The Port of Los Angeles has processed 884,315 TEUs in November, a 16 per cent increase over the same period last year.
11 months into 2024, the Port of Los Angeles has moved 9.37 million TEUs, 19 per cent ahead of its 2023 pace.
November 2024 loaded imports came in at 458,165 TEUs, a 19 per cent increase compared to the previous year.
Loaded exports came in at 124,117 TEUs, an 11 per cent increase over 2023. The port processed 302,033 empty containers, a 13 per cent jump compared to 2023.
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Scott Kelly, Vice President of Ocean Services, The Americas for Expeditors International joined Port of Los Angeles Executive Director, Gene Seroka, at the port’s media briefing. Kelly discussed tariffs, East and Gulf coast labour issues and the role that logistics companies like Expeditors play in the global supply chain.
“We are well on pace to exceed 10 million container units for only the second time in our 117-year history,” said Seroka.
“It’s a remarkable milestone that we owe to the collective efforts of our partners: The women and men of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, our trucking community, terminal operators, rail partners and many others whose efforts continue to elevate the Port of Los Angeles to new heights.”
