US imports surge

Ports of Singapore, Los Angeles, and Long Beach complete a study on energy demand requirements for vessels operating on the their green corridor through to 2050.

Container traffic increases at the largest box port in the US for the eight consecutive month.

In March 2024, Port of Long Beach saw 8.3% TEU growth, with imports up 8.4%, exports down 21.3%, and empty containers rising 28.9%.

Ports on the east of the US face a triple challenge from the drought in Panama, the Suez Canal security issue, and the ILA’s determination to fight automation.

With American consumers still spending and economic indicators positive, the Port of Los Angeles is well-positioned as we move into the second quarter.

The combined effect of the Panama drought and the conflict in the Middle East on transit times declined, and volume for the Gulf Coast ports remained constant.