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OOCL Iris Becomes Largest Containership To Call At Port Of Charleston
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Image Credits: South Carolina Ports<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Port of Charleston has welcomed its largest-ever containership, the OOCL Iris, setting a new record with its 16,868 TEU capacity.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

The port boasts the deepest harbour on the U.S. East Coast at 52 feet, enabling vessels to dock<\/a> at any time, regardless of tides.<\/p>\n

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\u2019s ability to accommodate mega-ships.<\/p>\n

Officials say that SC Ports\u2019 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.<\/p>\n

The OOCL Iris, delivered in December 2024, is part of a new class of 10 NeoPanamax containerships introduced by the Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL).<\/p>\n

The vessel built at the Nantong COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co. (NACKS) shipyard, is a next generation of efficient and environmentally friendly containerships.<\/p>\n

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#SCPorts<\/a> proudly welcomed the OOCL Iris to the Wando Welch Terminal Tuesday, setting a new record for the largest vessel to call the Port of Charleston, at 16,828 TEUs.<\/p>\n

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\u2014 South Carolina Ports (@SCPorts) February 18, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n