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About Charleston, SC
The Port of Charleston, South Carolina is one of the most efficient and fastest-growing ports on the U.S. East Coast, serving as a vital gateway for both imports and exports in global trade. Operated by the South Carolina Ports Authority, the port includes several terminals Wando Welch, North Charleston, and the newly opened Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal, which specialize in handling containerized cargo, vehicles, and breakbulk goods.
Charleston has strong trade ties with Europe, Asia, and Latin America, importing goods such as electronics, furniture, textiles, and retail products, while exporting U.S. manufactured goods, chemicals, automobiles, paper products, and agricultural commodities.
The port’s strategic location, just inland from the Atlantic, gives it deepwater access for large vessels and proximity to interstates I26 & I95, as well as to CSX and Norfolk Southern rail lines, which connect inland markets and manufacturing hubs across the Southeast and Midwest. Major companies like BMW, Volvo, and Boeing rely on the Port of Charleston for global supply chain operations, making it a crucial node in U.S. logistics and international commerce.
The Port of Charleston, part of the South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA), handled approximately handled around 2.5 million TEUs in fiscal year 2024.
Container Availability
- Eveon maintains a healthy inventory of 20ft, and 40ft shipping containers in Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA. Depending on trucking prices containers can come from either of these depots in peak seasons.
- Peak Season for used containers are related to warmer months (March – July) for construction and land development for onsite storage of tools, materials and equipment also late Fall due (October & November) to store items for holiday shopping and preparation of cooler temps and less active construction. At these times one can expect that there will be a surge in demand and interest.
Container Market Trends in Charleston, SC
Population
The estimated population of the Charleston-North Charleston, SC Metropolitan Statistical Area in 2024 is approximately 870,000 residents. The area ranks as the 71st most populous metropolitan area in the U.S. It's growing about three times faster than the national average at roughly 42 new residents per day.
Major Employers
Joint Base Charleston, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston County School District, The Boeing Company, Roper St. Francis Healthcare, Walmart Inc, and Trident Health System.
Intermodal System and Major Transportation/Logistics Employers
- The Port of Charleston is a crucial component of the region's intermodal system, connecting rail, road, and ocean transport. It is one of the busiest in the United States and supports diverse industries.
- Important interstates and HWYS for the area include I-26, I-95, Hwy 17, I-526, US 78
Imports and Exports
- Exports: In 2024, Charleston, SC was the 20th largest exporter in the United States, with $30.8 billion in exports. Top exports include cars, aircraft parts, ethylene polymers, motor vehicle parts and accessories, and rubber tires.
- Imports: In 2024, Charleston, SC was the 14th largest importer in the United States, with $67.6 billion in imports.
What We Love About Charleston, SC
Home of the 6th largest port in the United States, Charleston, SC is known for its history, beautiful coastal beaches, and southern charm. Often referred to as the “Lowcountry” due to the number of marshes and because much of the area is at sea level, Charleston, SC was a natural fit for the Netherland-based company which is also known as “Neder Land” or Low Land. Just one reason why the Lowcountry is the US Corporate Headquarters for Eveon Containers Inc.
With over $72 billion in imports and exports traded across the docks in Charleston, shipping containers can be seen coming into the city hourly. SC Ports ensures the efficient movement of cargo between South Carolina and global markets, serving as a vital economic engine for the Southeast. Port operations create 1 in 10 S.C. jobs and oversaw the handling of over 2 million 20ft Shipping Containers (TEU) in 2021.
With cargo vessels coming in and out of the harbor daily, it’s no wonder that Charleston’s Container Bar is a downtown favorite among locals and Chief Fun Officer Bill Murray.