Golf Day Is Almost Here: Join the Savannah Traffic Club at Crosswinds September 17

The countdown is on for the 2026 Savannah Traffic Club Scholarship Golf Tournament Presented by CCM. With nearly 100 golfers expected, there’s still time to register a team, become a sponsor and support STC’s annual scholarship program.

Georgia Ports’ Economic Impact Reaches $181 Billion, Supporting More Than 605,000 Jobs

A new University of Georgia study finds Georgia’s ports support more than 605,000 jobs, $44 billion in annual income and $181 billion in statewide economic activity.

Port of Savannah exports up 8 percent in July

Port of Savannah exports climbed nearly 8% in July, while strong inland rail performance and efficient terminal operations continued to reinforce Georgia’s position as a key gateway for global trade.

JOY Marketing LLCAugust 11, 2026Georgia Ports AuthorityGPA

CCM Named Presenting Sponsor of the STC Scholarship Golf Tournament

The Savannah Traffic Club is proud to welcome CCM as the Presenting Sponsor of the 2026 Scholarship Golf Tournament. CCM's generous support will help fund scholarships for students pursuing careers in transportation, logistics, supply chain, maritime, warehousing, and manufacturing.

Susan Gardner promoted to CIO at Georgia Ports

The Georgia Ports Authority has promoted Susan Gardner to Chief Information Officer. A veteran port operations leader with more than 30 years of industry experience, Gardner will oversee the Authority's technology strategy and systems as GPA continues its $5 billion infrastructure expansion and focuses on delivering industry-leading service.

JOY Marketing LLCJuly 30, 2026Georgia Ports AuthorityGPA, Susan Gardner

Port of Savannah volumes up 18% in June

The Port of Savannah closed fiscal year 2026 with a strong June, handling 483,684 twenty-foot equivalent container units—an 18% increase from June 2025. Georgia Ports Authority also highlighted new inland rail capacity and major roadway improvements designed to move freight more efficiently and reduce truck traffic in Savannah-area neighborhoods.

Kevin Price Begins Role as President of Georgia Ports Authority

Kevin Price officially assumed the role of President of the Georgia Ports Authority on July 1, 2026. With more than 30 years of port operations experience, Price is set to become President and CEO in August 2027 as part of the Authority's leadership transition.

Brampton Road Connector Opens July 16, Improving Freight Access to the Port of Savannah

The Georgia Department of Transportation will open the Brampton Road Connector on July 16, creating a direct highway connection between the Port of Savannah and Interstate 16. The new corridor improves freight mobility, reduces neighborhood truck traffic, and enhances roadway safety.