GREER, S.C.—A 2019 investment of $33 million to construct a new 110,000 square foot cargo facility and 17 acres of apron at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is paying off through increased cargo flights and tonnage to/from the Upstate South Carolina region.
In September 2020, cargo volume at the airport increased by 87% from the same period last year, positioning the airport to set a new cargo handling record in 2020. In fact, GSP is presently ranked as the 20th busiest amongst all U.S. airports for cargo by weight and 22nd when ranked by the cargo’s value. GSP’s annual total trade is valued at $3.08 billion through September 2020.
Aside from domestic cargo operations and overnight package shipments, the airport also routinely handles shipments to and from Germany generated by freight forwarder Senator International on behalf of numerous companies in the region. Through these operations, the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District and its wholly owned Cerulean Aviation division has gained recognition among shippers for the ability to handle unique and expedited freight shipments.
“It is gratifying to see the Airport District’s investment in staff and facilities payoff in such a meaningful way. The Upstate region has seen its advanced manufacturing and logistics sectors expand significantly over the years and we are excited to be a part of that growth,” said Dave Edwards, President and CEO of GSP.
About Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is served by five major airlines transporting nearly 2.6 million passengers each year to their favorite destinations. The airport is also a hub for air cargo, including flights regularly flown to and from Europe, Mexico, and points across the United States. Learn more at gspairport.com.
