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China–U.S. Container Traffic Softens Ahead of Peak Season

Transportation
Jul 18, 2025
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Despite the approach of peak shipping season, container traffic from China to the U.S. is trending downward. The SONAR Inbound Ocean TEUs Volume Index for China-U.S. lanes has declined.
Container volumes reached a record high in May. However, exports to North and South America dropped, while European imports rose by 10% year-over-year.

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