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Echo Global Logistics, Inc. has unveiled the opening of two new Roadtex facilities in Greenville, SC, and Nashville, TN, totaling 50,000 square feet. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and temperature-controlled environments, these facilities aim to enhance logistics operations for various industries, particularly in food and healthcare sectors. This significant expansion strengthens Roadtex’s nationwide presence and operational efficiency, catering to the growing demands of their diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies.
Greenville, SC – Echo Global Logistics, Inc. has announced the opening of two new facilities for its subsidiary, Roadtex, in Greenville, South Carolina, and just outside of Nashville, Tennessee. This expansion is designed to improve the company’s operations and service delivery in diverse industries, significantly enhancing Roadtex’s nationwide footprint.
The newly inaugurated facilities in Greenville and Nashville will collectively add 50,000 square feet of space, equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Key features include advanced temperature-controlled environments suitable for the transportation and storage of products, making these facilities both food-grade and FDA-certified. This upgrade allows Roadtex to cater to a variety of sectors, notably including food and beverage, confectionery, and healthcare, where precise temperature management is crucial.
Frank Hurst, Executive Vice President of Operations, emphasized that the new locations were selected for their strategic logistics advantages. The Greenville facility marks Roadtex’s inaugural site in South Carolina, expanding its reach to new clients in the region. Meanwhile, the Nashville location strengthens an already established presence, optimizing Roadtex’s service capabilities.
With these enhancements, Roadtex aims to improve its operations and meet the increasing demands of their client base, which includes many Fortune 500 companies. The facilities will also contribute to optimizing the company’s business strategies while enhancing its service delivery in growing markets. Roadtex currently provides next-day service to approximately 85% of the U.S. population, showcasing the efficiency and reliability of its logistics solutions.
The expanded capabilities of these facilities include advanced transportation and warehousing features, which are bolstered by newly implemented technologies such as GPS tracking and electronic manifesting systems. This technology allows for real-time monitoring of trailers and temperature-controlled shipments in transit, significantly reducing the risks associated with product loss and ensuring quality integrity.
Roadtex operates a network of 32 food-grade terminals across the United States, with a focus on maintaining high standards in temperature-sensitive transportation. Established in 1922 and recently acquired by Echo Global Logistics in 2022, Roadtex has positioned itself as a leader in the temperature-controlled shipping and warehousing sectors, uniquely qualifying them to serve time-sensitive product shipments.
Echo Global Logistics, headquartered in Chicago, operates more than 60 locations across North America, offering various transportation management solutions. The strategic expansion of Roadtex’s facilities aligns with the company’s overarching goal of providing superior service while adapting to the evolving needs of its clientele across different industries.
In summary, the new Roadtex facilities in Greenville and Nashville are set to enhance the logistics capabilities of Echo Global Logistics, drive growth in the transportation management sector, and reinforce the company’s commitment to service excellence amidst the increasing demands of temperature-sensitive shipments.
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