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May
The Port of Long Beach last month beat its 2021 record for April, handling 10% more cargo year over year with 820,718 TEUs, according to data newly released by the port. Imports for April were up 9.2% at 400,803 TEUs, while exports fell 1.8% to 121,876 TEUs from the same time a year ago. Meanwhile, empty containers rose 16.9% to 298,039 TEUs last month compared to April 2021. “We are working closely with our industry stakeholders to quickly move the cargo off our docks and make room for the next wave of containers,” Long Beach Harbor Commission President Steven Neal…