OOCL Iris Becomes Largest Containership To Call At Port Of Charleston
The Port of Charleston has welcomed its largest-ever containership, the OOCL Iris, setting a new record with its 16,868 TEU capacity.
The vessel arrived at the Wando Welch Terminal on February 18, 2025, surpassing the previous record set by CMA CGM Marco Polo in May 2021, which had a 16,022 TEU capacity.
The port boasts the deepest harbour on the U.S. East Coast at 52 feet, enabling vessels to dock at any time, regardless of tides.
Additionally, SC Ports is nearing completion of a critical toe wall infrastructure project at Wando Welch Terminal. Once finished, this will allow the berth to maintain a 54-foot depth, enhancing the port’s ability to accommodate mega-ships.
Officials say that SC Ports’ expansion efforts include nearly $3 billion in investments to modernise port infrastructure, increase cargo capacity, and develop rail systems. These improvements aim to streamline logistics and enhance global trade connections.
The OOCL Iris, delivered in December 2024, is part of a new class of 10 NeoPanamax containerships introduced by t…
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