Overview

• The Port of Seattle currently has no container ships at berth, a rare occurrence attributed to the impact of 145% tariffs on Chinese imports and other trade disruptions.
• Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach project May cargo volume declines of 35% and 20%, respectively, as importers delay or cancel shipments due to tariff uncertainty.
• The expiration of a 90-day tariff suspension on July 2 could lead to consumer product shortages and price increases, port officials warn.
• Blank sailings have surged, with 70 canceled voyages reported across Los Angeles and Long Beach through June, leaving docks idle and jobs at risk.
• Port leaders highlight looming economic fallout, including reduced hours or job losses for dockworkers, truck drivers, and warehouse employees.