Fox 28 Savannah: Governor, GPA deliver promising outlook for Ga. ports at State of The Ports address
Gov. Brian Kemp visited Savannah Thursday for the first State of The Ports address since 2019. For the 15th year in a row, Savannah is the fastest-growing port in the country.
Griff Lynch, the Georgia Port Authority (GPA) director, said the Megarail and pop-up yard innovations helped clear Savannah's port of ships.
Gov. Kemp said Georgia's business-friendly and efficient operations are bringing in more companies, like furniture company Serena & Lily, to The Peach State. Kemp attributes much of Georgia's business success to the GPA's forward-thinking leadership.
“At a time, as you all know, when the global supply chain saw some of its greatest challenges ever, the GPA rolled up its sleeves and got to work with solutions that kept commerce on the move," said Kemp.
WCJL 22: High-end furniture company hiring for dozens of positions at new Effingham County facility
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday, during his visit to Savannah for the State of the Port Address, that high-end furniture company Serena & Lily will create 75 jobs as they locate their first east coast operation in a 1.2-million square foot distribution facility in Rincon.
Based in Sausalito, Ca., Serena & Lily chose Effingham County for a new $55 million distribution facility located at the Georgia International Trade Center on Highway 21. Hiring will begin this month with additional warehouse associate positions filled by March. Those interested in job opportunities at the facility should visit www.serenaandlily.com/careers/careers.html for more information.
“After comprehensive exploration, we believe Effingham County will be an ideal location for Serena & Lily’s first East Coast distribution center, and look forward to partnering with local, county and state authorities to foster the growth of our brand,” said Sean Connelly, Chief Operating Officer of Serena & Lily. “With its proximity to the Port of Savannah and our East Coast customers, this facility will play an integral role in supporting our infrastructure network to shorten lead times and ultimately enhance our customer experience.”
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