SC Ports reports FY25 volume growth, record rail moves

South Carolina Ports finished fiscal-year 2025 on June 30 with "record" rail moves and steady container volume growth, port officials said yesterday.

The ports handled 2.6 million 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in FY2025, up 3% from 2024. Goods moved via rail between the Port of Charleston and SC Ports' two rail-served inland ports Greer and Dillon were up 4% in the fiscal year, SC Ports officials said in a press release.

Railed cargo is an area of growth for SC Ports. Inland Port Greer had a record FY25 with 205,523 total rail moves, up nearly 10% from FY24. The rail-served inland port broke 200,000 rail moves in a year for the first time. This highlights the importance of its recently completed expansion, which doubled its cargo capacity. Meanwhile, Inland Port Dillon volume remained steady in FY25, with 33,838 rail moves.

“South Carolina Ports and our maritime community operate a well-run port with quick access to the U.S. Southeast market, benefitting mega retailers, advanced manufacturers, refrigerated goods shippers, farmers and small businesses,” SC Ports President and CEO Barbara Melvin said.

The Port of Charleston offers daily service through CSX and Norfolk Southern Railway. CSX provides rail service to Inland Port Dillon, while NS offers service to Inland Port Greer.