A series of severe typhoons across East Asia is disrupting container shipping, adding pressure on port operations and vessel schedules across the region. Maersk said the 2026 typhoon season has recorded above-normal activity. Several severe storms have made landfall within a short period, contributing to flooding, congestion and delays. The carrier warned that further tropical cyclone activity could prolong the disruption and its impact on regional supply chains. Port reliability comes under pressure The effects are spreading beyond individual port closures. Schedule adjustments, congestion and capacity constraints are affecting the wider shipping network, according to Maersk. Citing Sea-Intelligence data, the carrier said 14 of the region’s busiest ports are experiencing declines in on-time vessel arrivals . The disruption has also affected the reliability of container shipping networks operating across Asia. Gemini network faces weather disruption Maersk said the Gemini Cooperation has used its modular network structure to limit the impact of the disruption. Early figures indicate that Gemini remains the more reliable network in the region, according to the carrier. However, Maersk acknowledged that its operations have also experienced cargo delays as severe weather affects services across East Asia. Maersk works to reduce vessel delays The carrier is adjusting cargo flows and operational plans in an effort to shorten vessel waiting times over the coming weeks. Maersk said it is also working with terminals and port groups to support the recovery of operations. Customers have been advised to consider additional buffer time for shipments and review priority cargo, documentation and potential alternative routings. The carrier said it will continue monitoring weather conditions and adjust its network as further information becomes available. The post East Asia typhoons deepen port congestion and shipping delays appeared first on Container News .