As the Philippines faces the destructive force of Typhoon Fung-wong — which has already caused widespread port closures, flooding and evacuations across key regions. The Guardian+4AP News+4Reuters+4 For businesses depending on timely freight movements, the storm underscores a stark reality: when you work with shipping companies during typhoon season, you cannot simply assume normal operations. The risks are real—cargo delays, damage, and loss. The right logistics partner, however, can make all the difference. That’s where Jades Cargo Services Inc. comes in, offering a storm-responsive shipping strategy built for your peace of mind.
Typhoon Patterns & Their Impact on Freight
Typhoon Fung-wong made landfall with sustained winds up to 185 kph and gusts even higher, shutting down multiple ports and derailing sea and land transport operations. Reuters+2The Guardian+2
For shipping companies, this means:
- Sea lanes become unsafe, vessels are delayed or rerouted.
- Coastal ports shut down or suspend operations until conditions improve.
- Inland trucking suffers from flooded or blocked roads, landslides after heavy rain.
- Supply chains that rely on inter-island pivot points see knock-on delays.In short: typhoon season is not just about weather — it’s about disruption to freight, logistics and business continuity.
Risks to Sea Freight, Trucking & Port Operations
With the current typhoon situation:
- Sea freight: Ports across Luzon and Eastern provinces are under alert, some suspended. Ships anchored or diverted.
- Trucking & road: Inland logistics routes face flooding, washed-out bridges, or closure of highways (which has already been seen in some areas impacted by Fung-wong). Wikipedia+1
- Port closures & delays: As of the current storm, many seaports and cross-island links are disrupted. This means goods scheduled for shipping may arrive late — or not at all.Thus, if you’re relying on standard transit times, you risk missing deliveries, losing inventory value, and disappointing customers.
How to Plan Shipments Strategically During Typhoon Months
Given the real-time threat of storms like Fung-wong, businesses should adopt the following strategic measures:
- Schedule with buffer time — Send shipments earlier than usual. If typhoon alerts are issued, you’ll have extra lead time.
- Use alternate routes and ports — If your usual port is closed or dangerous, have backups ready through a logistics partner who knows the terrain.
- Stagger shipments — Don’t send everything in one batch; splitting shipments reduces risk of full loss.
- Monitor alerts daily — With storms forming fast, timely updates matter. For example, current notices show movement west-northwest at ~15 km/h. PAGASA+1
- Work only with shipping companies equipped for storm response — Preferably ones that actively reroute, re-schedule and notify you proactively when the weather turns.
Jades Cargo’s Storm-Response Approach
At Jades Cargo Services Inc., we understand the heightened stakes when storms like Fung-wong strike. Our approach includes:
- Live route and weather monitoring: With our logistics team tracking conditions, we adapt shipping paths in real time.
- Multi-node network: If one port is closed or unsafe (as currently happening), we shift to alternate hubs to keep the cargo moving.
- Cargo protection & secure handling: We prepare packaging and logistics that reduce exposure to water, handling damage, or delayed–clearance risk.
- Clear communication: You’ll be informed of possible impacts, alternate options, and timeline changes ahead of time.
- Post-storm priority scheduling: Once weather clears, we prioritise backlog shipments to minimize your downtime.
By choosing a shipping partner that actively plans for storms — not just «hopes» for good weather — you safeguard your supply chain.
Checklist for Businesses Before Shipping During Bad Weather
Before you ship during this typhoon season (especially whilst Fung-wong’s effects are still unfolding), check off:
- ✅ Lead-time built in for possible delay.
- ✅ Cargo packed appropriately (water-resistant, secure for rough handling).
- ✅ Contact details (sender/receiver) fully updated and reachable.
- ✅ Have alternate delivery/port options defined.
- ✅ Your logistics partner is one of the shipping companies experienced in typhoon-season operations.
- ✅ All paperwork and customs/clearance ready (delays in storm aftermath make this even more critical).
With the threat of storms like Typhoon Fung-wong fresh in mind, now is the time to act—not wait. Delays caused by weather are avoidable when you partner with the right shipping company. Let Jades Cargo Services Inc. help you craft a seasonal logistics strategy built for resilience.
👉 Reach out today for your custom plan and ensure your business stays moving—no matter what the weather brings.
