Lowe’s Names Georgia Ports Supply Chain Impact Partner of the Year

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Thursday, November 5th, 2026

Georgia Ports was awarded Supply Chain Impact Partner of the Year at the Lowe’s Supply Chain Summit in Charlotte, NC on October 13th, 2026. 

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. is a FORTUNE 100 home improvement company based in Mooresville, NC with fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. 

This award is given in recognition of several areas that differentiated Georgia Ports service: No supply chain disruptions and dependable execution supporting Lowe’s cargo. Supply chain innovation, including customized solutions designed around Lowe’s specific needs. Reliable inland port service, providing consistency and resiliency throughout their network. 

Georgia Ports’ President Kevin Price said, “We look forward to working closely with Lowe’s to ensure we constantly improve their supply chain efficiency at the port and on inland moves.”  
  
Flavio Batista, Georgia Ports’ Chief Commercial Officer added, “We appreciate this award and its reflection on our GPA Team efforts serving one of the nation’s largest home improvement retailers. Our focus has been on Lowe’s day-to-day business, looking for ways to innovate their supply chain and ensure resiliency in their operations.”
 
Georgia Ports salutes Lowe’s leadership for bringing their supply chain vendors together to recognize strong performers and strengthen partnerships that make business flow better. 
 
The Lowe’s award recognition was also announced at GPA’s State of the Port of Savannah event on October 14th to an audience of 1700 people.