Dear valued partners,
Due to the current geopolitical developments in the Middle East and the associated military tensions, significant disruptions are currently affecting international air and ocean freight operations.
The situation remains highly dynamic and subject to rapid change. Several airlines have suspended services or are operating via alternative routings. As a result, reduced capacity, operational backlogs and extended transit times must be expected within the air freight sector.
Ocean freight services are also impacted. Certain carriers have temporarily suspended bookings to affected regions or are rerouting vessels. Security-related measures may lead to longer transit times and reduced schedule reliability. These developments may not only affect direct shipments to and from the region but can also influence adjacent trade lanes.
What this means for your shipments
- Extended transit times are possible
- Short-notice routing adjustments may be required
- Capacity constraints may impact planning
- Carrier-imposed surcharges or rate adjustments cannot be ruled out
Our operational teams are in close contact with carriers and international partners. Customers and partners directly affected will be informed individually, and alternative solutions will be evaluated wherever feasible.
We kindly ask for your understanding that regular transit times may be subject to disruption during this period. Due to the rapidly evolving situation, reliable forecasts remain limited at this stage.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your usual point of contact.
Kind regards,
Your Schäfer&SIS Team