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Sneaker delays have been a prominent reoccurrence since the pandemic. The Suez Canal blockage adds another layer of frustration, complexity, and logistical nightmares for brands, retailers, and ultimately consumers.
Ever Green, the 220,000-ton cargo ship has turned into a full-blown disaster and meme-worthy phenomenon. Not only does the ship carry at least $1 billion in goods, but the pathway in which it’s stuck is also an important vessel for international trade from Asia to Europe.
The Ever Given is one of the world’s largest container ships, with space for 20,000 metal boxes carrying goods across the sea.
And the Suez Canal is not just any waterway. It is a vital channel linking the factories of Asia to the affluent customers of Europe, as well as a major conduit for oil.
Peter S. Goodman, The New York Times
According to The New York Times and other outlets, the ship and the canal are planned to be freed up by the end of the day on March 29. However, a gigantic supply chain clusterfuck would ensue if things don’t progress. As of now, things look promising as the Ever Given’s course has been corrected by 80.
Nearly $10 billing in trading has been lost every day since Ever Green was first stuck on March 23. No industry is untouchable from the repercussions, and sneaker releases are no different.
A handful of tugboats have made their way to help the cargo ship, which has resulted in a significant process.
Keep it locked on Nice Kicks as the Suez Canal saga continues. Be sure to check out the Nice Kicks sneaker release dates page to stay on top of upcoming delays throughout the month of April and May.
