THE container volume at the Port of Oakland declined 13.1 per cent in August, compared to last year, reports the American Journal of Transportation.
The total TEU handled 135,253 TEU compared to the 155,682 TEU managed in August 2022.
However, it's essential to consider the context of an exceptional surge in volume witnessed in August 2022, making the current statistics somewhat incomplete.
Nevertheless, the unusually high volume experienced in August 2022 makes for an unrealistic point of comparison with this August's figures.
On a positive note, the number of vessel calls has consistently increased throughout 2023, with a total of 650 vessel calls recorded by the end of August.
This marks a 13 per cent rise compared to the number of vessel calls in August 2022.
This upward trend indicates that port operations are operating efficiently, leading to improved on-time performance of ships and reduced congestion both at the docks and in inland warehouses.
"While August's container volumes might not be where we want them to be, there are indicators that point to a bright future for the seaport," said Port of Oakland maritime director Bryan Brandes.
"Improved port operations, coupled with our ongoing investment in greening the port, will provide ongoing benefits to importers and exporters."
from: shippingazette