In November, Oakland Port saw a 3.3% rise in exports, handling 174,239 TEU amid seasonal declines and shifting global shipping patterns.
The Port of Oakland handled 174,239 TEU in November, down 4.1 percent year on year and 4.7 percent from October, reflecting seasonal weakness and shifting global shipping patterns, reports American Shipper.
The northern California port stated that the decline was typical for the season and was tied to carrier schedule changes, blank sailings, and consolidations that have diverted vessels to Canadian ports Vancouver and Prince Rupert.
Oakland's loaded exports rose 3.3 percent year on year and four percent from October to 68,824 TEU, driven by agricultural and refrigerated shipments. In contrast, imports fell 9.3 percent year on year and 11.1 percent from October to 73,092 TEU due to weaker transpacific demand.
Maritime director Bryan Brandes emphasized that export strength remains a key driver, with efficient terminal operations supporting balanced flows and reliable service. Total loaded volumes reached 141,915 TEU, down 3.6 percent year on year but steady from October.
Empty container volumes fell 6.4 percent year on year to 32,324 TEU, which the port attributed to carrier equipment repositioning. Vessel calls dropped 8.4 percent year on year to 76, and 11.6 percent from October, as carriers consolidated services and deployed larger ships.
