YTD July full exports via the NWSA were up 2.6% against the five-year average. YTD volumes remain below 2025 levels when cargo was shipped ahead of anticipated tariffs. Total volumes (international and domestic) reached 1,672,744 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), down 11.3%, with full imports declining 13.7% and full exports decreasing 1.1%. July 2026 total container volume reached 239,220 TEUs, down 4.2% compared to July 2025. Full exports were flat for the month and full imports declined 11.6%.

Domestic container volumes decreased by 0.8% compared to YTD 2025. Alaska decreased 0.4%, and Hawaii volumes decreased 2.6%.

Other cargo stats:

• YTD July breakbulk volumes, 249,622 metric tons, increased 19.2% as strong industrial demand continues to buoy volumes.
• YTD July auto volumes, 161,743 units, were down 4.9% from YTD 2025 as tariffs continue to impact the industry.

HMM announced a major investment for Washington United Terminals (WUT) that will expand cargo capacity, improve terminal efficiency, and position the region to serve larger container vessels. Through the investment, WUT’s annual cargo-handling capacity will grow from approximately 590,000 TEUs to 880,000 TEUs—an increase of nearly 50%. 

Enhancements include replacing two aging cranes and adding two rubber-tired gantry cranes. The cargo-handling equipment is expected to be delivered and commissioned by 2028. The equipment will allow the terminal to accommodate larger container ships, improve cargo flow, and increase overall terminal productivity. 

The investment reinforces the importance of continued collaboration among ocean carriers, terminal operators, labor, port partners, and supply chain stakeholders. By modernizing critical marine terminal infrastructure, HMM and WUT are helping improve cargo fluidity, strengthen supply chain connectivity, and support regional trade, jobs, and long-term economic opportunities.

View the July cargo reports:

• Container Statistics – July 2026
• Cargo Volumes – July 2026