Excerpts from Logistics Management:
Strong November volumes were apparent at both the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) and the Port of Long Beach (POLB).
“We’ve seen container volumes at and above 700,000 TEUs for the past six months, which demonstrates consistency and the strength of our supply chain partners,” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka in a statement. “With larger vessels coming into the transpacific trade this month, including the CMA GGM Benjamin Franklin, we can further show the gains we have made this year in terms of effectively moving greater volumes through our port.”
“Thanks to our industry partners, we have had consistent gains throughout 2015 and are on track to move more than 7 million TEUs this year,” said Port of Long Beach CEO Jon Slangerup. “Retailers have reported a modest but healthy holiday season, which keeps us busy and the economy growing.”