Port of Oakland container volume starts new year with 8.5% increase

March 19, 2025

Loaded imports grew 13% this year; loaded exports rose 3.4%

Oakland, Calif. – March 19, 2025: The Port of Oakland starts 2025 with growth in both imports and exports. Loaded container volume recorded 146,187 TEUs (twenty-foot containers) in January 2025. This is an 8.5% increase over January 2024, when 144,405 TEUs passed through the Port.

“Strong import growth reflects the resilience of Northern California’s economy and the confidence cargo owners have in our gateway,” said Port of Oakland Maritime Director Bryan Brandes. “Export volumes remain steady, highlighting the continued global demand for U.S. agricultural and manufactured goods. This growth is a testament to the hard work and collaboration of our labor force, terminal operators, and supply chain partners. We appreciate their commitment and will continue working together to maintain efficiency and expand capacity to support our customers.”

Loaded imports experienced a 13% increase this year. The Port processed 81,453 TEUs in January 2025, compared to 72,081 TEUs in January 2024.

Loaded exports registered more modest growth, rising 3.4%, with 64,735 TEUs passing through Port facilities in January 2025, in contrast to 62,596 TEUs in January 2024.

Empty imports were reduced by 26.2%, with 12,625 TEUs leaving the Port in January 2025, compared to 17,117 TEUs in January 2024.

Empty exports increased 19.8% in January 2025. The Port processed 34,363 TEUs this January, versus 28,694 TEUs in January 2024.

Link to Port of Oakland container volume data: https://www.oaklandseaport.com/performance/facts-figures/

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