# Port of Savannah

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Serving as the primary eastern gateway to the North American continent, the Port of Savannah – operated by the Georgia Ports Authority – ranks among the largest container ports in the United States and is the busiest import terminal on the entire East Coast.

Serving as the primary eastern gateway to the North American continent, the Port of Savannah – operated by the Georgia Ports Authority – ranks among the largest container ports in the United States and is the busiest import terminal on the entire East Coast. Located in Georgia, the port offers direct access to the national rail and highway network, enabling efficient inland distribution to the Midwest and Southeast. Cargo handled includes containerized freight, ro-ro shipments, vehicles, and agricultural products. For shippers seeking alternatives to the more congested ports of New York/New Jersey and Baltimore, Savannah offers competitive inland rates and shorter dray distances to key distribution centers.

**Source:** [https://www.gaports.com](https://www.gaports.com)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
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| Term | Port of Savannah |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 107 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.gaports.com |

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