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PortCity is more than just a logistics provider — we’re your longterm supply chain partner, committed to providing innovative, seamless solutions and stability for your business.
Message from SC Ports President and CEO Barbara Melvin
South Carolina Ports is a highly productive port in the booming Southeast market, and we see big opportunities on the horizon as we continue growing as a top 10 U.S container port.
The pace of growth in the Southeast requires that we always keep an eye to the future. With the investments we’re making today, SC Ports sits poised to unlock 10 million TEUs of capacity in the Charleston Harbor in the coming decades.
In 2024, with support from the state, we purchased the former WestRock paper mill property. This investment will expand the terminal’s capacity to handle 5 million containers in the future.
This year also saw the reopening of the Leatherman Terminal, a significant achievement for all who depend on our world class port service. Construction on a second berth will begin soon, and the completion of the Navy Base Intermodal Facility (NBIF) in 2025 will bring near-dock rail service to the terminal. The facility will be capable of up to 1 million rail lifts each year, and further strengthen the port’s rail capabilities.
Both Inland Port Greer and Inland Port Dillon handled record cargo volumes in fiscal year 2024, up 24% year-over-year. Inland Port Greer’s expansion project will be completed in early 2025, yielding 8,000 feet of additional rail track and doubling the terminal’s cargo capacity.
SC Ports remains focused on what we do best — efficiently moving cargo and being a superior supply chain partner. Companies and communities depend on us every day to get their goods. And all this drives growth and creates jobs around our state. Port operations support more than 260,000 jobs in South Carolina.
Together with our maritime partners, SC Ports will continue growing as the preferred port on the U.S. East Coast, creating generational opportunities for thousands of South Carolinians.
Barbara Melvin
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Cover photo/Walter Lagarenne, SCPA
Strategic Priorities
As a top 10 U.S. container port, SC Ports will continue to deliver on its strategic priorities for the benefit of its customers, stakeholders and communities.
Advance operational excellence
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Events 2025
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The Forty Under 40 Awards celebrate exceptional professionals aged 40 and younger who have significantly impacted their organizations and the local community within the past year. The Women of Influence Awards recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of women from various industries and sectors, including business, entrepreneurship, public service, education, and community engagement. These remarkable women have demonstrated exceptional leadership, resilience, and innovation, paving the way for future generations.
Top Projects honors the best South Carolina construction projects completed the previous year from infrastructure and transportation to renovations, private buildings and major public projects.
Statewide - May 2025
Best Places to Work in South Carolina is a research-driven program from Best Companies Group that examines your company’s practices, programs, and benefits and surveys your employees for their perspectives.
Statewide - August 2025
The Most Influential Leader event spotlights leaders who have played an important role in the business community in South Carolina.
Empowering Women awards recognizes companies and organizations that have shown a strong commitment to supporting and elevating women in South Carolina.
Statewide - August 2025
Join us for South Carolina’s most significant manufacturing event of the year! Meet manufacturing professionals from across the Southeast to discuss the latest manufacturing trends and topics, share their vision, become inspired and immerse yourself in manufacturing culture.
awards program celebrates companies that manufacture products in the
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OCEAN CARRIER SERVICES
Container Carriers Rotation and Vessel info obtained from Compair Data Inc., October 2024. This information is provided as a guide. For specific voyage scheduling and details, contact the carriers directly. More information is available online at www.SCSPA.com (navigate to Customer Toolkit>Ocean Carriers>Ocean Carrier Services).
