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Global Port Congestion
Port
Sep 24
Aug 24
+/-
%
Durban
2.8
2.5
+0.3
+10%
Santos
2.5
2.0
+0.5
+24%
Manila
2.2
2.4
-0.1
-6%
Chittagong
1.9
3.9
-2.0
-51%
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Average vessel anchor time, in days
XL Port Congestion [10M+ TEU]
Port
Sep 24
Aug 24
+/-
%
Shanghai
0.4
0.6
-0.1
-23%
Jebel Ali
0.4
0.4
0.0
-11%
Antwerp
0.3
0.2
+0.1
+26%
Yantian
0.3
0.1
+0.2
+220%
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Average vessel anchor time, in days
Large Port Congestion [4-10M TEU]
Port
Sep 24
Aug 24
+/-
%
Santos
2.5
2.0
+0.5
+24%
Manila
2.2
2.4
-0.1
-6%
Savannah
1.1
1.1
-0.1
-7%
Piraeus
0.8
0.8
0.0
0%
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Average vessel anchor time, in days
Medium Port Congestion [0.5-4M TEU]
Port
Sep 24
Aug 24
+/-
%
Durban
2.8
2.5
+0.3
+10%
Chittagong
1.9
3.9
-2.0
-51%
Vancouver
1.7
0.6
+1.1
+174%
Lomé
0.9
1.1
-0.2
-15%
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Average vessel anchor time, in days
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Brisbane Port Congestion FAQs
Is the Port of Brisbane congested?
The Port of Brisbane generally manages congestion well but can experience delays during peak periods.
Why is the Port of Brisbane congested?
The Port of Brisbane faces congestion due to high cargo volumes and occasional constraints in terminal capacity and logistics.
How congested is the Port of Brisbane currently?
For the most up-to-date information on the current congestion levels at the Port of Brisbane, please download our port congestion report.
How many TEUs does the Port of Brisbane handle each year?
The Port of Brisbane handles approximately 1.3 million TEUs annually.
What are some alternative, less congested ports?
Alternative ports that are generally less congested include the Port of Adelaide and the Port of Townsville.
How many vessels does the Port of Brisbane handle each year?
The Port of Brisbane handles around 1,500 vessels annually.