Ray-Mont Logistics, a fully integrated logistics company, plans to establish logistics operations in North Charleston, South Carolina. The investment of more than $ 16 million is expected to create 85 new jobs.
Located on 1000 Remount Road in North Charleston, Ray-Mont Logistics’ new facility will increase the company’s logistical capacity and capabilities to better serve its customers. The new installation is expected to be completed in the spring of 2021.
“Ray-Mont Logistics is proud to partner with the South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) and the state of South Carolina with the establishment of this new facility, which is the latest terminal expansion venture in the United States. Port of Charleston and the main advantages it brings to the North American supply chain will serve to complement our existing facilities, providing a strategic portal to reach major global markets for exporters. We are honored to join the Charleston community, and through investments and job creation over the years to come, Ray-Mont Logistics is committed to providing more economic growth and generating new career opportunities for citizens in the community, ”said Charles Raymond, CEO of Ray-Mont Logistics.
The Economic Development Coordinating Council approved job development credits related to this project. Charleston County also received a $ 750,000 Set-Aside grant to help with costs related to this project.
“Logistics companies are at home in South Carolina. Ray-Mont Logistics’ new facilities in Charleston County will help a variety of industries export products around the world and succeed in a globally competitive market,” said the Secretary of Trade Bobby Hitt.
Established in 1992 in Montreal, Canada, Ray-Mont Logistics acts as a one-stop shop for a variety of logistical needs and enhances the customer experience on a global scale.
“Ray-Mont Logistics’ mission to facilitate international trade by improving the container supply chain is a welcome addition to South Carolina’s export transportation industry. SC Ports hopes to partner with Ray-Mont Logistics for through our reliable operations, large capacity and large capacity vessels in the port of Charleston, ”noted SC Ports President and CEO Jim Newsome.