Europe Le Havre / Antwerp / Rotterdam / Bremerhaven / CHARLESTON / Miami / Veracruz / Altamira / Houston / New Orleans / Le Havre
ISC / Mid East Algeciras / Port Said / Djibouti / Salalah / Dubai Jebel Ali / Port Qasim / Pipavav / Mumbai (Nhava Sheva) / Salalah / Algeciras / NY/NJ / CHARLESTON / Savannah / Houston / Norfolk / NY/NJ / Algeciras
NCT ECSA Freeport / NY/NJ / Norfolk / Baltimore / CHARLESTON / Savannah / Port Everglades / Caucedo DR / Santos / Buenos Aires / Montevideo / Rio Grande / Navegantes / Paranagua / Santos / Rio de Janeiro / Salvador / Suape / Colon Panama / Cristobal Panama / Caucedo DR / Freeport
/ XNS
WWT ASIA Qingdao / Ningbo / Shanghai / Busan / Kingston / CHARLESTON / Savannah / Norfolk / Kingston / Busan / Qingdao 2 M TP10 / Amberjack (USEC3) / ASUS1 / ZCP Maersk / MSC / ZIM -- Hamburg Sud / Alianca / Sealand
WWT ASIA Hong Kong / Nansha / Yantian / Cai Mep / Singapore / NY/NJ / CHARLESTON / Savannah / Miami / Freeport / Tanjung Pelepas / Hong Kong 2 M TP17 / America / ASUS5 / Z7S
WWT Med Gioia Tauro / Naples / Leghorn / Genoa / Algeciras / NY/NJ / Norfolk / Baltimore / Savannah / CHARLESTON / Tangier / Valencia / Gioia Tauro
WWT North Europe Southampton / Antwerp / Rotterdam / Bremerhaven / Le Havre / NY/NJ / Norfolk / Savannah / CHARLESTON / Southampton
WWT ASIA Qingdao / Shanghai / Ningbo / Colon / Savannah / CHARLESTON / Boston / NY/NJ / Colon / Qingdao
WWT ASIA Cai Mep / Hong Kong / Yantian / Xiamen / Shanghai / Colon / NY/NJ / Savannah / CHARLESTON / Cai Mep
WWT ASIA Yantian / Cai Mep / Singapore / Port Kelang / Colombo / Tangier / Halifax / NY/NJ / Norfolk / Savannah / CHARLESTON / Port Kelang / Singapore / Laem Chabang / Cai Mep / Yantian / LA / Oakland / Yantian
/ MSC -Hamburg Sud / ZIM / Sealand
TA5
OCEAN Liberty Bridge / TAE / ATE1
CGM / COSCO / Evergreen / OOCL
OCEAN Vespucci / NUE / AWE1 / ECC2
OCEAN SAX / AWE4 / ECX1 CMA CGM / COSCO / Evergreen / OOCL
OCEAN Columbus JAX (CJX) / PE1 / AWE5/ SEA2 / SEAP
CGM / COSCO / Evergreen / OOCL
WWT ASIA Singapore / Laem Chabang / Haiphong / Yantian / Ningbo / Shanghai / Busan / Yokohama / Norfolk / Savannah / CHARLESTON / Miami / Singapore
WWT ASIA Kaohsiung / Xiamen / Yantian / Shanghai / Ningbo / Busan / Manzanillo / NY/NJ / Norfolk / CHARLESTON / Savannah / Manzanillo / Rodman / Kaohsiung
WWT ASIA Qingdao / Yantian / Ningbo / Shanghai / Busan / Cartagena / Savannah / CHARLESTON / Wilmington / Norfolk / Cartagena / Busan / Qingdao
WWT ASIA Laem Chabang / Cai Mep / Singapore / Colombo / Halifax / NY/NJ / Norfolk / Savannah / Jacksonville / CHARLESTON / NY/NJ / Halifax / Jebel Ali / Singapore / Laem Chabang
WWT ECSA NY/NJ / Philadelphia / Norfolk / CHARLESTON / Jacksonville / Port Everglades / Santos / Buenos Aires / Rio Grande / Porto Itapoa / Santos / Rio de Janeiro / Salvador / Pecem / NY/NJ Tango / SEC Hamburg Sud / Hapag Lloyd / Maersk -- Alianca / Sealand 7 5,376
WWT ISC / Med Abu Dhabi / Dubai Jebel Ali / Port Qasim / Mumbai (Nhava Sheva) / Mundra / Haifa / Sines / NY/NJ / Savannah / CHARLESTON / Houston / Freeport / King Abdullah City / Abu Dhabi
WWT ISC Port Qasim / Mundra / Mumbai (Nhava Sheva) / Jeddah / CHARLESTON / Savannah / Port Qasim
WWT Carib / C Am / Oceania Philadelphia / CHARLESTON / Balboa / Tauranga / Sydney / Melbourne / Port Chalmers / Tauranga / Manzanillo / Cristobal Panama / Cartagena / Philadelphia AANZ / ANP / OC1/ Oceania Loop 2 Maersk -- Alianca / Hamburg Sud / Hapag Lloyd / MSC / Sealand
WWT ASIA Shanghai / Ningbo / Taipei / Shekou / Cai Mep / Singapore / Colombo / NY/NJ / Norfolk / CHARLESTON / Savannah / Cristobal Panama / Shanghai
WWT North Europe Antwerp / Hamburg / London Gateway / CHARLESTON / Savannah / Norfolk / Antwerp
WWT North Europe Antwerp / Rotterdam / Bremerhaven / NY/ NJ / CHARLESTON / Veracruz / Altamira / New Orleans / Mobile / Freeport / CHARLESTON / Antwerp
2 M TA3 / NEUATL3 / EUNA2
Yang Ming
/ MSC -- Hamburg Sud / Sealand
Container Carriers Rotation and Vessel info obtained from Compair Data Inc., November 2023. This information is provided as a guide. For specific voyage scheduling and details, contact the carriers directly.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Terminal Trade Route Rotation
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Port of Charleston Fastest-Growing Trade Regions - 5 Year Growth
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Port of Charleston Fastest-Growing Commodities - 5 Year Growth
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Port of Charleston Total TEU
Port of Charleston Intermodal Rail History
SC Ports offers capacity, efficiency to support customers’ growth in booming Southeast SC Ports creates jobs and revenue across state
South Carolina Ports is a powerful gateway for shippers seeking reliable, highly productive port service in the thriving U.S. Southeast market.
