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Peak season 2026: what shippers should do now

Peak season 2026: what shippers should do now

Transpacific spot rates have climbed 22% since July, and carriers are announcing peak-season surcharges from October.

1. Book now, not in October

Space for late-October sailings is already tight. Book at least four weeks ahead.

2. Split your ports

Using two ports of entry protects you from congestion at either one.

The shippers who struggle at peak are almost always the ones who booked late.

3. Consider rail for inland moves

Intermodal capacity is loosening while trucking tightens.

Marcus Hale
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Marcus Hale

CEO of Omnira Freight. Marcus has worked in freight for 22 years, starting as a dispatcher.

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