Golden Week in China is one of the most important holidays of the year, celebrated from October 1 through October 8, 2025. During this period, China observes National Day with widespread travel, factory shutdowns, and limited customs operations. While Golden Week is a celebration for millions, for global shippers it can mean cargo delays, documentation backlogs, and challenges in scheduling shipments.
For importers and exporters, understanding the impact of Golden Week is essential. When factories close and customs authorities scale down, supply chains slow down. Shipments that aren’t prepared in advance often face bottlenecks once operations resume.
At Coppersmith Global Logistics, our team is already planning to help clients weather these challenges with solutions designed for resilience and efficiency:
What Golden Week Means for Shippers
- Factory closures: Most suppliers halt production, which delays cargo readiness.
- Customs slowdown: Documentation and clearance services operate with limited staff.
- Port congestion: Backlogs build before and after the holiday, causing tight vessel space.
- Trucking delays: With higher volumes before closure, inland logistics can experience bottlenecks.
How Coppersmith Helps You Stay Ahead
With offices across major U.S. gateways—Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Houston, Atlanta, and beyond—Coppersmith provides direct support to keep cargo moving:
- Pre-holiday planning: We help confirm supplier timelines, cargo readiness, and carrier bookings well before cut-offs.
- Customs expertise: Our licensed brokers coordinate documents early to prevent post-holiday clearance delays.
- Port-side support: Our U.S. offices monitor vessel schedules and work closely with carriers for updates.
- Visibility tools: We provide real-time shipment tracking and proactive alerts, so you’re never caught off guard.
- Flexible solutions: From air freight to expedited services, we offer alternatives if cargo must move quickly.
Handling Tips for Golden Week 2025
- Place orders with suppliers as early as possible.
- Confirm all documentation with your Coppersmith representative in advance.
- Expect potential delays after October 8 as factories and customs clear the backlog.
- Stay in touch with your Coppersmith office for daily updates.
Golden Week doesn’t have to mean disruption. With planning, transparency, and the right partner, shippers can minimize delays and keep supply chains flowing.
Work with Coppersmith Global Logistics today to prepare your shipments for disruptions and holidays well in advance and ensure your cargo moves smoothly—even when China pauses.
