By MasOceans, Shipping updates

Typhoon Fung-Wung Update & Port Status (Nov 10-13)

10 November, 2025 – Weather systems may shift, but operational readiness remains constant.

Typhoon Fung-Wung has weakened after landfall yet continues to affect the Taiwan Strait and the Chinese mainland coast. Below is the latest forecast and operational status update from our teams across the region.

1. Current Status and Forecast
  • Landed and weakened: Typhoon Fung-Wung made landfall on Luzon Island on November 9 as a Level 15 storm and weakened overnight.
  • Position (0500 LT, Nov 10): Approximately 275 km northwest of Manila (16.6°N, 119.5°E) with a central wind force of Level 13 (38 m/s).
  • Trajectory: Expected to move northwest at 10–15 kph and re-intensify to a Severe Typhoon (Level 14) over the South China Sea.
  • Taiwan landfall: Forecast to turn northeast on the night of November 11 and make landfall on Taiwan’s southwest coast on the afternoon or evening of November 12.
2. Gale and Precipitation Warning (Nov 10–11)
  • Gales: Winds of Level 6–8, with gusts up to Level 9–10, are expected along the coasts of Fujian, Guangdong and Taiwan.
  • Rain: Heavy to torrential rains are forecast across Taiwan Island, reaching 250–300 mm in some areas.
3. Operational Impact — Fujian Coast (China).
Port Authorities in Fujian Province have initiated Level 3 emergency response:
Port Name Emergency Response Inbound Service Status Expected Resumption
Quanzhou Level 3 (since 1800lt, Nov 9th) Suspended Nov 13th
Putian Level 3 (since 0900lt, Nov 10th) Suspended Nov 13th
Fuzhou Level 3 (since 0900lt, Nov 10th) Suspended Nov 13th
Ningde Level 3 (since 1700lt, Nov 9th) Pilot service may be suspended this afternoon. TBD
Xiamen No official notice yet Monitoring closely TBD

Advisory: Extreme caution is advised for vessels operating in the Taiwan Strait and along the Fujian and Guangdong coastal areas.

Policy Note – China Suspends “Special Port Tariff (Effective Today) for One Year.

The Chinese Ministry of Transport has officially announced the immediate suspension of the Special Port Due related to U.S.-linked vessels.

  • Effective date:The suspension begins today, November 10, 2025 (the same day the U.S. suspension takes effect).
  • Duration:One year.

This measure aligns with the U.S. suspension of Section 301 fees. Oceanfavor has provided a free translation of the official notice for client reference. Our teams continue to monitor policy updates and advise clients accordingly. We will continue to monitor the situation and advise of any further developments.

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