Karachi Port Starts UAE Cargo Handling Amid Gulf Disruptions

As of early March 2026, the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, prompting shipping lines to divert cargo to safer ports. Over 270,000 TEUs are stranded, representing approximately $10 billion worth of cargo, as major carriers like Maersk and CMA CGM suspend bookings to and from several Middle Eastern countries. Maersk alone has about 14 vessels with a total capacity of 70,000 TEU affected by the disruptions.