The Port of Charleston continues to demonstrate its position as a premier trade gateway, offering unmatched speed, reliability, and connectivity for shippers. With a 52-foot deep two-way harbor, the port provides carriers a first-in gateway to the Southeast, eliminating delays typically caused by tidal restrictions.
First-in gateway to the Southeast
At 52 feet deep, Charleston’s deepwater port and two-way harbor gives carriers a first-in gateway to the Southeast while avoiding delays caused by tidal restrictions. With high crane productivity, quick turn times, and instant access to imports, SC Ports’ operations are optimized for customers needing quick access to market.
This heightened efficiency allows shippers to meet their supply chain objectives and continues to bring new services to the Port of Charleston. The Port offers broad coverage across various trade lanes, including 11 weekly Asia services, five direct services connecting India, first-in-calls from key markets in Europe, and the fastest transit time from Vietnam to the South Atlantic.
“SC Ports’ customer-first approach, infrastructure investments, and reputation as an efficient port, reaffirms to our BCOs that the Port of Charleston remains a key cargo entry point to the Southeast market,” said SC Ports President and CEO Phil Padgett.
August volumes
In August, SC Ports handled 230,150 TEUs, a 16% increase over the same month during the prior year. The port handled a total of 126,340 pier containers, an increase of 15%.
SC Ports’ investments in rail infrastructure continue to yield growth at both inland ports, with Inland Port Greer handling 18,433 rail moves and Inland Port Dillon handling 4,738 moves, an all-time record for Dillon. In August, 25% of containers were moved by rail.
15,566 vehicles crossed the docks in August, marking another month of improvement with a 14% increase year-over-year.
“SC Ports’ workforce and our partners in the maritime community continue to deliver efficient operations,” said Padgett. “Even among broader trade concerns, SC Ports remains a reliable and efficient port, offering the same trusted service customers have come to expect.”
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Source: South Carolina Ports
