Charleston Port Plans Ro/Ro Terminal Development at Former WestRock Site
The South Carolina Ports Authority board has approved a design project to explore converting a 210-acre parcel adjacent to the North Charleston Terminal into a dedicated roll-on/roll-off (ro/ro) vehicle processing and handling facility. This initiative aims to expand the port's…
The South Carolina Ports Authority (SC Ports) board of directors recently voted to approve a design project focused on transforming a portion of a 210-acre property, formerly owned by WestRock, into a roll-on/roll-off (ro/ro) vehicle processing and handling facility. This site is strategically located next to the existing North Charleston Terminal.
This development signifies SC Ports' intention to enhance its capacity for handling vehicle shipments, a growing segment of international trade. The approval of the design project is the initial step in determining the feasibility and specific layout required for a modern car carrier operation.
For freight forwarders and logistics professionals, this development could lead to increased ro/ro capacity and potentially more efficient vehicle logistics options through the Port of