SOUTH CAROLINA PORTS (SC PORTS)

SC Ports handles over 225,000 TEUs in February

South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) recorded 225,532 TEUs in February, translating to an 11% increase over the same month in 2024.

This growth was driven by a surge in imports, marking a stronger month after more moderate volumes, according to an SC Ports statement.

Inland Port Greer saw 18,669 rail moves, up 18% and its second-highest month ever, while Inland Port Dillon recorded 3,412 rail moves, down 18% year-over-year but trending upward since December.

Additionally. SC Ports handled 11,273...

https://container-news.com/sc-ports-handles-over-225000-teus-in-february/

OOCL Iris sets multiple records with landmark US East Coast port calls

The 16,828 TEU container vessel OOCL Iris arrived at Maher Terminals on 11 February, marking a significant milestone for the Port of New York and New Jersey as the largest ship to call at the US port.

The OOCL-operated mega boxship travelled from Asia on the 91-day roundtrip Transpacific ECX1 loop, which stops in Hong Kong, Yantian, Xiamen, and Shanghai before arriving in New York and then continuing down the east coast to Savannah and Charleston.

Named after the company’s IT system, the Iris and...

https://container-news.com/oocl-iris-sets-multiple-records-with-landmark-us-east-coast-port-calls/

SC Ports records container volume growth

South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) reported a 5% increase in containerized cargo moving through the Port of Charleston in November compared to the same month last year, with 116,273 pier containers and 211,443 TEUs.

For the fiscal year to date (July 2024 – November 2024), container volumes have remained steady, with 583,959 pier containers and 1.06 million TEUs, reflecting a marginal 1% year-over-year growth.

Inland Ports Greer and Dillon recorded a combined 17,735 rail moves in November, while...

https://container-news.com/sc-ports-records-container-volume-growth/

Box volumes at SC Ports shrink due to USEC three-day strike

South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) continues to play an important role in the US Southeast’s logistics and trade industry, having moved 847,107 TEUs in a four-month period (July-October).

However, October alone saw 209,107 TEUs handled, representing an 11% year-over-year decrease, attributed partly to a three-day coastwide work stoppage. Inland Ports Greer and Dillon collectively recorded 17,749 rail moves in October, translating to a 12% decline compared to last year.

However, the vehicle segment...

https://container-news.com/box-volumes-at-sc-ports-shrink-due-to-usec-three-day-strike/

Charleston’s maritime community launches toy drive to fill a shipping container for SC foster children

For the third year in a row, South Carolina Ports (SC Ports), the International Longshoremen’s Association, Coalition 18, and the Maritime Association of South Carolina are joining forces to fulfill holiday wish lists for foster children across South Carolina.

This year’s Maritime Toy Drive calls on local businesses, partners, and Charleston residents to help fill a 40-foot ONE shipping container with toys by 13 December. The South Carolina Department of Social Services will distribute donations...

https://container-news.com/charlestons-maritime-community-launches-toy-drive-to-fill-a-shipping-container-for-sc-foster-children/

Higher box volumes at South Carolina Ports

South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) reported 214,558 TEUs in September, up 8% compared with the same month last year. In particular, loaded imports were up 14% from last year as shippers moved more goods ahead of the short-term work stoppage in early October.

For the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 (July-September 2024), SC Ports handled 638,000 TEUs, reflecting a 5% increase from the same period last year.

“By delivering reliable, productive and consistent port service, SC Ports strives to be...

https://container-news.com/higher-box-volumes-at-south-carolina-ports/

SC Ports handles over 224,000 TEUs in July

South Carolina Ports is experiencing significant cargo growth due to highly efficient port operations and a strategic location in the dynamic Southeast region.

In July, SC Ports saw an 8% increase in container volumes compared to the previous year, driven by the onset of peak season and a growing regional population, which boosted loaded imports by 6%.

“The South Carolina market is ripe for companies to put new investment in the ground and benefit from direct access to our world-class port...

https://container-news.com/sc-ports-handles-over-224000-teus-in-july/

SC Ports reports lower box volumes in June

South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) finished fiscal year 2024 with a 7% uptick in container volumes moving through the Port of Charleston in June. SC Ports handled 218,115 TEUs and 121,267 pier containers last month, marking the second highest June on record.

SC Ports noted that loaded imports were up 10% and loaded exports were up 5%, signifying overall strength in the Southeast market.

“The Southeast market is booming, with a growing population driving imports and new manufacturing investments...

https://container-news.com/sc-ports-reports-lower-box-volumes-in-june/

SC Ports pauses construction project to reduce vessel queues and enhance fluidity

With the support of the maritime community, South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) is swiftly processing ships and reducing its vessel queue by implementing innovative operational solutions and temporarily halting toe wall construction for ocean carrier and cargo owner customers.

These operational solutions have already reduced waiting times and the number of ships on queue. Currently, SC Ports has three ships at anchor and believes this project pause will quickly and effectively further minimize...

https://container-news.com/sc-ports-pauses-construction-project-to-reduce-vessel-queues-and-enhance-fluidity/

ONE launches direct India-South Carolina service

Ocean Network Express (ONE) has launched a new weekly ship service establishing a direct link between India and South Carolina Ports.

The inaugural voyage of ONE’s West India North America (WIN) service arrived at the Port of Charleston with the ONE Modern docking at Wando Welch Terminal on 26 June.

The WIN service bridges India’s West Coast with the US East Coast, serving as a crucial route for shippers. India has emerged as a significant global producer and exporter of various goods, including...

https://container-news.com/one-launches-direct-india-south-carolina-service/

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