New transload and logistics facility in the works at Port of Prince Rupert

IntermodeX has announced the development of LinX, a transload and logistics facility set to open at the Port of Prince Rupert in early 2027.

Phase 1 of the facility will span more than 30 acres and include a 100-door transloading hub to facilitate trade between North America and the Asia-Pacific region. LinX will be the anchor tenant of the South Kaien Import Logistics Park (SKILP), a joint venture between the Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) and Metlakatla Development Corporation.

“We’re excited to partner with IntermodeX,” said Ryan Leighton, SKILP director. “Their global reach and logistics experience is the cornerstone of SKILP and a springboard for future development.”

PRPA president and CEO Shaun Stevenson said the project aligns with the port’s goals to expand its logistics offerings.

“It is imperative to offer customers robust logistics services including trucking, transloading and rail as we increase our competitiveness and grow container volumes at the Port of Prince Rupert,” Stevenson said. “IntermodeX brings experience, scale and valuable expertise to our fully integrated, intermodal ecosystem.”

The facility is expected to strengthen supply chain resilience by improving connections between Asia and key distribution hubs in Eastern Canada and the U.S. Midwest.

“The Port of Prince Rupert is North America’s closest gateway to Asia, making projects like LinX essential for improving supply chain efficiency and reducing disruptions,” said Matthew May, president of IntermodeX.

Lauren Offenbecher, president of SSA Marine’s conventional division, said Prince Rupert offers significant potential for port diversification.

“Prince Rupert and Canada are key growth markets for our business,” said Offenbecher. “As ocean carriers and cargo owners look to diversify their port options, we see significant potential in Prince Rupert to support this shift and create meaningful opportunities for our clients.”