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Growing backlog of empty containers hurting LA-LB port fluidity: HTA
Journal of Commerce · Oct 15, 2026
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Empties that are not being shipped back to Asia are causing congestion at the US' busiest gateway, according to the Harbor Trucking Association, though marine terminals say the situation is being managed capably.
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Journal of Commerce ↗Published · Trade press
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