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High-performing port in the thriving Southeast market, delivering reliable port service and supporting 1 in 9 SC jobs. #SC Ports #WeDeliver

Charleston’s addition to the CMA CGM AMERXL rotati

Charleston’s addition to the CMA CGM AMERXL rotation gives Southeast shippers better access to major trade ports in Colombia, Peru, Ecuador and Chile, providing competitive transit times on the fixed-day weekly service.

The enhanced capacity comes as the Southeast continues to outpace the rest of the U.S. for population and GDP growth, with South Carolina outpacing the national average.

🎥 @mpeacockmedia

SC Ports was glad to host senior leaders from Norf

SC Ports was glad to host senior leaders from Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific Railroad, and Palmetto Railways - including CEOs Mark George, Jim Vena, and Patrick McCrory - for an in-depth look at our operations and healthy discussion about the critical role rail plays in supporting freight movement via SC Ports.

Rail connectivity is foundational to how we deliver speed, reliability, and scale for our customers.

A little more than a year after the 16,828 TEU OOC

A little more than a year after the 16,828 TEU OOCL Iris became the largest vessel to ever call the Port of Charleston, her sister vessel the OOCL Lavender made her maiden call to Charleston.

The Lavender joins the South Atlantic Express Service, with Charleston serving as the last port of call for quick exports to Asia.

William Hahn with Inchcape Shipping presented the plaque to the ships captain (pictured).

Video: @mpeacockmedia

Today, SC Ports formally retired K9 Lyon from Sout

Today, SC Ports formally retired K9 Lyon from South Carolina Ports Police Department, sending him off to endless belly rubs and snuggles with his new family.

This goodest boy was appointed in 2020 as an explosives detection K9, later becoming a member of the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office Metro Bomb Squad in 2022. During his career, he conducted thousands of searches of over-the-road trucks entering SC Ports’ working terminals, supported large-venue sweeps and dignitary route clearances for Presidents and Vice Presidents of the United States.

Though most of his work was conducted behind the scenes, his impact on public safety and national security was significant. We thank K9 Lyon and his handler, Officer Mara Cadena, for their commitment, dedication and exemplary service.

SC Ports has the infrastructure in place to meet t

SC Ports has the infrastructure in place to meet the state’s record economic gains.

In 2025 SC achieved:

⚓The third-highest year for industry recruitment on record.

⚓$9.12B in capital investments, 17% of which were international investments.

⚓The highest hiring rate in the Southeast region at 4.2%

⚓The top state for overall cost of doing business, incentive programs, site readiness programs.

Photo: @mpeacockmedia

A boost in retail volume and soybean exports helpe

A boost in retail volume and soybean exports helped Inland Port Dillon achieve record rail moves in 2025. Read more at link in bio.

Video: Walter Lagarenne

As the Southeast continues to grow, Inland Port Gr

As the Southeast continues to grow, Inland Port Greer is ready to meet the demand.

The inland port provides shippers with efficient rail access to the Port of Charleston and sits within a one-day truck drive of 94 million customers in key markets, including Atlanta, Memphis, Nashville, Louisville and Charlotte.

Video: @mpeacockmedia

Each December, SC Ports partners with Coalition 18

Each December, SC Ports partners with Coalition 18 trucking group, ILA Locals 1422, 1422-A and 1771, and the Maritime Association of South Carolina to fill a shipping container with toys for Lowcountry children in need. Thank you to all who donated this year to make a difference on Christmas morning.

Happy Holidays from SC Ports! Thank you to our cus

Happy Holidays from SC Ports! Thank you to our customers for your trust, to our stakeholders for your support, and to our SC Ports teammates and maritime partners for keeping the supply chain moving. #SCPorts #WeDeliver

✅Two-way harbor traffic. ❌Tidal restrictions. SC

✅Two-way harbor traffic.
❌Tidal restrictions.

SC Ports’ customers know that our port infrastructure is situated to handle long-term growth in the Southeast, while providing reliable, productive port service they need today.

