The Port of Hueneme on Monday posted its strongest cargo numbers since the start of the recession, with healthy gains made in processing its most lucrative cargo, automobiles.
Total cargo tonnage for the fiscal year ending June 30 rose 8.2 percent to 1.32 million metric tons. The last time cargo tonnage was higher was 2007.
With the cargo numbers in hand, port officials told the commission they foresee strong revenue returns in September, when the port’s audit is expected to be done.