Operational impact of Typhoon Saudel
1 September 2026
Port operations in Shanghai and Ningbo have resumed, and no significant disruptions are currently being reported.
Some residual delays may still occur as carriers, terminals and transport providers work through any backlog.
Please contact your local Toll Global Forwarding representative if you require further information or support.
William Sim
EVP Asia
Toll Global Forwarding
28 August 2026
Following our advisory below, we'd like to update you on the situation:
Operational impact by location
Fujian Province (Xiamen and Fuzhou)
Fuzhou's port and airport are partially disrupted.
While Xiamen airport is operating, there are some flight delays.
Zhejiang Province (Ningbo)
Port operations have been suspended since 26 August evening. Trucking disruptions, vessel delays, and schedule adjustments can be expected.
Shanghai
Port operations have been suspended since 27 August morning. Trucking disruptions, vessel delays, and schedule adjustments can be expected.
Guangdong Province (Yantian and Shekou)
Operational impact is limited. While peripheral rainfall is expected, no significant disruption to operations is currently anticipated.
Taiwan
No operational impact has been reported.
Customer guidance
We encourage customers to allow additional transit time for shipments moving through affected areas.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as additional information becomes available.
William Sim
EVP Asia
Toll Global Forwarding
26 August 2026
Please be aware that Typhoon Saudel may impact operations across parts of China and Taiwan between 27 and 28 August 2026.
Operational impact by location
Fujian Province (Xiamen and Fuzhou)
Typhoon Saudel is expected to affect the Fujian coast.
Potential impacts include:
- Port operation suspensions
- Trucking disruptions
- Vessel delays and schedule adjustments
While our local team currently reports no impact to Xiamen port operations, the situation remains under review.
Zhejiang Province (Ningbo)
Ningbo may be affected.
Potential impacts include:
- Port operation suspensions
- Trucking disruptions
- Vessel delays and schedule adjustments
Shanghai
Forecast models indicate the typhoon may track further north following its passage through Fujian, creating the potential for disruption in the Shanghai area.
While no operational disruption has been reported at this stage, schedule changes and delays may occur should the storm continue on a northerly track.
Guangdong Province (Yantian and Shekou)
Current forecasts suggest limited impact to operations in Guangdong Province. While peripheral rainfall is expected, no significant disruption to port operations is currently anticipated.
Taiwan
Taiwan may be affected.
At present:
- No port or airport suspensions have been reported
- Operations remain normal
- No material operational disruption is currently anticipated
Customer guidance
We encourage customers to allow additional transit time for shipments moving through affected areas.
Please contact your local Toll Global Forwarding representative if you require further information or support.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as additional information becomes available.
William Sim
EVP Asia
Toll Global Forwarding
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