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How SC Ports is creating new jobs beyond the coast

See how it’s making a difference for local businesses and communities in the Midlands.

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Fun fact: At 52 feet, Charleston Harbor is now the deepest harbor on the East Coast.

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South Carolina Ports isn’t just moving cargo — it’s driving our entire state forward, creating billions in economic impact and hundreds of thousands of high-paying jobs.

Each year, SC Ports pumps $87 billion into our state’s economy, including $22.3 billion right here in the Midlands. Plus, the port system supports 1 in 9 jobs across South Carolina.

As the No. 8 container port in the country, SC Ports makes our state a magnet for businesses looking to invest and grow, creating even more opportunities for South Carolinians.

Or, as SC Ports CEO Barbara Melvin says, “We’re a port for the entire state, and you can see that impact in every region with new investment and high-paying jobs.”

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