Silvi Cement, a division of Silvi Materials, is expanding its cementitious materials distribution network with a new import terminal at the Port of Morehead City.
The new terminal will include two 100,000-ton domes for Type I/II low-alkali cement and Grade 120 slag, along with 24/7 truck loading capabilities and direct rail loadout. While the new terminal is under construction, Silvi has opened a temporary cement rail loadout facility (now fully operational for pickup and delivery) which will be supplied by Silvi Materials’ flagship terminal in Bristol, Pennsylvania—one of the largest cement import terminals in North America.
Silvi Materials serves a broad and growing customer base across the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and Southeast.
“This significant investment underscores Silvi’s commitment to our growing region and market,” said Brian E. Clark, Executive Director, North Carolina Ports. “Once complete, the new import terminal will enhance the supply chain for construction materials throughout the Southeast while supporting job creation and overall economic vitality in Morehead City and beyond.”
“Our expansion into Morehead City marks an exciting new chapter for Silvi Cement and represents a significant investment in the region,” said Laurence J. Silvi II, Co-President of Silvi Materials. “We’re proud to collaborate with NC Ports on this important project and bring new jobs and economic opportunity to the community. The Morehead City terminal will increase the reliability and reach of our cement supply throughout the Southeast, and we look forward to supporting the continued growth of this rapidly developing market.”
The new bulk cement terminal will handle at least five times the volume of the Port of Morehead City’s current cement operations, while also making the process cleaner and more efficient. The enclosed domes expand storage capacity and modernize the cement import system by providing a more environmentally friendly, contained operation.
Silvi’s new cement import terminal is expected to open in 2027.