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Panama Canal Expansion Brings XL Vessels to Charleston

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After the widening of the Panama Canal last year, Charleston expects to see a continued increase in vessels carrying over 14,000 cargo boxes. Jim Newsome, CEO of the State Ports Authority, anticipates even bigger ships in the future. < Click here to learn what products make up 40% of the overall...

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Another Auto Supplier to Set-up Shop in Charleston Metro

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The Charleston Metro has enticed another auto supplier to invest in the area. Stoba, a manufacturer based in Germany, expects to spend $7.7 M and create 61 new jobs at its new 43,000 SF site in Berkeley County. They chose Charleston to be closer to their customers, like Bosch, the proximity to...

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First Ship from Expanded Panama Canal Marks Milestone

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A ship that passed through the newly expanded Panama Canal has made it to Charleston, an 8,500 TEU vessel named the Hanover Bridge. According to the Ports Authority CEO, “We look forward to seeing this larger class of vessels more frequently in our harbor, which offers the depth and capacity...

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