With more than $3 billion invested, SC Ports is strategically building port infrastructure to support the tremendous growth occurring in the region.
South Carolina’s port system has three big-ship capable terminals, with more capacity planned; two rail-served inland ports and a near-port rail yard under construction; last-mile connectors underway; the deepest harbor on the U.S. East Coast at 52 feet; and a total of 10 million TEUs on the horizon.
“The investments we’re making today in our port complex support the tremendous growth occurring in the Southeast today and for decades to come,” SC Ports President and CEO Barbara Melvin said. “With more than $3 billion invested into port infrastructure, SC Ports is perfectly positioned to be the preferred port on the U.S. East Coast.”
South Carolina’s maritime community pulls together to support shippers — including manufacturers, farmers and retailers — who utilize SC Ports’ facilities to access global markets.
“SC Ports is a powerhouse port, with the capacity and capabilities to support our customers’ growth,” Melvin said. “South Carolina’s maritime community delivers highly productive, reliable operations and world-class service to our customers every day, ensuring fluidity in their supply chains and success for their businesses.”
10 million TEUs of capacity on the horizon
With expansions and modernization either planned or complet-
ed for its three container terminals, SC Ports is on the cusp of having 10 million TEUs in Charleston Harbor, an unmatched asset in the Southeast port market.
Leatherman Terminal offers 700,000 TEUs of capacity today, and the new container terminal will boast 2.4 million TEUs of capacity at full buildout.
In addition to Leatherman Terminal’s planned capacity, the next major slate of capacity at the Port of Charleston will come from an enhanced and expanded North Charleston Terminal that will be able to handle 5 million TEUs in the future.
Additionally, Wando Welch Terminal recently underwent a modernization effort, yielding 2.4 million TEUs of cargo capacity, including a large refrigerated container yard to support the influx of goods coming in to support the growing region.
“The Southeast is where people are investing, and we are investing in our operations to support that growth,” Melvin said. “Companies can be confident that if they put capital in the ground and commit to this region, we have the infrastructure and capacity to grow along with them.”
Booming market drives growth
The Southeast market is thriving overall, and South Carolina now ranks No. 1 in the nation for both population and GDP growth.
Many companies — including automotive suppliers and electric vehicle makers, retail and e-commerce firms, and food and beverage companies — are choosing to invest in South Carolina with business locations and expansions. These firms benefit from the state’s strong labor pool, attractive business environment and strong infrastructure
network.
“Shippers want their import distribution centers near big population centers and well-run ports — making South Carolina Ports the ideal gateway to the U.S. Southeast for importers,” Melvin said. “The growing population and industry base will drive new investments from cargo owners and attract ocean carriers to bring new services, increasing SC Ports’ cargo volumes and competitiveness.”
During the last decade, shippers have been routing more cargo from the U.S. West Coast to the U.S. East Coast to take advantage of sourcing and transit times to key overseas markets, as well as to be closer to growing population centers in the Southeast.
“To our ocean carriers and cargo owner customers, you are the reason we do what we do every day,” Melvin said. “Your decision to use SC Ports as your gateway in the Southeast is hugely important, and we are committed to delivering reliable, productive and consistent service to your supply chains.”
Generating economic growth for South Carolina
Each container moved creates economic growth and high-paying jobs for South Carolinians, with port operations generating an $87 billion economic impact each year, according to a recent study by research economist Dr. Joseph Von Nessen.
South Carolina’s port system supports one in nine jobs in our state, the findings showed. This accounts for everyone working in the maritime and logistics industries, as well as thousands of jobs at businesses around our state that depend on the port.
