Over 180 factories in the United States have reported status updates to Lumi this week.

US manufacturing

Packaging factories remain an essential service and continue to operate at full capacity, with one exception in New York which was first reported in late March. Increased demand could increase lead times by up to 2 weeks. 

China manufacturing

Production has almost fully recovered from initial COVID-19 shut downs. All factories surveyed are back at full capacity. 

International freight shipping 

To control freight rates, ocean carriers have cancelled a record number of sailings. Rates from China to the US remain mostly unchanged, but you should plan for 1-2 week delays due to limited vessel availability.

Air cargo rates remain high due to a decrease in passenger jet capacity and an increase in demand for urgent supplies. Rates are currently 3 to 4 times normal levels for this time of year and will likely continue to increase.