Authorities at the Port of Everett have commenced construction on a new rail line, strengthening multimodal links for freight forwarders transporting breakbulk via the deepwater hub.

The US$3.4 million project is the second phase of the port commission’s terminal rail enhancement strategy which will increase the on-terminal rail footprint from 9,200 lineal feet to 12,500 lineal feet, and is slated for completion in November.

Located 25 miles north of Seattle , the natural deepwater port specializes in handling over-dimensional, high value cargoes for the construction and manufacturing industries. It has strong links with the local aerospace industry transporting parts for 747, 767, 777 and soon to be 777X jetliners.

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