Port operations in South Carolina generate an $87 billion economic impact each year, according to a recent study.
“Every time you see a truck on the road, a ship in our harbor and stacks of containers filled with goods, or autos on this terminal — it represents jobs and economic prosperity for our state,” Melvin said. “We provide excellent port service so our customers can run their businesses smoothly. Thousands of global brands depend on us to keep goods moving through the supply chain, and we are proud to deliver world-class port service to them.”
Leatherman reopens, expands I
n a monumental victory for South Carolina’s maritime community, SC Ports reopened the Leatherman Terminal with its International Longshoremen’s Association partners in fall 2024, unlocking 700,000 additional TEUs in the Charleston Harbor.
The newest ocean terminal to open in the U.S. in more than a decade, Leatherman Terminal is a modernized facility ready to work the largest ships calling the East Coast.
The terminal features a 1,400-foot berth, five ship-toshore cranes with 169 feet of lift height, 25 hybrid rubber-tired gantry cranes, and a refrigerated container yard — all designed to efficiently handle cargo.
“The reopening of Leatherman Terminal is a pivotal mo-
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ment for our world-class port system,” SC Ports President and CEO Barbara Melvin said. “In partnership with the ILA, employers and greater maritime community, we are thrilled to once again provide excellent port service at Leatherman Terminal for the benefit of our ocean carrier and cargo owner customers.”
Plans are already underway to begin the second phase of the terminal’s buildout, adding a second berth that will expand the wharf an additional 1,600 feet. At full buildout, the three-berth terminal will add 2.4 million TEUs of throughput capacity to the Port of Charleston.
ing on Leatherman.
“This weekly service is the first of many to come as we resume operations at Leatherman Terminal, providing more capacity and fluidity for the U.S. East Coast port market,” Melvin said. “This firstin-call from Asia is a significant competitive advantage for shippers moving goods through the Port of Charleston.”
The Port of Charleston will further enhance its competitive edge when the Navy Base Intermodal Facility (NBIF) opens in 2025. The near-dock rail facility, which will connect to Leatherman Terminal via a dedicated port road, will be dual-served by CSX and Norfolk Southern, allowing customers to efficiently speed their goods to key inland markets like Atlanta, Louisville, Nashville, Birmingham and Memphis.
“The Navy Base Intermodal Facility is a state-of-the-art facility, that will enhance our efficiency, adding even greater value for our customers,” Melvin said. “NBIF is a game changer for SC Ports customers.”
The railyard will feature nearly 80,000 feet of rail and be equipped with six rail-mounted gantry cranes capable of up to 1 million lifts a year, triple what the Port moves by rail today.
The reopening also came alongside an announcement that a weekly ZIM first-in-Asia call would be the first service to begin call-
SC Ports’ investments in Leatherman Terminal and its near-dock rail capabilities will keep the Port of Charleston competitive as a top 10 U.S. container port, and help achieve its goal to unlock 10 million TEUs in the decades to come. Plans are already underway to begin the second phase of the terminal’s buildout, adding a second berth that will expand the wharf an additional 1,600 feet.
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Maritime Association of South Carolina connects key partners in supply chain industry
The Maritime Association of South Carolina (MASC) is a nonprofit, member-based trade association that serves as a key connector for the maritime industry and its supporting businesses involved in maritime commerce and supply chain operations.
MASC advocates for issues affecting the maritime industry and work to advance, promote, and protect its interests across South Carolina. As the association’s centennial celebration approaches in 2026, MASC remains a vital force, driven by teamwork and strong partnerships along the waterfront.
MASC’s success is closely tied to the South Carolina Ports Authority, one of the busiest and most strategically positioned ports on the East Coast. The port serves as a gateway for global trade, linking South Carolina to the world and supporting one in every nine jobs in the state.
MASC recently partnered with SC Ports, SC Competes, and Charleston County to host the state's first Maritime & Logistics Youth Expo, bringing together over 300 students and more than 30 companies to promote career opportunities in the supply chain sector. (Photos/SCPA)
With over 250 members, MASC plays a crucial role in facilitating the state’s supply chain. This network includes the Charleston Harbor Pilots, tugboat services (such as McAllister Towing and Moran Towing), docking pilots, longshoremen, SC Ports employees, and those involved in trucking and warehousing.
A cornerstone of MASC’s success is our commitment to education and workforce development. In spring 2024, we partnered with SC Ports, SC Competes, and Charleston County to host South Carolina’s first Maritime & Logistics Youth Expo, bringing together over 300 students and more than 30 companies to raise awareness about career opportunities in the supply chain sector.
