U.S. seaports saw a continued expansion in handling in May after inbound volumes rose 3.0% year over year, similar to the 2.5% rate in the prior three months. The only big 10 port that saw a downturn was Long Beach with an 11.5% slump. That was the result in a 22.0% drop in shipments by Cosco Shipping, possibly related to its sale of a stake in terminal facilities at Long Beach. There was also a 28.8% reduction in shipments by CMA-CGM. Miami saw the fastest growth at 12.1%, though competition from other Florida ports is rising. Seattle and Tacoma grew by 8.8%, possibly benefiting from st...