| USA Ports |
Congestion |
Chassis Shortages |
Capacity Lead Time |
Special Notes |
| New York/New Jersey |
Yes |
No |
Immediate |
|
| Baltimore |
No |
No |
Immediate |
the Port of Baltimore is operating without significant congestion or chassis shortages. Chassis providers have indicated readiness to handle cargo volumes, ensuring sufficient equipment availability. Additionally, infrastructure investments, such as the development of a new 165-acre container terminal at Coke Point, are underway to enhance capacity and efficiency. |
| Philadelphia |
No |
No |
Immediate |
The Port of Philadelphia is currently operating without congestion, ensuring smooth cargo handling and transportation |
| Boston |
No |
No |
Immediate |
|
| Norfolk |
No |
Yes |
Immediate |
There is a noted shortage of chassis at the Port of Norfolk. This issue primarily affects refrigerated equipment due to a surge in demand from the expanding food retail sector. To address this, the Norfolk International Terminal (NIT) reinstated its role as a full start/stop location for HRCP II chassis effective May 1, 2025. |
| Savannah |
No |
Yes |
1-2 hours |
Chassis availability remains a concern at the Port of Savannah. The port is among those identified as being at risk for chassis shortages, which can lead to containers sitting at terminals awaiting equipment, further exacerbating yard congestion. |
| Charleston |
No |
No |
Immediate |
South Carolina Ports reports that the Port of Charleston is providing highly productive and reliable service, with available chassis, trucking capacity, and rail connections to expedite the movement of goods. |
| Greer |
No |
No |
Immediate |
|
| Wilmington |
No |
No |
Immediate |
|
| Houston |
No |
No |
Immediate |
The Port of Houston is operating efficiently, with no significant congestion or chassis shortages reported at its main terminals—Barbours Cut and Bayport. info.porthouston.com +1 Hillebrand Gori +1 Terminal Operations According to Port Houston's most recent Weekly Terminal Status Report (dated May 5, 2025), both terminals are functioning smoothly: Port Houston +1 Port Houston +1 Chassis Availability: Reported as "Normal" at both Barbours Cut and Bayport terminals. Houston Chronicle +5 info.porthouston.com +5 Port Houston +5 Truck Turn Times: Average single transaction times are approximately 35 minutes at Barbours Cut and 36 minutes at Bayport, indicating efficient gate operations. Yard Utilization: Effective yard utilization stands at 73% for Barbours Cut and 74% for Bayport, reflecting balanced cargo flow. |
| New Orleans |
Yes |
Yes |
Immediate
|
The Port of New Orleans is experiencing some operational challenges, including port congestion and chassis shortages. |
| Mobile |
No |
No |
Immediate |
The Port of Mobile, Alabama, is operating efficiently, with no significant congestion or chassis shortages reported across its terminals. |
| Miami |
No |
No |
Immediate |
The Port Miami is not experiencing congestion, and chassis availability is stable, with immediate capacity available. |
| Jacksonville |
Yes |
Yes |
Immediate |
JAXPORT's major terminals—including Blount Island, Talleyrand, and Dames Point—are functioning smoothly. There are currently no reports of chassis shortages at JAXPORT. The port's infrastructure and partnerships with logistics providers ensure adequate chassis availability to meet cargo movement demands. |
| LA/Long Beach |
No
|
Yes |
Immediate |
Chassis availability remains a critical issue at both ports. The accumulation of empty containers has led to a scarcity of available chassis, hindering the movement of goods . This shortage is exacerbated by zoning restrictions in Long Beach that limit the stacking of empty containers, further constraining chassis circulation. Port authorities and stakeholders are working to address these challenges. Efforts include enhancing off-terminal storage solutions and coordinating with logistics providers to improve chassis turnaround times. However, the situation remains fluid, and ongoing monitoring is essential for stakeholders involved in supply chain and logistics operations. |
| Seattle/Tacoma |
Yes |
No |
Immediate
|
Truck transactions, a key indicator of cargo movement, have decreased by nearly 15% compared to the 2025 average, suggesting slower cargo throughout |
| Oakland |
No |
No |
Immediate |
The Port of Oakland is operating without significant congestion or chassis shortages. |
| Portland |
No |
No |
Immediate |
The Port of Portland's Terminal 6 is operating without significant congestion or chassis shortages. |