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PACIFIC NORTHWEST TRADE AND LOGISTICS significant role in delivering seafood to the lower 48 states, handling a large portion of the marine cargo between the two regions. Similarly, approximately 90 % of the goods imported to Alaska come from the PNW.
“ Over the last 50 years, we’ ve built strong relationships and essential expertise with our key partners at the port,” said Chris Rye, vice president of sales at TOTE Maritime Alaska.“ Tacoma provides seamless connections to rail and road networks, facilitating efficient distribution to and from Alaska.
“ We’ ve also been able to invest in better technology and more environmentally innovative operations, including running shore power while in port, building the first industrial rain garden in the Puget Sound, and converting our vessels to dual-fuel LNG- [ liquefied natural gas ] powered technology, greatly improving air quality in the regions we sail.”
Extensive import and export agricultural volumes from the PNW also make it an ideal location for temperature-controlled warehousing. The region is a key piece of temperaturecontrolled logistics provider Lineage Logistics’ network, made up of about 40 warehouses across Washington, Oregon and Idaho. The company is also well-established in the Alaskan seafood market, which Ernest noted is an important part of its business.
“ Seafood and agricultural products, both of which require temperaturecontrolled storage and handling, are among the largest commodities in the region,” Ernest said.“ Our facilities in this region help connect our global network and serve as an important hub for import and export services.”
Lineage has continued to expand its reach in the PNW with the recent acquisition of Bellingham Cold Storage. This move adds three warehouses, totaling approximately 85,000 pallet positions, to Lineage’ s PNW network.
“ Additionally, we now have a presence at ports in Seattle, Tacoma and Bellingham in Washington State, giving our customers many options to consider for their supply chain needs,” Ernest said.
The company has also seen increased demand for USDA-established import houses, which regulate and inspect imported animals and animal-derived materials. Imports of USDA-governed proteins such as beef, pork and poultry have risen, and in response, Lineage has increased its Western Washington portbased network to offer three of these inspection facilities.
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Over its storied history, NWSA has invested heavily in both its infrastructure and partnerships, making it easier for terminal operators, railroads, trucking companies and distribution centers to do business in the PNW.
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