Port of Savannah Ocean Terminal Renovation Reaches 55% Completion

Renovations 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.

Savannah Container Trade 2.5 Percent Lower Through April

The Georgia Ports Authority reported softer container volumes in April as customers continue navigating higher operating costs and shifting market conditions, while major long-term expansion projects continue advancing in Savannah and Brunswick. Highlights include the opening of the new Gainesville Inland Port, ongoing berth and infrastructure improvements at Ocean Terminal and Colonels Island, and the reappointment of GPA’s board officers as the Authority moves forward with its $5 billion growth strategy.

GPA’s Gainesville Inland Port Set for May Opening

Georgia Ports Authority’s new Gainesville Inland Port is set to open May 4, 2026, delivering direct rail connectivity between Northeast Georgia manufacturers and the Port of Savannah. Designed to reduce congestion, improve efficiency, and support long-term growth, the $134 million facility is part of GPA’s broader multi-billion-dollar infrastructure investment shaping the future of freight movement across the state.

Georgia Ports Authority Announces Leadership Transition Plan with Kevin Price

The Georgia Ports Authority has named Kevin Price as incoming President effective July 1, 2026, with a planned transition to President and CEO in mid-2027. A seasoned terminal operations executive, Price will work alongside CEO Griff Lynch over the next 18 months to ensure continued growth and leadership continuity at Georgia’s ports.

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Port of Savannah Achieves Second Busiest Year Ever

The 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.

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Blue Ridge Connector 95 Percent Complete

The 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.

Georgia Ports and Seaboard Marine Strengthen Latin America and Caribbean Trade Connectivity

Georgia Ports Authority has announced the return of Seaboard Marine’s direct, weekly service to and from Savannah, enhancing trade connectivity between the U.S. Southeast, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The service delivers reliable transit times, improved schedule integrity, and expanded access to key markets including Colombia, the Caribbean, and transshipment connections to the West Coast of South America.

Port of Savannah - Nation’s Busiest for Cotton Shipments

A manufacturing boom in the Indian subcontinent and Mediterranean is driving increased demand for cotton exports shipped through Savannah.