
Publication Date: 2026-05-25
As labor disputes at Brazilian ports continued to heat up in May 2026, the South America route freight market is facing a new round of supply chain disruption risks. Congestion at Port of Santos, Brazil's largest container port, has worsened, and major shipping companies have successively issued notices on congestion surcharge collection. Freight forwarders and trading companies need to prepare in advance. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the current situation and practical international logistics optimization recommendations.