General Info

The South Carolina State Ports Authority, also known as SCSPA, owns and operates public marine terminals at various port facilities. Founded in 1942, the agency provides assistance with the economic development by fostering and stimulating the waterborne commerce and shipment of freight operations. Its personnel offer services to operate dockside container cranes and yard equipment. The South Carolina State Ports Authority provides long-term vehicle storage solutions for cruise passengers vehicles. The agency operates several specialty handling facilities for metals, cement, chemicals, aggregates and forest products. It assists to access covered and open storage rail tracks. In addition, the South Carolina State Ports Authority maintains a fleet of cargo handling equipment. The agency offers a range of ocean carrier services including port pair, deployment and transit operations.