The Port of Los Angeles processed 955,907 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in August, capping the busiest three consecutive months in Port history. More than 2.9 million TEUs moved across Port docks throughout June, July and August.

August volume was 6% above the Port's five-year average for the month and on par with last year.

"We've put together an exceptionally strong summer in Los Angeles," said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka. "Resilient consumer demand, early holiday shipments and a broad mix of cargo have all contributed to that strength.

"We've got good momentum heading into the final months of the year," Seroka added. "September is shaping up to be another strong month, and Los Angeles is well positioned to respond as global trade patterns continue to evolve."

Loaded imports reached 500,302 TEUs in August, nearly even with last year and 7% above the five-year August average. Loaded exports totaled 115,561 TEUs, down 9% compared with last August. Empty containers totaled 340,044 TEUs, up 4% year over year.

During the first eight months of 2026, the Port handled just over 7 million TEUs, 1.5% ahead of the same period last year and 5% above its five-year pace.

Source: Port of Los Angeles

 

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