GPA deal increases RoRo capacity at Brunswick
The Georgia Ports Authority has inked a 20-year deal with Wallenius Wilhelmsen which will see RoRo capacity at the Port of Brunswick significantly enhanced.
GPA is nearing completion of a US$262 million investment in the port to develop an additional 130 acres (52.6 ha) of RoRo storage and warehousing.
This latest deal with Wallenius Wilhelmsen will help lay the foundation for the overall investment which also includes the construction of a fourth RoRo berth at the Colonel’s Island terminal.
“We’re excited to welcome the additional business to Colonel’s Island Terminal from WW, where we are developing the nation’s premier gateway for all carriers handling autos and heavy machinery,” said GPA president and chief executive Griff Lynch.
“This move is an important part of our two-pillar strategy, which calls for all RoRo cargo to be located in Brunswick, and all container trade in Savannah.”
Wallenius Wilhelmsen now has the ability to perform a variety of services at the port, including assembly, refurbishment and customisations to a variety of different construction, agricultural and mining equipment.
“Our expansion and new long-term commitment in Brunswick strengthen our position as the preferred supply chain partner to North American automotive, equipment and breakbulk customers providing our complete package of market-leading end-to-end logistics services,” said Lasse Kristoffersen, chief executive, Wallenius Wilhelmsen.
GPA is also investing in new dock upgrades and 100,000 sqft (9,290 sqm) warehouse for breakbulk cargo at Mayor’s Point Terminal in Brunswick.
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