North Carolina Benefits

The National Gateway delivers nearly $650 million of public benefits to North Carolina:

• Over 1 million ton reduction in carbon dioxide emissions
• $40 million savings in highway maintenance costs
• $200 million savings in logistics costs

Expansion of the Charlotte intermodal terminal as part of the National Gateway will bring new economic opportunities and many jobs to the state, as well as augment the Port of Wilmington's ability to handle goods going to and coming from world markets. The new Northwest Ohio Terminal Facility and double-stack clearances will improve existing intermodal service and expand freight shipping options between North Carolina and Midwest markets.