CONTAINER volume at the Port of Oakland has continued to perform steadily in May, despite ongoing tariff negotiations and global trade uncertainty.

Year to date (YTD) through May, the port handled 974,417 TEU, a 6 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024.

May container volume totalled 187,389 TEU, slightly above April's 185,499 TEU. Growth was supported by rising exports and stable import levels.

Additionally, the port recorded 87 vessel calls in May, with an average YTD volume of 2,220 TEU per vessel.

According to the port, loaded exports rose to 67,327 TEU, a 4 per cent increase over April and 8.7 per cent higher year over year.

Loaded imports were steady at 79,323 TEU, up slightly from April (78,965 TEU) but just below May 2024's 80,035 TEU.

Despite external pressures, inbound demand and service levels remain stable.

Empty container movements were mixed. Empty exports declined 19.8 per cent year over year to 26,779 TEU, while empty imports rose 10.1 per cent to 13,960 TEU, reports London's Port Technology International.

Port of Oakland maritime director, Bryan Brandes, said: "Operationally, the port continues to perform efficiently. Strong export demand and consistent operations have helped keep volumes steady even as global trade conditions remain in flux."

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