Cargo dwell times have been on the rise at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach amid significant volume increases at the nation’s two busiest seaports, according to data released Sept. 13 by the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association.
Containers that linger at the ports before leaving by rail stayed an average of 8.20 days, compared to the 2023 peak season high of 6.54 days. Meanwhile, truck-bound cargo lingered an average of 2.95 days in August, the highest since the 3.21 day-average during peak season last year.
“In August, the increases in dwell times reflect the need for ongoing coordination and resilience amongst our logistics partners, as cargo volumes surge and remain high,” PMSA External Affairs Manager Natasha Villa said. “The marine terminals at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are facilitating smooth operations and (have) done a good job of balancing equipment supply and demand in the face of significant year-over-year surges in cargo.”
