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.
Read MoreKevin 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreRenovations at the Port of Savannah's Ocean Terminal have surpassed the halfway mark. The $1.6 billion Georgia Ports Authority project will expand annual container capacity to 1.75 million TEUs, improve truck access, and support the port's long-term growth strategy.
Read MoreThe Georgia Ports Authority is preparing for a strong citrus import season, with volumes expected to rise 15% as new cold-chain infrastructure and expanded global services position the Port of Savannah as a key gateway for perishable cargo.
Read MoreThe Georgia Ports Authority marked its second-busiest year on record in 2025, handling nearly 5.7 million TEUs at the Port of Savannah. Record rail performance, faster vessel-to-train transfers, and ongoing infrastructure investments helped drive growth, while the Port of Brunswick navigated headwinds in global Roll-on/Roll-off trade.
Read MoreThe Blue Ridge Connector inland rail terminal in Gainesville is nearly complete, with operations set to begin later in 2026. Linking Northeast Georgia directly to Savannah’s global shipping network, the terminal will reduce highway congestion, cut emissions, and enhance efficiency for local businesses. Complementary road improvements ensure minimal impact to residents while supporting economic growth and job creation in the region.
Read MoreThe Port of Savannah posted strong growth in September, moving more than 486,000 TEUs—an 8 percent year-over-year increase—and setting a new record for intermodal rail cargo. The Georgia Ports Authority credited efficient operations, record performance at the Appalachian Regional Port, and continued growth through the Mason Mega Rail Terminal. With truck turn times averaging just 32 minutes for single moves and 50 minutes for dual, Savannah continues to deliver industry-leading efficiency as the Southeast’s gateway to global markets.
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