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the ground and benefit from direct access to our world-class port system ,” Melvin said . “ We deliver reliable port service , a strong intermodal network and future capacity to support growth .”
Groundbreaking on cold storage facilities has given a boost to retailers ’ supply chains , further strengthening the region ’ s cold chain capabilities . The Port of Charleston ’ s loaded refrigerated cargo business has grown 110 % since 2011 .
Growth in these sectors has come during a time of increased US import volumes at ports along the East and West coasts , which has led to importers consolidating containerized freight near ports to better manage the flow of goods inland .
The Port of Charleston extends its reach inland with direct , daily rail service to Inland Ports Greer and Dillon , strategically located to speed goods to consumers in the interior market .
As both inland ports continue to diversify their cargo bases and post year-over-year increases in rail moves , SC Ports is expanding Inland Port Greer to meet cargo demands through 2040 . A recent $ 30 million expansion project added 9,000 feet of new rail and expanded the container yard to handle 50 % more cargo .
“ South Carolina ’ s economy is prospering , and we must continue to invest in our world-class port system to support the companies investing in our state .”
Progress continues at SC Ports ’ Navy Base Intermodal Facility , a near-dock railyard that will further enhance the port ’ s intermodal capabilities .
Six rail-mounted gantry cranes will move cargo onto trains headed for the state ’ s inland ports and to markets in the Southeast and Midwest . The facility will have capability for up to 1 million rail lifts and be able to handle 14,000-foot trains .
“ This state-of-the-art facility strengthens supply chain resiliency and makes our port more competitive ,” Melvin said . “ By continuing to make bold investments , we help existing port-dependent businesses and make room for new business to utilize our port infrastructure .”
This year , SC Ports set the stage to more than double the size of its North Charleston Terminal by purchasing the former WestRock paper mill site , which sits adjacent to the property . The additional 280 acres will give SC Ports the capacity to handle 5 million containers , create 5,000 feet of linear berth space for container ships and allow for approximately 400 acres of cargo space on terminal .
“ South Carolina ’ s economy is prospering , and we must continue to invest in our world-class port system to support the companies investing in our state ,” Melvin said . “ This is an incredible opportunity to enhance our high-performing North Charleston Terminal with renewed capacity to handle future growth .”
With plans in place to modernize the terminal by optimizing its layout , upgrading cargo-handling equipment and adding significant container capacity ,
Working to be your chassis partner of choice
As the largest provider of container chassis to the US intermodal industry , Direct ChassisLink , Inc . ( DCLI ) has pioneered the exit of ocean carriers from the chassis business since its founding in 2009 . The business has generated consistent growth through expansion , acquisition and innovation . DCLI owns , leases and manages approximately 130,000 marine chassis and 152,000 domestic chassis at over 400 locations on or near key port facilities , depots and intermodal hubs across the country .
Since 2009 , DCLI has worked to transform the way that chassis work within the intermodal supply chain with a focus on equipment quality , operational efficiency and delivering a great driver experience . To that end , a number of different chassis procurement options are available to best suit its customers ’ books of business .
The Direct ChassisLink Pools provide daily usage of a variety of marine chassis equipment types available for pick up at start / stop locations across the country at competitive per-day rates . The Direct ChassisLink Leasing solution gives customers longerterm access to chassis equipment configured to their exact requirements . Customers can model a custom lease quote on the DCLI website .
DCLI ’ s newest product , Direct ChassisLink Reserve , is currently available from its Navy Way location near the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and will expand to four additional locations this year . This private chassis pool option gives customers reservationbased access to high-quality , upgraded chassis equipment and guarantees chassis availability for their committed volume levels , ensuring they have wheels ready and waiting for every move .
With all of these chassis procurement options available , DCLI ’ s ultimate goal is to be the industry ’ s chassis partner of choice . To learn more , please visit www . dcli . com .
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