August 02, 2024
Port Houston has surpassed the two million TEU mark faster than ever. Through the first six months of the year, the Port has successfully handled 2,098,117 TEUs among its terminals, which represents a double-digit increase of 13% year-to-date compared to the first half of last year.
For June specifically, 339,157 TEUs were managed at the Port's facilities, reflecting a 7% increase compared to June 2023.
In June, increased demand for goods and consumer spending on items such as furniture, hardware, retail goods, and food drove Port Houston's loaded import volumes up 5% compared to the same month last year. Loaded exports also increased significantly, up 11% this month, totaling 114,728 TEUs. Year-to-date loaded exports are up 14% at 769,844 TEUs.
General cargo was down 10% year-to-date at Port Houston's multipurpose facilities, while steel imports increased 2% this month compared to June 2023. Additionally, plywood has increased 4,215% year-to-date, though it remains relatively small in total volume at 45,013 short tons. Total tonnage across all facilities remains positive, with a 5% increase in the first half of the year compared to last year.
Source: Port Houston