The Port of Davisville had a record-breaking month for auto imports in August 2018. The Port received a total of 35,000 vehicles, breaking the previous record from November of 2017 by more than 30%. Throughout the past 20 years, the Port has seen unprecedented growth of over 547%. The Port now handles six times the volume of auto imports than what was received in 1996. 

“We are excited to see the Port of Davisville break yet another import record this past August,” said Steven J. King, Managing Director of the Quonset Development Corporation. “We look forward to the continued growth of auto imports and other industries as we embark on critical upgrades to Pier 2.”

A Top Ten Auto Importer in North America, the Port of Davisville will be positioned for further success with upcoming planned improvements to Pier 2, the “workhouse” of the Port. The ongoing renovation of Pier 2 will be instrumental in increasing the Port’s capacity. The renovations, announced in 2016 by Gov. Gina Raimondo and overwhelmingly approved by voters, include the construction of new steel sheets along the north, south and east faces of the pier and dredging the port to accommodate large ships. These renovations will add new berthing spaces at the Port for unloading cars and other cargo.  

“I am proud of the team effort that has led to tremendous growth at the Port of Davisville,” said Port Director Bob Blackburn. “This record-breaking month is a testament to that team effort, and the broad support of our partners in government.”