Photo: Matt Peacock

Charleston area residents who travel I-526E may re

Charleston area residents who travel I-526E may remember seeing the Christmas star that used to hang on one of the buildings at the former WestRock Paper Mill. When SC Ports acquired the property, members of our Maintenance Technical Support and Heavy Lift Maintenance groups wanted to be sure this unofficial area landmark still had a home during the holiday season.

Last week the team restored it and placed it on top of one of the ship-to-shore cranes at Wando Welch Terminal, where it can now be spotted it in the distance from the James B. Edwards (Wando River) Bridge.

Video: Corey Frierson

South Carolina’s maritime community shows up every

South Carolina’s maritime community shows up every single day to keep our supply chain moving and our economy strong. To our SC Ports team, our many maritime partners working on the waterfront, and all the logistics, trucking, rail and warehouse professionals who work alongside us — thank you. We couldn’t do it without you. Your commitment creates opportunities in communities across our state. #SCports #WeDeliver

Our SC Ports team and maritime community take prid

Our SC Ports team and maritime community take pride in delivering world-class port service to our customers — every ship, every container, every day. #SCPorts #WeDeliver

🎥: @mpeacockmedia

Fiscal year volumes remain ahead of plan at SC Por

Fiscal year volumes remain ahead of plan at SC Ports, as the industry begins to see a dip in containerized imports into the U.S.

“While we expect the next few months to remain challenging for our industry, SC Ports’ remains focused on compensating for these declines.” - SC Ports President and CEO Micah Mallace.

More at link in bio.

Photo by: English Hurteau

SC Ports President and CEO recently sat down with

SC Ports President and CEO recently sat down with South Carolina ETV’s Gavin Jackson to ahead of his State of the Port address to discuss the Port’s immediate priorities and challenges. Watch the full interview at the link in bio.

SC Ports is committed to delivering additional cap

SC Ports is committed to delivering additional capacity as shippers demand it.

Customers grew volume through Inland Port Greer by 355% during its first decade and operation, spurring SC Ports to add 9,000 feet of rail and double cargo capacity to meet projected demand through 2040.

Our port system delivers solutions for inland customers who depend on reliable, high volume, overnight service from the Port of Charleston.

Video: @mpeacockmedia

SC Ports outpaces the U.S. market and other South

SC Ports outpaces the U.S. market and other South Atlantic ports for growth in the Northeast Asia-US trade lane. Post-Covid, the Port of Charleston’s volume has increased by 9% in this trade lane. With the deepest harbor on the East Coast at 52 feet, our marine terminals are ready to work mega container ships at any tide.

🎥: @mpeacockmedia

South Carolina Ports President and CEO Micah Malla

South Carolina Ports President and CEO Micah Mallace detailed his pledge for aggressive growth during his first State of the Port address.

“We are exceptionally fortunate to be in a position where our port’s terminals run exceedingly well and our infrastructure offers ample capacity for the foreseeable future. With these pieces in place, we enjoy the latitude to focus on growth in the immediate term.”

Full release in bio.

📷: English Hurteau

SC Ports celebrates the successful completion of a

SC Ports celebrates the successful completion of a full restoration and stabilization of the historic Bennett Rice Mill façade, marking the most thorough rehabilitation of the historical structure since SC Ports assumed ownership in 1958. The $1.6 million restoration took a year to complete.

“The Rice Mill Façade is a significant piece of Charleston’s architectural history, and the full restoration ensures it will become a beacon for the future redevelopment of this incredible waterfront property. The Port aims to be a good steward of the communities we work in, and this project is an example of how working collaboratively with our local partners yields benefits for all to enjoy.” - SC Ports President & CEO Micah Mallace

📸: English Hurteau

@citycharlestonsc | @historiccharlestonfoundation | @preservationsociety | @landmarkpreservation

The South Carolina Port Authority’s Board of Direc

The South Carolina Port Authority’s Board of Directors announced Micah Mallace as the agency’s next President and CEO. The vote was unanimous.

“I am humbled by the opportunity to serve as the next President and CEO at SC Ports. The port team and South Carolina’s broader maritime community provide port service that is unmatched, and I know, together, we will further strengthen our competitiveness.” - SC Ports President & CEO Micah Mallace

Full release linked in bio.

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