Singapore Port Congestion

Singapore port congestion and insights

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Global Port Congestion

Port
Nov 24
Oct 24
+/-
%
Savannah
2.4
2.0
+0.3
+16%
Durban
2.3
2.6
-0.3
-11%
Djibouti
2.3
0.5
+1.8
+373%
Manila
2.0
1.9
+0.2
+10%
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Average vessel anchor time, in days

XL Port Congestion [10M+ TEU]

Port
Nov 24
Oct 24
+/-
%
Shanghai
0.8
0.5
+0.4
+77%
Antwerp
0.4
0.2
+0.2
+117%
Ningbo
0.4
0.2
+0.2
+70%
Jebel Ali
0.3
0.4
-0.1
-18%
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Average vessel anchor time, in days

Large Port Congestion [4-10M TEU]

Port
Nov 24
Oct 24
+/-
%
Savannah
2.4
2.0
+0.3
+16%
Manila
2.0
1.9
+0.2
+10%
Santos
1.7
1.4
+0.3
+18%
Colombo
0.7
0.7
+0.0
+1%
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Average vessel anchor time, in days

Medium Port Congestion [0.5-4M TEU]

Port
Nov 24
Oct 24
+/-
%
Durban
2.3
2.6
-0.3
-11%
Djibouti
2.3
0.5
+1.8
+373%
Mombasa
1.5
0.6
+1.0
+175%
Vancouver
1.4
0.4
+1.1
+306%
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Average vessel anchor time, in days

Singapore Port Congestion FAQs

Is the Port of Singapore congested?

Yes, the Port of Singapore often experiences congestion due to its status as a major global transshipment hub.

Why is the Port of Singapore congested?

The Port of Singapore is congested because of its high cargo volumes, strategic location, and role as a key transshipment point in global trade.

How congested is the Port of Singapore currently?

For the latest data on the current congestion levels at the Port of Singapore, please download our port congestion report.

How many TEUs does the Port of Singapore handle each year?

The Port of Singapore handles approximately 37 million TEUs annually.

What are some alternative, less congested ports?

Alternative ports that are generally less congested include the Port of Tanjung Pelepas in Malaysia and the Port of Laem Chabang in Thailand.

How many vessels does the Port of Singapore handle each year?

The Port of Singapore handles around 140,000 vessels annually.