THE Port of Oakland's total cargo volume in the first half of 2021 was up 11.4 per cent to 1.3 million TEU compared to the same period last year, and year-end forecasts do not foresee a decline as US imports continue to soar.
The port authority said that thanks to higher US imports and if the pace of transfer is maintained, the complex could exceed 2.6 million TEU for the first time. Containerised import volume at Oakland has increased year over year for five consecutive months.
'We've never seen this level of activity,' said Port of Oakland Maritime Director Bryan Brandes. 'Our challenge is to serve customers who expect us to handle their cargo efficiently.'
Port authorities project a new peak could occur between August and November, when retailers and distributors stock up on Christmas merchandise.
Oakland reported that June 2021 imports were up 15 per cent compared to the same period last year. Exports, meanwhile, were up 0.8 per cent, reports Seatrade Maritime News, Colchester, UK.
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The port authority said that thanks to higher US imports and if the pace of transfer is maintained, the complex could exceed 2.6 million TEU for the first time. Containerised import volume at Oakland has increased year over year for five consecutive months.
'We've never seen this level of activity,' said Port of Oakland Maritime Director Bryan Brandes. 'Our challenge is to serve customers who expect us to handle their cargo efficiently.'
Port authorities project a new peak could occur between August and November, when retailers and distributors stock up on Christmas merchandise.
Oakland reported that June 2021 imports were up 15 per cent compared to the same period last year. Exports, meanwhile, were up 0.8 per cent, reports Seatrade Maritime News, Colchester, UK.
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