Manitoulin Transport opens new Alberta terminal

ACHESON, Alta. – Manitoulin Transport celebrated the opening of its new 100,000-square-foot terminal in Acheson, Alta. yesterday.

The terminal, described as one of the largest transportation facilities in Western Canada, increases shipping capacity for Manitoulin Transport and provides its customers with access to a full suite of transportation services.

“We’re thrilled to open this major new terminal in Acheson,” said Gord Smith, president and CEO of Manitoulin Transport. “This is the latest of a number of major investments Manitoulin Transport has made in recent years in western Canada and demonstrates our commitment to the region. Not only does this new terminal position Manitoulin for future growth in the west, we believe it also helps position Alberta businesses to become more competitive through improved connections across Canada and the rest of the world.”

Manitoulin Transport’s two existing terminals in Edmonton have been consolidated into the new facility and all incumbent personnel have transferred to the new premises at 402-53114 Range Road 262, Acheson Industrial Area. It includes a terminal and garage building, including a large freezer and cooler area, situated on 30 acres of land. The extensive property enables over-dimensional shipments to be staged and maneuvered with ease. The cross-dock terminal has 80 dock doors enabling faster and more efficient loading and unloading of shipments. This investment will serve as a springboard for future developments, such as additional service coverage, in order to accommodate customers’ constantly evolving needs.

At the opening, Alberta transportation minister Luke Ouellette said it is gratifying to see this kind of private investment in Alberta.

“Clearly, Manitoulin Transport recognizes the business opportunities and potential for growth in the region and is positioning itself to serve its customers as they grow,” he said.