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Supply chain disruptions from typhoon-related vessel delays in China and tightening draft restrictions at the Panama Canal are extending the U.S. peak shipping season into September, which could become the busiest month for imports in 2026.

Global container shipping volumes reached a new monthly record in July 2026, demonstrating continued strength in world trade despite operational constraints and disruptions related to the Iran war.

The White House issued five new proclamations on September 8th, 2026, modifying the treatment of certain Canadian products under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The actions affect Canadian dairy products, alcoholic beverages, motor vehicles and other specifically identified products.

New additional tariffs on certain unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, and related components will take effect September 3, 2026, under Presidential Proclamation 11055.

Competitive pressure is expected to accelerate ocean carriers’ return to the Suez Canal, with liners increasingly likely to shift all Asia-Europe services back to the shorter route by the end of the year, according to Sea-Intelligence Maritime Analysis.

Ocean carriers are rerouting vessels away from the Panama Canal and skipping typhoon-affected ports in China as mounting disruptions extend transit times to the U.S. East Coast. Some delays are now stretching into weeks, prompting more shippers to redirect peak-season cargo through West Coast ports.

September could bring higher costs for trans-Atlantic shippers as ocean carriers move forward with significant rate increases, peak season surcharges (PSSs) and higher inland fuel fees, even as cargo demand continues to soften.