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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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Durban Port Congestion FAQs
Is the Port of Durban congested?
Yes, the Port of Durban frequently experiences congestion, particularly during busy periods.
Why is the Port of Durban congested?
The Port of Durban is congested due to high cargo volumes, limited infrastructure, and logistical inefficiencies.
How congested is the Port of Durban currently?
For the latest information on the current congestion levels at the Port of Durban, please download our port congestion report.
How many TEUs does the Port of Durban handle each year?
The Port of Durban handles approximately 2.8 million TEUs annually.
What are some alternative, less congested ports?
Alternative ports that are generally less congested include the Port of Cape Town and the Port of Ngqura.
How many vessels does the Port of Durban handle each year?
The Port of Durban handles around 1,600 vessels annually.