Looking ahead, MASC will host the inaugural Maritime & Logistics Summit in Charleston on Feb. 21, 2025, featuring ship manufacturing, logistics, maritime policy, and the future of the industry. The summit will also feature South Carolina’s first Private Marine Terminal Economic Impact Study, led by Dr. Joey Von Nessen from the University of South Carolina.
As more businesses continue to establish themselves in South Carolina, MASC remains the go-to resource for maritime advocacy, networking, and workforce development, ensuring a strong future for the next generation of industry professionals.
With over 250 members, MASC plays a crucial role in facilitating the state’s supply chain.
One Company. One Solution. Lewis Truck Lines (LTL) is a familyowned trucking company in Conway, S.C.,
since 1935. In 2023, we moved to our state-of-the-art 28,000 square feet new facility, 4328 Anderson Road in Aynor, SC, with geo thermal and solar energy. We are an asset-based company with 48-state authority. LTL continues its legacy of providing exceptional service to meet customers’ changing transportation and logistical needs. President LeRoy LeMaster has been in the transportation industry over 48 years. He joined the “Lewis Team” in 1989 as president. In 2005, he fulfilled his life long dream of owning a trucking company. Since then our "family" company has grown and our fleet is 160 trucks strong. We believe our drivers are the best in the industry. The integrity and professionalism we exhibit on a daily basis has earned us elite status with our customers.
Our fleet is equipped with satellite communication, inward/outward drive cams and satellite communication. Our satellite communication units provide up-to-theminute monitoring and driver communication for greater performance, faster ship times, and increased customer satisfaction. which provides up-to-the-minute monitoring and driver communication for greater performance, faster ship times and increased customer satisfaction. The tracking functions in our satellite systems benefit our shippers by providing continuous communication, from the initial dispatch to final delivery. We offer 48’ and 53’ flatbed, RGN, single- and double-drop trailers, 53’ dry vans with swing doors and import/export intermodal drayage services. All drivers have Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) cards for escort access to regulated ports or vessels.
Recently, we added an expedited hotshot division (less than a truck load) service. We specialize in hauling construction materials, over-dimensional cargo with permits, heavy equipment and boxed goods. We have built a strong and enviable reputation for providing superior transportation services throughout the USA to meet the ever-increasing demands of the shipping industry. To be competitive on any scale, today’s successful enterprise must rely on the resources, skills and experience of a trusted transportation provider to put essential materials and goods in the right place at precisely the right time. When it comes to our family’s personal leadership and values, we strongly believe in improving service, enhancing the quality of life for our driver associates and ensuring safe, timely delivery for every customer, every time.
Your Trusted Partner in Port Logistics
PortCity’s freight management division is a trusted leader in comprehensive transportation solutions, dedicated to simplifying logistics for clients with complex, high-volume requirements across the Southeast and beyond. We specialize in offering efficient, data-driven logistics support that empowers clients to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance productivity.
Our freight management services provide endto-end solutions that adapt to each client’s unique needs. With real-time shipment tracking, advanced analytics, and KPI reporting, PortCity ensures clients gain full visibility into their supply chains. Our team of skilled account specialists and logistics professionals handles each shipment with care and precision, optimizing transit times and reducing supply chain disruptions.
Alongside standard freight management, PortCity offers specialized services for handling bonded and hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. With a dedicated fleet and access to an extensive network of resources, we provide seamless logistics solutions from port to destination, managed by an experienced dispatch team focused on maximizing efficiency and reliability.
At PortCity, we pride ourselves on providing tailored support and industry-leading service standards, helping our clients navigate today’s logistics challenges and seize tomorrow’s opportunities. With a commitment to accountability, agility, and innovation, PortCity gives clients peace of mind, supporting their growth with the tools and expertise they need to succeed.
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Innovation and Industry Thrive at Camp Hall
Minutes from Charleston, the next-generation commerce park – Camp Hall – o ers global connectivity through a robust transportation network and is a racting a growing number of dynamic, innovative industries.
• Volvo debuted its rst all-electric SUV (EX90), the rst all-electric model produced at the plant, which also will manufacture the ba ery-powered Polestar 3 SUV.
• Redwood Materials, which made the largest economic development announcement in South Carolina’s history in 2022, is constructing phase one of its Ba ery Materials Campus.
• Charleston-based Refuel became the rst retailer to purchase property at Avian Commons at Camp Hall. Opening in early 2025, it will o er easy access to food, fuel and other conveniences.
