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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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Melbourne Port Congestion FAQs
Is the Port of Melbourne congested?
The Port of Melbourne can experience congestion, especially during busy shipping periods.
Why is the Port of Melbourne congested?
The Port of Melbourne is congested due to high cargo volumes, limited terminal capacity, and occasional logistical challenges.
How congested is the Port of Melbourne currently?
For the latest information on the current congestion levels at the Port of Melbourne, please download our port congestion report.
How many TEUs does the Port of Melbourne handle each year?
The Port of Melbourne handles approximately 3 million TEUs annually.
What are some alternative, less congested ports?
Alternative ports that are generally less congested include the Port of Brisbane and the Port of Adelaide.
How many vessels does the Port of Melbourne handle each year?
The Port of Melbourne handles around 3,200 vessels annually.