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South Jersey Port Corporation joins ports around the hemisphere to commemorate National Maritime Day with a ship ‘Sound Off’ May 18-22 to recognize the role of seaports and maritime workers in COVID-19 response and recovery, supply chain continuity & long-term economic stability.

John Lawrie Inc – a top trader of metal piping is the newest tenant at our facilities in Camden. The multi-year lease means more local jobs as the port builds upon the 4 million tons of cargo that it handles annually. Our team is safely transporting the first shipment of steel pipes from the docks to their storage yard to keep the supply chain moving.

In recognition of Earth Day, South Jersey Port Corp. is proud to highlight its investment in eco-friendly clean-engine powered cargo handling equipment:

SOUTH JERSEY PORT IN FULL OPERATION THROUGH PANDEMIC WITH PRUDENCE AND VIGILANCE

“In the midst of this pandemic, our foremost focus is on the health and safety of our employees, customers and the truck drivers, stevedores, longshoremen and tenants who populate our terminals,” Andrew Saporito, CEO and Executive Director of the South Jersey Port Corporation said.

“And, just as importantly, is the health and safety of the residents of our host communities. We are following all recommended health and safety guidelines while ensuring business continuity. We are open and operational.”

South Jersey Port Corporation’s mission is to maintain the global supply chain – vital for the South Jersey and regional economy – while protecting our community from the spread of the virus.

SJPC is doing that with an enhanced sense of prudence and vigilance SJPC’s four marine terminals in Southern New Jersey continue – unabated – in their vital role to the economy of Southern New Jersey and the region.

SJPC is following the recommendations, protocols, and guidelines from the CDC, State of New Jersey, and the US Coast Guard.

SJPC will continue to be prudent in its response to this pandemic and vigilant to whatever changes that may be required to address this threat.