The Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center expansion project has started, aiming to increase freight capacity, attract more customers, and strengthen Rochelle’s position as a vital logistics hub in northern Illinois. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center expansion project has started, aiming to increase freight capacity, attract more customers, and strengthen Rochelle’s position as a vital logistics hub in northern Illinois.

Growing importance of the Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center

The city of Rochelle has launched a multimillion-dollar expansion of the Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center in partnership with Illinois transportation authorities. Local officials and industry leaders gathered to mark the start of this significant infrastructure upgrade.

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Strategically located at the junction of Interstates 88 and 39, and near major rail lines operated by BNSF Railway and Union Pacific, the facility is served by Burlington Junction Railway (BJRY). This positioning offers industries of all sizes direct rail access and efficient freight connections.

Funding and future impact of the Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center

Since opening in 2020 through a joint effort with the Greater Rochelle Economic Development Corporation, the center has handled 1,000 railcars and staged hundreds of shipping containers for multiple customers. Demand for rail-to-truck services and third-party logistics has grown rapidly.

The Illinois Department of Transportation is investing $4.8 million through its freight-rail program to support the expansion. This funding will enhance capacity, attract new businesses, and reinforce Rochelle’s role as a logistics powerhouse in the Midwest.

BJRY’s corporate development principal, Peter Hoth, emphasized that continued growth depends on strong partnerships with customers and Class I railroads. Because the expansion will improve operations, it is expected to benefit both local companies and national freight networks.

Source: www.progressiverailroading.com

FAQ

What is the Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center?

The Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center is a logistics hub in Illinois offering rail-to-truck transloading, direct rail access, and container staging services for businesses of all sizes.

How is the Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center expansion funded?

The Illinois Department of Transportation is providing $4.8 million through its freight-rail program to finance the expansion and enhance freight capacity.

When did the Rochelle Intermodal Transload Center open?

The facility opened in 2020 as a joint project between the city of Rochelle and the Greater Rochelle Economic Development Corporation.

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