Maersk North America Market Update November 2026

• November brings a change of priorities for North American supply chains. The extended import peak season is beginning to ease. However, transportation networks continue to face localized capacity constraints, elevated operating costs, and weather-related disruptions.

• Drewry’s October assessment points to a more balanced global container market, although conditions remain uneven across individual lanes. Congestion, fuel prices, equipment availability, and local transportation conditions continue to affect the movement of goods on inland networks.

• The region’s trade and regulatory environment is evolving, thus creating specific priorities for shippers: accurate importer records in the United States, review of potential surtax relief in Canada, and preparation for Mexico’s Customs Law changes; the details are covered below.

Ocean & Gateway Update The ocean freight market remains varied across North America’s major trade lanes. Strong demand continues to support volumes on several routes, while capacity limitations, seasonal cargo movements, and weather-related disruptions are influencing booking availability and transit planning.

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