Garment exporters unable to secure shipping capacity as carriers prioritize higher-margin routes

Bangladesh apparel exporters face critical booking failures and doubled freight rates as shipping lines divert container capacity to more profitable China routes during peak seasons. Exporters using delivered-duty-paid terms are particularly vulnerable, unable to fulfill orders or lock in rates, directly threatening their ability to meet customer deadlines and maintain margins. Current carrier allocation systems don't guarantee capacity for smaller shippers competing against larger volume players.