U.S. seaborne imports climbed 8% in TEUs in November, with Los Angeles remaining the largest port. Its volumes increased 23% compared to neighbor Long Beach’s 10% slide as LA reaffirmed its position as preferred west coast destination for China, South Korea and other Asian suppliers. New York / Newark’s handling expanded 9%, though this was generated from European shippers as its China volume growth was only the same as the west coast overall. That suggests the Panama Canal ‘effect’ is waning. Among smaller operators, Port Everglades was the standout with 28% growth driven by south Ameri...