Congratulations to the 2024 Cold Chain Summit Pioneer Award recipient: Lewis Nursery and Farms/ American Blueberries! The team at Lewis Nursery and Farms and it's marketing arm American Blueberries recently secured USDA APHIS certification for their cold treatment facility in Rocky Point. This has opened the door to new fresh opportunities in Wilmington.
You can read more here: ncports.com/about-the-ports/news/newly-certified-cold-treatment-facility-to-boost-fresh-produce-i...
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10 hours ago
It's officially Cold Chain Summit day! This year, more than 350 people registered to attend which is a RECORD.
What started as a small Protein Summit has evolved into an emerging industry event with international attendance. This year, we hope attendees walk away more informed about all the ways to Unlock Cold Value, especially here in North Carolina. Our state is your home for best-in-class reefer shipping, and the NC Ports team continues to make improvements to support your cold chain needs.
Watch the overview video that kicked off our Cold Chain Summit this morning:
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14 hours ago
This week, North Carolina Ports team members Jake Berry and Andrew Cannata are attending High Point Market Authority's Spring Market to connect with thousands of industry professionals. The High Point Market is a premier home furnishings event and is known for being the place where the latest styles, trends and products are introduced.
Home furnishings move fast at the Port of Wilmington. We keep world-class tables, sofas and chairs flying through the heart of North Carolina’s High Point region and across the globe. You can learn more about our competitive advantage here: ncports.com/furniture/#more-information
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3 days ago
The Port of Morehead City is flexing its breakbulk muscles. Wind turbine blades for Vestas, a global leader in sustainable energy solutions, have been moving through our general cargo terminal since mid-March. These blades will unlock additional onshore wind energy in the United States, paving the way for a more sustainable tomorrow.
You can learn more about our cargo handling capabilities here: ncports.com/port-capabilities/cargo-handling/
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1 week ago