The Port of Long Beach achieved a 33.9% increase in TEUs handled in August 2024, with a 40.4% rise in imports and 12% increase in exports.

In August 2024, the Port of Long Beach achieved a historic milestone, handling 913,873 TEUs, marking a 33.9% increase from August 2023. This surge, driven by cargo diversions and tariff concerns, included a 40.4% rise in imports to 456,868 TEUs and a 12% increase in exports to 104,646 TEUs. The port's CEO highlighted efficient management, with cargo cleared in four to eight days, as it processed nearly 1.5 million TEUs in total for the month.

September 12, 2024
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