DB Schenker, a global leader in supply chain management and logistics, has introduced a new video series spotlighting the Port of Savannah. Curated for logistics professionals and businesses, the series emphasizes the port's strategic role in the global trade landscape.
Flavio Batista, Chief Commercial Officer of the Georgia Ports Authority, outlines the port’s pivotal role as a central hub linking ocean carriers to the U.S. Southeast region and beyond. Batista highlights the port’s strategic location, unparalleled connectivity, and commitment to growth, which sets it apart from other ports. He emphasizes the port’s significant contributions to the regional economy, noting its influence on the logistics and supply chain sectors.
Javier Díaz De León, Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta, discusses the Port of Savannah’s role in enhancing trade relations between Mexico and the U.S. He underscores that the port serves as a cornerstone of the Southeast region’s economy, benefitting local communities by creating jobs and fostering sustainable growth.
Rosaline Kwan, Consul General for Canada in Southeast USA, reflects on the integrated supply chains between Canada and the U.S. She highlights the port’s importance in facilitating trade, noting that over 800 vessels have traveled between Savannah and Canadian ports in recent years. Kwan also touches on the critical role of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in strengthening North American trade relations.
Leigh Ryan, Vice President of the World Trade Center in Savannah, highlights the port’s impact on local and regional businesses. Ryan states that the Port of Savannah provides unparalleled access to international markets and collaborates closely with the World Trade Center Savannah to support businesses in their international trade efforts.
The complete series of interviews is available on DB Schenker’s LinkedIn page, offering valuable insights for logistics professionals and businesses. Featured interviewees include Rosaline Kwan, Leigh Ryan, Flavio Batista, and Javier Diaz de Leon. The series provides a comprehensive view of the Port of Savannah’s strategic significance in global logistics.
