Global Partners
India
India, GPA’s Fastest Growing Trading Partner
“Georgia Ports is proud to support trade growth in India, which is making historic investments in its supply chain infrastructure amid its growing population and workforce. We are excited to strategically grow our trade partnership together over the next several years.” – GPA President and CEO Griff Lynch
KEY FACTS
Growth
For overall trade, no major GPA trading partner grew faster in percentage terms than India (+67%) in past 5 years.
Exports/Imports
India was GPA's 2nd largest export market in CY24. GPA's India imports grew nearly 20% in CY24 year-over-year.
Volume
India now ranks as Savannah’s third largest trading partner in volume, behind China and Vietnam.
Market Share
India’s share of GPA's total trade grew from 4.6% in CY 20 to 7.1% in CY 24.
Ranking
Savannah is the second largest U.S. port for India trade, and handles 22% of India trade via U.S. East Coast ports.
Location
India trade favors the U.S. East Coast. Even after Suez diversions, Savannah remains 3-5 days faster than the West Coast to Dallas, Chicago, and Memphis, among many other destinations.
Infrastructure
India is making massive public and private investments in infrastructure of nearly $100 billion in port projects in coming years.
Demographics
The median age is 28 in India vs. 39 in China. India has surpassed China to become the world’s most populous nation.
Economy
India is the world’s fastest growing major economy and likely to become the third largest by 2030.
Top 5 Commodities Exported from Savannah to India in 2024
- Wood Pulp 12,900 TEUs
- Resins & Rubber 11,600 TEUs
- Logs & Lumber 9,300 TEUs
- Paper & Paperboard 9,200 TEUs
- Iron & Steel 8,600 TEUs
Top 5 Commodities Imported from India to Savannah in 2024
- Rugs, Sheets, Towels & Blankets 32,000 TEUs
- Machinery, Appliances & Electronics 19,000 TEUs
- Minerals 17,800 TEUs
- Automotive 16,400 TEUs
- Hardware & Houseware 15,200 TEUs