• Palme o Railways is in phase two of a rail project connecting the Camp Hall Rail Line to the existing CSX rail network near the Cross Generating Station, linking Camp Hall to the extensive CSX network that spans the Eastern United States.
In addition, several speculative buildings completed in 2024 are now ready for occupancy, including:
• ree buildings totaling over 1.3 million square feet (Campus 8, Childress Klein).
• A building totaling 500,000 square feet (Phase II of Campus 5, RealtyLink).
• A building totaling 150,00 square feet (Campus 1, Lot 4, Magnus Development).
ere also other buildings and developed sites up to 120 acres for manufacturing and build-to-suit opportunities. A comprehensive study, released in April 2024, put Camp Hall’s economic impact on the Charleston tricounty region at $3.5 billion. Upon completion of Avian Commons, Camp Hall’s annual economic impact across the state is expected to increase to $7.9 billion, supporting 22,128 jobs and $1.4 billion in labor income. e regional impact is projected to be $7.3 billion, supporting 19,928 jobs and $1.2 billion in labor income.
Camp Hall, developed by Santee Cooper, is unique with its “man, nature and the machine” philosophy. Designed as a people- and environment-centered commerce park, it o ers an abundance of amenities that support employees’ work-life balance while preserving the natural beauty and unique habitat of coastal South Carolina.
SCPA Charleston-Area Facility Locations
Container Gate Operating Hours
Gate hours for refrigerated containers may differ. Saturday reefer transactions require prior notice to the marine terminal and related vendors. Check www.scspa.com for the most up to date hours.
Rail Access
The Port of Charleston offers dual-rail access to Class 1 carriers CSX and Norfolk Southern. Intermodal, box car, hopper car and car carrier services are available. NS and CSX connect Port of Charleston clients to all of the important rail hubs in the Southeast, Gulf and Midwest. Palmetto Railways also offers short line and switching connectivity for Port of Charleston clients. For more information on Palmetto Railways’ services, visit PalmettoRailways.com.
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Data verified Oct. 2024. Also available at www.SCSPA.com (navigate to Cargo>Logistics>Rail Connections). Please visit Norfolk Southern Intermodal or CSX Intermodal websites for the most up-to-date information.
* Days indicated reflect fastest available transit times.
CSX - Export Containers
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Bill Stern, Chair Columbia, SC
Dave Posek, Vice Chair Pawleys Island, SC
Kurt Grindstaff, Treasurer Hilton Head, SC
Willie Jeffries, Secretary Elloree, SC
Whit Smith Charleston, SC
Pam Lackey Columbia, SC
Mark Buyck Florence, SC
Bill Coates Greenville, SC
Felicia Howard Columbia, SC
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Barbara Melvin
President & Chief Executive Officer
Byron Miller
Chief Commercial Officer & VP, Marketing
Phil Padgett
Chief Financial Officer & VP, Administration
Sadie Battle
VP, Human Resources sbattle@scspa.com
Joel Britt
VP, Terminal Operations jbritt@scspa.com
Steve Kemp VP, Intermodal, Chassis & Operations Projects skemp@scspa.com
Sam Moore VP, Equipment Maintenance smoore@scspa.com
Steve Rauch VP, Information Technology srauch@scspa.com
Brent Simon VP, Chief of Port Police bsimon@scspa.com
Edward (Butch) Weber VP, Engineering & Facilities bweber@scspa.com
Tate Zeigler
VP, Federal and State Government Strategy tzeigler@scspa.com
MARKETING & SALES TEAM
Byron Miller
Chief Commercial Officer bmiller@scspa.com
Kevin Neller VP, Sales kneller@scspa.com
April Fletcher Manager, Business Analytics afletcher@scspa.com
Gavin Chittick Business Analyst gchittick@scspa.com
Cami McCoy Manager, Executive Office Operations & Customer Support cmccoy@scspa.com
Sue Proffitt Manager, Sales sproffitt@scspa.com
Bob Reinecke Manager, Sales breinecke@scspa.com
Natalie Simpson Manager, Sales nsimpson@scspa.com
Travis Frank Manager, Business Development tfrank@scspa.com
Crew Kosiorek Business Development Coordinator ckosiorek@scspa.com
Emily Peters
Marketing Strategist epeters@scspa.com
ADDITIONAL CONTACTS
Headquarters Front Desk (843) 577-8786
Media (843) 577-8676
Solutions Center (843) 579-4433 SolutionsCenter@scspa.com
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