Performing under pressure: Southern California supply chain fluid despite surging import volumes.

Despite record import volumes, the supply chain at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach in Southern California has remained fluid, thanks to the efficient operation of warehouses in the region. Unlike during the COVID-19 pandemic, warehouses are now fully staffed and able to handle the surges in imports. Additional developments, such as near-dock surge yards and the ownership or leasing of chassis by drayage operators, have also contributed to improved supply chain fluidity. However, intermodal rail performance continues to be below par, with longer dwell times for rail containers at the ports. Port stakeholders are urging mayors to oppose new regional air emissions rules that they believe will limit cargo growth at the ports without first building the necessary infrastructure for zero-emission operations. They argue that existing regulations already address emissions from cargo-handling equipment, trucks, locomotives, vessels, and other port users. [Extracted from the article]

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