Coronavirus
Coronavirus - update June 2020
The Coronavirus situation, with lockdowns at factories and suppliers, has challenged our skilled logistics staff and forced us to find new alternatives for our customers.
The normal import/export balance has been affected, and in some countries, the equipment is not positioned correctly to make transports of goods problem-free.
Nordics; Intra Nordic transports are only slightly affected. There have not been any problems at borders and all public services like customs are operative. We experience higher demand than available capacity on the truck and driver side, influencing service level in some areas.
Container and truck market in Europe; Sea freight within Europe is stabile and on-route. For road freight several borders still have extra temporary controls, slowing international traffic down slightly. Capacity is ok, some challenges with drivers, and they have problems travelling between home countries and work countries.
Air freight market, worldwide; As most of the passenger traffic is closed down, the air freight capacity is extremely low. The result is very high prices and unfortunately poor flexibility. We expect this situation to last until the passenger traffic reopens.
Asian sea freight market; China is in a recovery state, and production sites are now fully operative again. Many vessels are in schedule of installing scrubbers to satisfy the demands of the new standard of green ejection. India has been in a lockdown situation, as from this week some areas are opened and only contaminated areas are still under lockdown.
On exports from Asia, the capacity on the vessels is now under extreme pressure. We struggle to secure space for all containers.
Rail services from Italy to Scandinavia and from China to Europe and Scandinavia have not been affected at any time and is fully operative – good transit times and favourable rates.
India
The Government has announced that the lock-down will now be extended until April 14, 2020. No sea freight that are not already initiated from/to India will not be possible until lock-down is over. Airfreight can in some cases be possible. Please contact for assistance
Norway
The Norwegian Directorate of Health has extended the period for the already implemented actions and restrictions to stop the spread of the Coronavirus in Norway, it is now valid through the 13th of April. Transportation of goods are exempted from travel restrictions, and are still defined as a critical function for society, and we are operating all services. Our staff and facilities are working according to our contingency plans, and we are following the recommended guidelines from the Directorate of Health
Transport prices during this crisis
The transport market is heavily influenced by the coronavirus situation. In some cases costs are drastically increased. In these cases we will contact our customer and discuss possibilities. This may occur even if there is a price agreement in place
New restrictions in Italy
New restrictions in Italy has been implemented, but our rail services to the Nordics are operating as usual. However we encourage our customers to contact their producers/suppliers to check if they are affected. Our staff in Italy will assist you in finding solutions for collection of your goods. Please contact us if you are concerned about your shipment.
International freight in Europe and from Asia
Most services are reported to operate as usual
Collections in Europe
There are some issues with collection of goods in some parts of Europe, but we are monitoring the situation closely and will assist you in finding solutions
Export from India
The Indian Government has issued a lock-down in several districts in the country, valid through to the 31st of March. This affects both manufacturers/suppliers and the transportation of goods. Ports in India are reported to be closed as well, and this will affect export of goods. Our office in India and your contacts in any of the other ColliCare departments will assist you have questions regarding your shipments