Pharma, healthcare and e-commerce verticals have increased significantly

Shortage of warehousing space could become critical if lockdowns are extended

As carriers cut capacity, forwarders are struggling to get goods transported

Rapid propagation of coronavirus outside China has led to significant impacts on overseas manufacturing and logistics operations

Freight forwarders are preparing for impact of the coronavirus outbreak, which is expected to mean lower cargo volumes and reduced financial results for the first quarter of the year

Post-coronavirus ‘cargo rush’ risks creating a shortage in shipping capacity with the prospect of spikes in rates