Port of Los Angeles Shatters Records with Historic July Cargo Volume

LOS ANGELES— The Port of Los Angeles has announced its busiest July on record, handling 939,600 TEUs (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units) of cargo. This represents a 37% increase compared to the previous year, solidifying the port’s position as a global trade powerhouse.

The surge in cargo volume can be attributed to an early influx of holiday merchandise, including toys, electronics and clothing, which typically arrives later in the year. This unexpected peak, combined with traditional back-to-school and fall fashion shipments, has driven the port’s exceptional performance.

Port Executive Director Gene Seroka commended the dedicated workforce for their instrumental role in handling the record-breaking cargo volume with efficiency and speed.

In seven months of operation in 2024, the Port of Los Angeles already has surpassed its 2023 performance by 18%, indicating a strong trajectory for the remainder of the year.

Current and historical cargo data, including fiscal year-end totals, can be found at https://www.portoflosangeles.org/business/statistics/container-statistics.