RSI Logistics to Operate Norfolk Southern Thoroughbred Bulk Terminal in Spartanburg SC

RSI Logistics Inc. (RSI) through its bulk terminal division, RSI Leasing Inc. has been awarded the operations of Norfolk Southern’ s (NS) Spartanburg SC Thoroughbred Bulk Terminals™ (TBT).

The Spartanburg TBT is located 5 minutes from Interstates I-85, I-585 and I-26. The terminal is ideally positioned within 200 miles of Atlanta GA, Charlotte NC, Augusta GA and Columbia SC markets. The facility possesses 140 rail car spots and receives daily switching from the Norfolk Southern. The terminal currently handles various commodities including Ethanol, Plastics and other dry and liquid chemicals, including food-grade products.

The terminal has a designated area for spill containment and possesses a manifold system for the safe and efficient transloading of ethanol. From an equipment standpoint, the TBT offers rail car steam service, stationary food-grade air compressors, pumps, conveyors, and a certified scale.

RSI’s Sr Vice President, Kelley Minnehan stated, “RSI is excited to have been selected by the Norfolk Southern to operate the Spartanburg TBT. Spartanburg will be a welcomed addition to the other fifteen terminals that RSI operates on behalf of the NS. We value our relationship with the NS and will continue to meet the high safety and service standards that the NS expects”.

About Norfolk Southern TBT
NS’s Thoroughbred Bulk Transfer terminals are specialized facilities that allow customers to transfer a large array of commodities between rail cars and trucks. TBT terminals are on property owned or licensed by Norfolk Southern. Many TBT terminals have specific attributes to safely handle food-grade and hazardous commodities. For detailed facility information, please visit www.nscorp.com/distributionservices 

About RSI Logistics
RSI is a premier materials handler, that operates 23 facilities across the United States. RSI handles products ranging from bulk food to hazardous chemicals — efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively. The commitment to anticipating and meeting the requirements of our customers has made RSI a leader in the industry for over 30 years. RSI also provides rail-centric web-based solutions and rail logistics services. For more information, please visit www.rsilogistics.com.