Port of Oakland June volume down 1.5 percent from prior year
The Port of Oakland’s total loaded container volume in June was down 1.5% compared to June 2021, according to the company's release. The Port handled 163,757 loaded TEUs (twenty-foot containers) last month compared to 166,252 in June 2021. The total volume, including empties, was down 2.9%.
Loaded import volume continues to rise. Loaded imports were slightly up with 95,530 TEUs last month compared to 95,060 in June 2021. That’s a 0.5% increase. The trend sets an import volume record.
The increase in imports was offset by a drop in loaded exports. Loaded export containers came in at 68,227 TEUs in June compared to 71,192 TEUs in June 2021. This represents a 4.2% decline, reflecting ongoing challenges with vessel schedule disruptions and lack of sufficient capacity on departing ships at Oakland for full exports.
The Port of Oakland oversees the Oakland Seaport, Oakland International Airport, and nearly 20 miles of waterfront including Jack London Square. The Port's 5-year strategic plan - Growth with Care - pairs business expansion with community benefits, envisioning more jobs and economic stimulus as the Port grows. Together with its business partners, the Port supports more than 84,000 jobs.
