NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The new South Carolina Ports Authority president emphasized his goals toward growth amidst a challenging projected few months ahead in his first ‘state of the port’ address on Tuesday.

South Carolina Ports Authority President and CEO Michah Mallace was appointed to lead the port on Oct. 6. He spoke about his plans to shift momentum away from long-cycle infrastructure and towards strengthening their cargo base as well as prioritizing opportunities for immediate growth.

Companies invested more than $8 billion in new and existing businesses in South Carolina in the last year. Port customers invested more than $786 million in new and expanding manufacturing facilities and distribution centers. Alongside those wins come challenging months ahead.

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