Suva Port experienced an uptick in container volume during August, according to data from Fiji Ports Terminal Limited. The port recorded a total of 9,658 containers in August, a notable increase from 8,815 containers handled in July. This reflects an increase of 843 containers month-over-month, as stated by Hasthika Dela, the CEO of Fiji Ports Terminal Limited.
In August, Suva Port welcomed 23 container vessels, while Lautoka Port saw a slight decline in container volume, reporting 6,937 in July and a decrease of 346 in August.
Dela highlighted the broader challenges faced by global ports, mentioning geopolitical tensions affecting trade, labor shortages, rising costs, imbalances in supply and demand, as well as environmental and regulatory changes.
In terms of vessel arrivals at Suva Port in August, the port received two car carriers, one clinker vessel, four oil tankers, one passenger cruise ship, and one Navy vessel. Meanwhile, Lautoka Port had 18 container vessels and two wheat bulk carriers during the same period.