confirmation of order.

Covers

  • Lead time for dust filter covers are approximately 4.5 weeks.

Spare Parts

  • We have stock available immediately for smaller orders, larger orders (especially for springs) may take 3-4 weeks.

Jaz Moncur
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