Alaska Marine Lines Launches New Rail Service Dock in Seattle
Alaska Marine Lines (AML) has introduced a new rail dock in Seattle to accommodate an increasing demand for Alaska pollock in destinations throughout the Lower 48 states.
Much of that pollock was previously routed on vessels offloaded in Bayside, New Brunswick, Canada, followed by a short rail trip within Bayside, to connect to truck bound for eastern U.S. destinations. AML officials said the new dock, announced on July 5, offers a reliable and efficient shipping solution for seafood companies in Alaska.
The rail dock is designed to handle transfers from containers to refrigerated rail cars in a streamlined transportation process that enables customers to gain access to intermodal service options, AML officials said.
Craig Morris, chief executive officer of Genuine Alaska Poll...