• The situation in each country is evolving every day as the authorities extend or relax restrictions.
• In general, the situation has become more stable and predictable, and worldwide, the effects of COVID-19 are decreasing each week.
• However, equipment availability, storage space, and blanked vessel sailings continue to have an impact on the overall situation.

A Quick Update

• The Maritime Executive has reported that twenty members of the Port Authorities Roundtable (PAR) from Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America met to declare their commitment to ensuring their ports remain open amidst the current pandemic.
• Through this joint declaration, the signatories will work together and ensure that:
• Merchant ships can continue to berth at port terminals to carry out cargo operations and keep the global supply chain going.
• Best practice is adopted according to national circumstances, including precautionary measures for the shipping community, advisories and assistance for shore personnel and ship crew, and safe handling of cargoes during this period.
• Port authorities continue to share experiences in combating COVID-19 while safeguarding unimpeded maritime trade.
• The PAR has shared the declaration with the IMO and the International Association of Ports and Harbours to rally other port authorities to join the declaration.

Country Updates

• The Country Updates align with those shared on 1^st July 2020, so please refer to the previous edition of this report if you’d like a recap.

The Global Logistics Tracker

• This new interactive map allows you to receive information on the restrictions countries are currently facing due to the coronavirus.
• It is updated on a weekly basis to coincide with this update and help you visualise the logistical situation globally.
• To try it out now, simply follow this link.