As of mid-June 2025, containerized trade through the Port of Vancouver continues to be a crucial barometer of Canada’s global logistics health. With six vessels currently at berth, one at anchor, and another dwelling offshore, the port shows both signs of recovery and ongoing pressure in marine freight logistics.
This article breaks down the June 18, 2025 Port of Vancouver Container Vessel Line-Up, providing in-depth analysis of vessel trends, dwell times, and port logistics. We examine dwell times, anchorage behaviors, port infrastructure stress, and the broader implications for Canadian trade and shipping networks.
⚓ Current Conditions (as of June 18, 2025)
The vessel activity snapshot is as follows:
- At Berth: 6 container vessels
- At Anchor: 1 container vessel
- Offshore (Outside VFPA Jurisdiction): 1 vessel
Breakdown of Vessels at Berth:
| Vessel Name | Service | Terminal | Arrival at Berth | Dwell Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SM MUMBAI | PNS | FSD | June 15, 2025 – 23:49 | – |
| YM TOTALITY | FP2 (PN2) | Deltaport | June 16, 2025 – 06:32 | – |
| EVER SHINE | PNW3 | Vanterm | June 16, 2025 – 11:42 | – |
| OOCL OAKLAND | PNW4 | Deltaport | June 17, 2025 – 06:02 | – |
| MAERSK SAN VICENTE | TP1 (WC3) | Centerm | June 17, 2025 – 16:40 | 1.6 days |
| COSCO VENICE | CPV | Centerm | June 18, 2025 – 03:43 | – |
Anchored Vessel:
- ONE MATRIX (Service: PN1)
- Location: English Bay Anchorage 1
- Arrival at Anchor: June 18, 2025 – 07:19
- Estimated Time to Berth: June 19, 2025
- Days at Anchor: 0.0
Offshore Vessel:
- LE HAVRE CHIN (Service: CHIN)
- ETA Berth: June 20, 2025 – 01:00
- Offshore Dwell: 2.0 days
- Est. Total Dwell: 3.7 days
Anchorage Trends and Dwell Time Analysis (2024–2025)
Monthly Average Anchorage Time
June 2025 shows a significant reduction in average anchorage time:
- June 2025 Average Dwell at Anchor: 1.6 days
- May 2025 Average: 3.8 days
- April 2025 Peak: 11.0 days
This improvement indicates that vessels are experiencing faster port turnaround and shorter offshore delays.
Anchorage Patterns by Percentage
Over the last 12 months, the percentage of vessels that go directly to berth has gradually increased:
| Month | Direct to Berth (%) | To Anchor (%) |
| May 2024 | 70% | 30% |
| Aug 2024 | 79% | 21% |
| Dec 2024 | 93% | 7% |
| May 2025 | 83% | 17% |
Visual Insight
- Highest congestion: April 2025 with 11.0 average dwell days.
- Best performance: October 2024 with <1-day average.
- Current month (June 2025): Recovering toward late-2024 levels.
Key Causes of Past Congestion (2024–2025)
- Port Equipment Delays – Crane malfunctions and IT issues in St. John and Centerm terminals.
- Seasonal Volume Spikes – Q4 2024 and Q1 2025 witnessed surges before holidays.
- Labor Disruptions – Workforce shortages and strike activity impacted vessel flow.
- Weather Delays – Winter storms off British Columbia disrupted berthing schedules.
Logistics Implications for Canadian Supply Chains
- Operational Costs: Idling increases fuel and port fees.
- Risk of Diversion: Shippers may switch to Seattle or Prince Rupert if congestion rises.
- Ripple Effect: Delays at berth impact intermodal schedules and last-mile SLAs.
Year-over-Year Comparisons
| Metric | June 2024 | June 2025 |
| Avg. Dwell at Anchor | 4.2 days | 1.6 days |
| % Direct to Berth | 75% | 83% |
| Avg. Vessels at Berth | 5 | 6 |
Offshore Monitoring as Early Indicator
Offshore zone between N47–49° and W122–127° now critical for:
- Predicting berth delays
- Scheduling rail pickup and drayage
Example: LE HAVRE CHIN has 3.7 days total dwell despite being outside VFPA.
🏗 Port Infrastructure Response
- Deltaport Berth 4 to increase capacity by 25% (completion 2026)
- Vanterm Automation: New cranes cut unload times by 17%
- JIT Arrivals + AI berth slotting optimize flow
✅ Recommendations for Shippers
- Use AIS + port feeds for ETA tracking
- Pre-book intermodal rail
- Monitor public congestion dashboards
- Avoid demurrage via container removal SOPs
Conclusion: Where Vancouver Stands
- Anchorage time lowest in a year
- Direct berthing improved
- Yet offshore dwell like LE HAVRE CHIN shows pressure remains
Continuous investment in automation and coordination will be key for long-term port stability.
Outlook for Remainder of 2025
- July-August expected surge months
- Port reliability remains crucial vs. West Coast competitors
- Monitoring dwell times offshore will guide logistics decisions
