Spartanburg County’s Inland Port Sees Unprecedented Growth in July
Greer, S.C. – According to recent reports, Spartanburg County’s Inland Port Greer has witnessed an all-time record growth in July, signaling a highly thriving atmosphere in the expansive Southeast region. There was an 8% surge in container volumes compared to the same period last year. The upswing comes on the back of an increased population in the locale and the commencement of the peak season boosting loaded imports by 6%.
Key Elements Driving the Growth
There are several factors that contribute to the port’s notable growth. Chief among them are the high productivity of port operations and its opportune location in the bustling Southeast region. These elements are critical in driving cargo growth. Barbara Melvin, the SC Ports President and CEO, has noted, “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 system. We deliver reliable port service, a strong intermodal network and future capacity to support growth.”
Record-breaking Performance in July
In the month of July, Spartanburg County’s Inland Port Greer made a record, moving 17,332 containers on and off trains. This marked a whopping 17% year-over-year increase. Melvin emphasized the pivotal role the team at the SC Ports plays in fueling this remarkable growth. “The team at South Carolina Ports works in tandem with many maritime and logistics partners every day to efficiently move goods in support of our customers,” Melvin stated. “It takes all of us working together to keep the supply chain fluid for the U.S. East Coast port market.”
Implications of the growth
This record growth of the South Carolina Ports clearly indicates the responsive and highly efficient interplay of port operations, logistics partnerships, and several other stakeholders. The impressive activity also mirrors the potential and the resilience of the region’s economy.
More significantly, the growth figures point to a bright future. The ongoing increase in population coupled with the apparent strength of the local economy makes South Carolina a compelling choice for new and existing businesses. Furthermore, the reliable port operations, as well as the burgeoning intermodal network, means that these businesses can have direct access to one of the world’s top-performing port systems.
The remarkable July growth forms a promising narrative likely to inspire further investment and growth in the region. Overall, this robust advancement in the ports represents a valuable contribution to the local, regional, and national economy.
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