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On July 16, South Jersey Ports welcomed 24 high school students participating in the National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI) summer camp, hosted by Rowan University’s CREATES Program (Center for Research & Education in Advanced Transportation Engineering Systems).

Funded through a partnership with the New Jersey Department of Transportation, U.S. Department of Transportation, and the Federal Highway Administration, the two-week program offers students hands-on exposure to the transportation industry—completely free of charge, including on-campus housing and meals.

The group toured Camden Marine Terminals and learned about port operations, marine terminal logistics, and career opportunities in the maritime sector. They also had the unique opportunity to witness active cargo operations, including the Lowlands Angel discharging over 17,000 metric tons of steel at the Balzano Terminal and the PM Hayabusa unloading furnace slag at the Broadway Terminal.

Throughout the program this summer, students get to tour locations and traffic systems not normally accessible to the general public; meet with professional engineers; engage in engineering lab activities to better understand the transportation industry; and engage in social activities and recreation. Some of the planned visits include sites like asphalt plants, DRPA bridges, and the Atlantic City Airport, all experiences designed to inspire the next generation of engineers and transportation professionals.

South Jersey Ports is proud to support educational programs like NSTI and to introduce young people to the vital role maritime commerce plays in our regional economy.

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A 10:4-6, the South Jersey Port Corporation is providing notice that the Board of Directors will hold a special virtual meeting on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 10:00 am EST.

The meeting will be held at the South Jersey Port Corporation offices located in the Ferry Terminal Building, 2 Aquarium Loop Drive, Suite 100, Camden, New Jersey 08103. The meeting is open to the public. A portion of this Special Meeting may be closed to the public. Members of the public may attend the open portion, via Zoom. Those who wish to attend the meeting, via Zoom, may do so through the following link:
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Formal action will be taken during the open portion of this Special Meeting. Members of the public who wish to comment during the public comment portion of this Special Board Meeting will be unmuted or placed on speaker and allowed to enter his or her comment on the record. A non-public private feed will be used by the Board of Directors for the executive session (closed) portion of the meeting, if any.

South Jersey Port Corporation Victoria D’Amico, Board Secretary

CAMDEN, New Jersey — South Jersey Ports announces significant growth in cargo activity through the first quarter of 2025, highlighted by a robust 13.7% year-to-date increase in total tonnage across all terminals. For the month of March alone, South Jersey Ports handled 297,487 short tons (s/tons), marking a 19.5% increase compared to 249,029 s/tons in March 2024.

Breakbulk cargo continued to be a major driver, with 224,746 s/tons moved in March 2025—a 29.6% year-over-year increase. While bulk cargo volume dipped slightly, overall cargo activity remained well above previous levels. Total year-to-date tonnage through March 2025 reached 1,001,017 s/tons, up from 880,592 s/tons in the same period last year.

“Our first quarter numbers reflect the strategic investments we’ve made in infrastructure, workforce, and partnerships,” said Andrew Saporito, Executive Director & CEO of South Jersey Ports. “This growth demonstrates the continuing strength of South Jersey’s port facilities as a vital logistics hub for the region.”

Breakbulk Cargo Led the Surge
Breakbulk cargo volumes at the Balzano and Broadway terminals in Camden played a leading role in the port’s strong performance. Camden terminals handled 260,775 s/tons of steel imports through the first quarter of 2025—a 15.5% increase over the 225,820 s/tons reported for the same time period in 2024. Wood products rose 73.7% to 33,655 s/tons, and cocoa beans rose 71.1% to 14,595 s/tons. Broadway Pier 5 also contributed with a combined 9,838 s/tons of fresh fruits and juice concentrates.

Increased Vessel Traffic
South Jersey Ports’ marine terminals saw a sharp rise in maritime traffic, handling 24 ships in March 2025 compared to 16 in March 2024. Ship days increased from 53 to 69, underlining greater vessel activity and operational throughput.

“This first quarter performance confirms the resilience and versatility of our terminals and partners,” Saporito added. “We are confident in our ability to continue serving as a key gateway for breakbulk, bulk, and specialty cargo on the Eastern