With the continuing diversification of U.S. retail shipping strategies, Savannah's extensive portfolio of all-water express services is giving rise to Savannah’s recognition as “America’s Retail Port”.  While an increasing number of retail names you'll recognize are choosing Savannah for the location of high-volume import distribution centers, quality, affordable Indian goods are at the top of their list.  Retail giants such as Wal-Mart, Kmart/Sears, Dollar Tree, Ikea, Pier I Imports, and The Home Depot are among some of Savannah’s biggest fans. In fact, 20 Savannah-area distribution centers combine to generate over 500,000 TEUs annually. 

When days or even hours can be the difference between markdowns and market share, Savannah is India’s strategic gateway to 80% of the U.S. population.  Atlanta, for example, is less than 4 hours by interstate from Garden City Terminal's gates, while markets such as Orlando and Charlotte are less than 5 hours by truck. Looking for even further penetration into the U.S. heartland?  Chicago and Dallas are an easy 2-day drive.

With an on-terminal intermodal container transfer facility providing overnight rail service to Atlanta, inland destinations such as Charlotte and Orlando are within 2 days of the terminal, while Chicago and Dallas are conveniently located within 3 to 4 days of Savannah by rail. From the room to build and grow to a clear vision of the port's future, be sure to download the items found in this section for a convincing look at why retailers and ocean carriers alike believe the Port of Savannah is faster to market and better for business. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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