What is a Blank Sailing? - Shippabo
What is a Blank Sailing?
Written by Bonita Fowlersmith
Updated at May 9th, 2025
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When do blank sailings happen?
A blank sailing (a void sailing) is a sailing that has been canceled by the carrier. A blank sailing could mean a vessel is skipping one port, or that the entire string is canceled.
When do blank sailings happen?
When demand for space on vessels is low. Carriers balance available container supply with projected demand. Demand for space on vessels is low following holidays like Golden Week and Chinese New Year after factories have been closed, so it’s common to see blank sailings during these times.
If your cargo was booked on a sailing that has been canceled, it will be rescheduled to move on the next available sailing.
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