JAXPORT’s new rail terminal is up and running
Written by Kyra Senese, Managing Editor
JAXPORT
JAXPORT’s $30 million Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF) has officially opened for business.
The ICTF facilitates on-dock rail service to JAXPORT’s North Jacksonville seaport terminals: the Blount Island Marine Terminal and the TraPac Container Terminal at Dames Point. The direct transfer of containers between vessels and trains speeds up the shipment process, and representatives say shippers will now have access to improved options and efficiencies.
The facility was constructed with $20 million in funding from the state of Florida and $10 million in federal Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery grant funds.
The rail that connects to CSX Transportation’s main line allows for two unit trains per day. Ceres Rail Services manages the terminal’s daily operations.
The ICTF is one of many major capital projects at JAXPORT intended to serve global cargo customers, increase efficiency and contribute to Northeast Florida’s economy.
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