Port Houston handled 4,186,264 short tons in November, which was down 15% compared to the same month last year, but remains up 4% in total tonnage year-to-date, with 50,383,531 short tons.

TEUs through the public terminals were down 9% for the month, with a total of 335,275 TEUs. Loaded imports softened with a 12% decline, and loaded exports dipped 2% in November. However, resin and other Gulf-region manufactured goods continue to support strong export activity, resulting in a year-to-date increase of 8% in loaded exports.

Through November, Port Houston has handled 3,971,643 total TEUs, a solid 5% year-to-date gain that keeps Port Houston on track for another record container year.

General cargo declined 4% year-to-date, reflecting softer project and breakbulk activity. Steel also fell in November, contributing to a 6% decline year-to-date in November, but remain up 5% for the year.

Source: Port Houston

 

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