August 2015 containerised cargo volumes at the Port of Los Angeles increased 3.8 per cent compared to the same period last year, a rise attributed to the positive adjustments being made at the facility to cope with a changing future.
The Port handled a total of 786,677 TEUs in August 2015, the strongest August performance since 2006, when 790,726 TEUs moved through the port complex.
“The numbers are strong indicators that our terminal operators, longshore labour and supply chain partners are adjusting to the new industry dynamics of carrier alliances, deploying larger ships and delivering higher container volumes per call,” said Port of Los Angeles executive director Gene Seroka. 'Our San Pedro Bay supply chain optimisation working groups, overseen by the Federal Maritime Commission, are providing valuable insights that contribute to our mission to improve cargo-flow efficiency and velocity.'
Imports increased 6.3 per cent, from 383,551 TEUs in August 2014 to 407,804 TEUs, while exports declined 14 per cent, from 168,248 TEUs to 143,936 TEUs.
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