South Carolina Ports: Handling Over 200,000 TEUs in February

In February, South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) handled 202,349 TEUs and 111,902 pier containers, showing a slight increase compared to the same month in 2023.

Importantly, loaded import TEUs rose by 11% compared to the previous February, indicating strength in the overall economy.

Inland port and rail volumes remained consistently strong. Inland Port Greer saw a significant 26% increase in rail moves last month, totaling 15,801 moves compared to the previous year. Similarly, Inland Port Dillon experienced a 13% rise in rail moves, reaching 4,147 moves. Year-to-date, the two rail-served inland ports have seen remarkable growth, with a combined 34% increase compared to the previous year, handling 151,324 containers collectively.

Additionally, SC Ports processed 15,555 vehicles in February, reflecting a 2% decline compared to the previous year. Despite this, the vehicle segment has shown significant growth of 16% during fiscal year 2024, with a total of 144,415 vehicles passing through the docks since July.

Moreover, South Carolina Ports efficiently handled large vessels and increased container volumes at the Wando Welch Terminal, as imports experienced a resurgence.

Barbara Melvin, president and CEO of SC Ports, stated, "Our significant infrastructure investments and exceptional maritime workforce deliver highly efficient port services for our customers. We provide the speed, reliability, and connectivity necessary for our customers to thrive."