#container-volumes
(15 articles)Major Port Operators Capture 40% of Global Market Share
The world's seven largest container terminal operators (GTOs) strengthened their dominance in 2025, capturing 40.3% of global port throughput—a combined 401 million TEU—while growing at nearly double
Port of LA hits record June as tariff changes loom
The Port of Los Angeles achieved a historic milestone in June 2025, processing over 1 million TEUs—the best June in its 118-year history and only the third time it has crossed this threshold. However,
Long Beach Port Hits Record June Volume Amid Tariff Frontloading
The Port of Long Beach achieved its third busiest June on record with 779,000 TEUs—a 10.6% year-over-year increase—marking the second consecutive month of growth. This surge reflects a fundamental shi
Africa-Europe Container Volumes Rise, But SME Forwarders Left Behind
Container volumes on the Africa-Europe trade lane are experiencing a notable recovery, with recent months posting double-digit growth after a weak January performance. According to Container Trades St
Poland Rail Container Volumes Surge to Record Levels in Q1
Poland's intermodal rail sector has reached a new milestone with record container volumes recorded in the first quarter, reflecting sustained investment in rail infrastructure and growing shipper conf
Port of LA forecasts 900K+ containers in June-July amid stable demand
The Port of Los Angeles is experiencing a sustained surge in containerized import volumes, with leadership forecasting more than 900,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in both June and July follo
LA Port Faces 7% Volume Decline as Tariffs Redirect Trade
The Port of Los Angeles approved a $3.4 billion budget for fiscal 2026-2027 while projecting a 7% decline in container volumes to 9.3 million TEUs—a significant headwind reflecting structural shifts i
Oakland Port Exports Outpace Imports in April Amid Vessel Consolidation
The Port of Oakland processed 184,492 TEUs in April 2024, marking a modest 0.7% decline from the previous month but reflecting a stabilizing trend in West Coast container traffic. Notably, exports of
Port Houston April TEU Decline Signals Rebound as Energy Exports Surge
Port Houston experienced a temporary 10% month-over-month container volume decline in April, handling 353,319 TEUs, which marked the port's first quarterly drop since early 2025. However, port executi
Europe-Africa Trade Volumes Reverse: SSA Imports Collapse
Container volumes between Sub-Saharan Africa and Europe have undergone a dramatic reversal in the first quarter of 2026, signaling shifting trade dynamics and demand patterns across the Atlantic-Afric
Port of LA April Volumes Up 5% YoY, Signals Demand Strength
The Port of Los Angeles reported a 5% year-over-year volume increase in April, marking a positive momentum indicator for US West Coast container traffic. This growth suggests stabilizing demand for im
Maersk Maintains 2026 Growth Outlook Despite Ocean Rate Pressure
Maersk has reaffirmed its 2026 financial guidance despite intensifying rate pressure in the ocean freight market, signaling confidence in volume growth trajectories despite margin compression. The Dan
Maersk Volumes Rise in Q1 2026, but Ocean Division Still Unprofitable
Maersk reported growth in container volume during Q1 2026, yet its ocean freight division remains unprofitable despite increased cargo movement. This paradox—higher volumes with continued losses—signa
Port Houston Hits 1M TEUs in Q1 Amid Panama Canal Disruptions
Port Houston demonstrated strong operational recovery in the first quarter of 2026, with total container volumes reaching 1.087 million TEUs—a 2% year-over-year increase—and March alone pushing 391,03
Europe-LatAm Container Volumes Decline Despite 2025 Growth
The Europe-Latin America trade lane is experiencing a volume contraction in early 2025, with January container volumes declining to 127,100 TEU year-over-year according to Container Trade Statistics d