On Wednesday, April 2nd, the Port of Cleveland marked a significant milestone with the arrival of its first ship of the season. The Polsteam Pile, a newly built vessel (2024), docked at approximately 8:45 a.m., officially kicking off the busy season at the port.

Vice President of Operations and Facilities, Jared Magyar, along with Industrial Fleet & Operations Manager Rick Edberg, were on hand to welcome the vessel’s captain, Janusz Szatanik, and his crew to Cleveland. As part of the warm welcome, Captain Szatanik and the crew were presented with a Cleveland-themed gift box, complete with an assortment of cookies and other sweets to sweeten their arrival.

The Polsteam Pile is making its inaugural visit to Cleveland, marking its first-ever stop at the port and just its second trip to the United States. The vessel is unloading a remarkable 5,580 metric tons of steel, a valuable addition to the local economy. After its stop in Cleveland, the ship will continue its journey, heading to Burns Harbor and then to the Port of Milwaukee.

This marks an exciting start to the season for the Port of Cleveland, highlighting both its important role in global shipping and its ongoing commitment to fostering strong relationships with partners and visitors. The arrival of the Polsteam Pile is just the beginning of what is expected to be a busy and productive year ahead for the port.