THE ports of Wilmington and Morehead City, North Carolina, contribute US$15.4 billion to the state's economy every year, according to a 2018 Economic Impact Study conducted by the Institute for Transportation Research and Education at North Carolina State University.
This contribution results from goods moving through the ports, with $12.9 billion attributed to Wilmington and $2.5 billion to Morehead City, reports the American Journal of Transportation.
Said state Transportation Secretary Jim Trogon: 'This study is a testament of NC Ports' commitment to driving business to North Carolina and fructifying our economy.'
Said North Carolina Ports chairman Robert Wicker: 'The authority's outstanding and hardworking employees are all dedicated to growing business and meeting NC Ports' mission to enhance the economy of North Carolina.'
WORLD SHIPPING
This contribution results from goods moving through the ports, with $12.9 billion attributed to Wilmington and $2.5 billion to Morehead City, reports the American Journal of Transportation.
Said state Transportation Secretary Jim Trogon: 'This study is a testament of NC Ports' commitment to driving business to North Carolina and fructifying our economy.'
Said North Carolina Ports chairman Robert Wicker: 'The authority's outstanding and hardworking employees are all dedicated to growing business and meeting NC Ports' mission to enhance the economy of North Carolina.'
WORLD SHIPPING