The Port of Los Angeles anticipates an increase in bookings from Asia due to a temporary 90-day tariff reduction on Chinese imports, as noted by Executive Director Gene Seroka. This uptick is driven by shippers rushing to import goods before tariffs rise again. However, he cautions that elevated prices will still affect shipping activity, and current container volumes are significantly lower than during the COVID peak. Looking ahead, cargo flow remains uncertain, with several scheduled sailings canceled, though there are indications of a gradual increase in bookings from China.

Source: https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/port-of-los-angeles-china-tariff-west-coast-cargo-volumes-april/748545/