South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) has reported a substantial increase in cargo volumes, with container activity up by 8% in July compared to the previous year. This surge, driven by the region’s booming population and the onset of peak season, includes a 6% rise in loaded imports.

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Barbara Melvin, President and CEO of SC Ports, highlighted the region’s attractiveness for new investments, citing the port’s reliable service, robust intermodal network, and future growth capacity as key factors.

In July, SC Ports efficiently moved 224,407 TEUs and 124,448 pier containers, marking the second-highest July performance in its history, following the record set in July 2021 during the pandemic-induced import boom.

The rail-served inland ports also saw impressive growth, with a combined 21,013 rail moves in July—a 19% increase from the previous year. Inland Port Greer set a new record with 17,332 containers moved, a 17% year-over-year increase, while Inland Port Dillon achieved a 26% rise, handling 3,681 rail moves.

Although vehicle handling was down year-over-year, with 10,814 vehicles moved in July, this is typical for the month. SC Ports continues to support global automakers like BMW, Mercedes-Benz Vans, and Volvo Cars by managing the import of parts and export of finished vehicles.

Melvin emphasized the importance of collaboration within the maritime and logistics communities to maintain supply chain fluidity for the U.S. East Coast port market.

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