Ports & Drayage
Long Beach handles a record 997,177 TEUs in September
· Source: FreightWaves
FreightWaves reports that Long Beach handled 997,177 TEUs in September, up 25% year over year and its busiest month on record. Loaded imports rose 31.3% to 509,390 TEUs, while loaded exports increased 7.8%.
Summary and practical context by RoadHouse Recruiting · Reviewed
Gate flexibility is planned during bridge work
The report says terminals will add evening and Saturday gates for six weeks from late October, excluding Thanksgiving week, ahead of the planned November 7 Vincent Thomas Bridge project. The port expects to remain open; individual terminal schedules still need confirmation.
Understanding the update
September cargo totals are reported results. Added gates and bridge-work arrangements are forward plans, not a guarantee of congestion-free trips.
What it means for drivers and carriers
Drayage operators should verify terminal appointments and bridge detours before dispatching, and consider off-peak gates where available.
Questions to consider
- Which terminals will add gates on the fleet's lanes?
- How will bridge detours affect turn times?
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