Coronavirus Update - May 1

Allyn International is committed to providing you with the latest and most accurate updates during this very fluid and ever-changing period. Our goal with the information provided below, is to give you, at a high-level, a current overview of the most heavily impacted regions.  

As we enter a new month, new guidelines are being released lifting restrictions across the globe. The guidelines vary greatly between countries, regions, states and provinces so it is important to research each location individually. While a sign of reopening is very positive, logistics industry experts are optimistic while being cautious in predicting the longevity of the road to recovery.

While restrictions are being lifted in many areas, Latin America, where the virus took hold much later than other regions, has yet to reach its’ peak and remains largely in the lockdown phase. There are countries within the region that have implemented zero restrictions while others have implemented business closures and stay-at-home restrictions. Assuming Latin America follows similar metrics of other nations, the region is expected to reach its peak in two-weeks.  

Americas

• Alabama, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, North Dakota, Utah and Wyoming are set to begin reopening some businesses today, while Florida, Missouri, Nebraska and West Virginia have announced Monday they will begin their phase 1 reopening strategy.
• By next week, half of the US States will have made moves toward reopening their economies.
• Brazil and Ecuador have emerged as the Latin American coronavirus epicenters now that testing and tracking have increased.

United States – 1,070,032 confirmed cases, 153,947 (14%) recovered, 60,019 deaths.

Brazil – 87,187 confirmed cases, 35,935 recovered (41%), 4,637 deaths.

EMEA

• After implementing one of the world’s strictest lockdowns, South Africa begins to lift its’ nationwide lockdown.
• Entry to Bosnia via land borders is delayed 6-7 hours due to congestion.
• The Czech Republic has extended their state of emergency until May 17.

Spain – 213,435 confirmed cases, 112,050 (52%) recovered, 24,543 deaths.

Italy – 205,463 confirmed cases, 75,945 (37%) recovered, 27,967 deaths.

United Kingdom – 172,481 confirmed cases, 861 (.5%) recovered, 26,842 deaths.

France – 167,303 confirmed cases, 50,388 (30%) recovered, 24,410 deaths.

Germany – 163,009 confirmed cases, 126,900 (78%) recovered, 6,623 deaths.

Iran – 95,464 confirmed cases, 76,318 (80%) recovered, 6,091 deaths.

APAC 

• India’s government extended the country’s lockdown until May 17. Inter-state and cross land-border movement of goods is permitted in all Indian states under the new guidelines.
• Cross-city cargo movements into and out of the Indonesian city of Bandung is restricted; cargo is permitted to move within city limits.

China – 83,958 confirmed cases, 78,567 (94%) recovered, 4,637 deaths.

The following tables and charts will provide the current cargo transport operational status for heavily affected countries. 

Global Air Cargo Transport – Updated 05.01.2020 

Please note: the above table displays airport operational updates and does not include carrier capacity data 

** Atlanta and New York City airports are operational for cargo, but staffing reductions are impacting efficiency. No freighters are flying in Denver as a result of state government restrictions. Los Angeles operating with restricted operations, cargo movement impacted.  

*** Restricted operations in India are impacting cargo flights; freighters are operating with reduced capacity. Customs is operating with limited staff until June 30.  

Global Air Freight Capacity by Trade Lane – Updated 05.01.2020 

• Capacity remains low, especially for long haul and India destinations.

 

Global Ocean Transport Impact – Updated 05.01.2020 

• Some carriers have announced a “Equipment Imbalance” surcharge for areas where shortages are acute.

Please note: The above table displays seaport operational updates and does not include carrier capacity data.

Global Ocean Container Average Price by Trade Lane – Baltic Index – Updated 05.01.2020 

*Source: Freightos Baltic Index

Global Road and Rail Transport – Updated 05.01.2020 

Please note: The table above displays road and rail operational updates and does not include carrier capacity data 

United States of America Domestic Trucking Overview – Updated 05.01.2020 

New indexes on the trucking market indicate that the impact of COVID-19 on freight transportation is bottoming out. The truck index shows that total truck freight spot market volumes stabilized around April 10. 

• Restrictions exist on cargo movement between cities and regions in California. It is important to verify with pick-up and delivery locations regarding possible regional restrictions.
• Rates within most US markets are at normal or below normal levels however areas that may see an increase are:
  • Loads with an origin of Oregon, Montana, Wyoming and South Dakota.

The map below shows each US state’s current operational status. 

Our operations and consulting teams are working diligently and will continue to offer alternative solutions to move your cargo in the most cost-effective and efficient way possible. All Allyn International regional offices are fully operational and will continue to support you as we navigate the current and future challenges.  

For your convenience our COVID-19 updates along with additional information from our tax, trade and logistics teams is available on our website www.allynintl.com.  

If you have any questions regarding the impact of the coronavirus to your supply chain or would like additional research and market intelligence, please contact our Americas Consulting and Sourcing manager Mitchell Turiel at Turiel.m@allynintl.com or (239) 219-7179.