Through the years, Metropolitan Stevedore Co. became known as Metro so in 2008 the decision was made to use Metro Ports as the new brand for the various key operating companies of Wilmington, Calif.-based Nautilus International Holding Corp. Those key companies included Metropolitan Stevedore Co., Southeast Crescent Shipping Co., Southeast Maritime Services LLC (which holds the Savannah International Terminal), and Cape Fear Bulk LLC. In 2011, Texas-based Suderman Contracting Stevedores, Inc. was acquired and recently rebranded at Metro Ports as well.
Nautilus International Holding Corp. Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer James R. Callahan commented on this milestone for the company, “The company has grown from its humble beginnings as a general stevedore, handling bulk and breakbulk cargoes, to a nationally recognized expert not only with these cargoes, but also in Ro/Ro, military, heavy lift/project, containerized shipments, warehousing, and terminal activities.” said Callahan. “Our longevity is a testament to the fact that we are a service company with a strong commitment to our customers to use the best technology and management available. Innovation, adaptation, efficiency and execution have been the hallmarks of Metro Ports during its lengthy history, and those principles will guide us in the challenges and opportunities arising in the 21st century.”
