TexAmericas Center’s $3.15M Rail Expansion: Texas Logistics Boost

Introduction

TexAmericas Center, a mixed-use industrial park, has invested $3.15 million in its logistics and infrastructure, including the acquisition of two new locomotives. The project, announced on August 14, 2025, aims to enhance rail services within the 12,000-acre industrial park located on the Texas side of the Texarkana metropolitan area.

Locomotive Acquisition

TexAmericas Center acquired two new locomotives as part of a $3.15m investment. The need for new locomotives arose following the acquisition of a railcar storage business in 2021, which brought with it two outdated locomotives and an increasing demand for rail services. These new locomotives will serve industries reliant on heavy commodities and long-distance transport.

Funding and Project Details

Funding for this project includes a $1.5m Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) from the Texas Military Preparedness Commission (TMPC). The new locomotives will facilitate in-house rail movement, thereby supporting a broader range of tenant activities. The enhanced power and flexibility of the locomotives are anticipated to assist tenants, including Spring Creek Holdings, in expanding their transload service offerings and connecting to larger markets, while also reducing delivery times.

Infrastructure Expansion

TexAmericas Center is planning further rail expansions, including new track on the south end of East Campus, additional spurs, and the development of sit yards. These expansions are designed to enhance capacity and flexibility for tenants.

Executive Comments

TexAmericas Center CEO and executive director Scott Norton said: “The support we received from the TMPC through the DEAAG program was instrumental in accelerating this investment. “Their partnership not only helped us move quickly but also allows us to enhance regional logistics capabilities, including those supporting the Red River Army Depot. We’re deeply grateful for their continued commitment to economic development in defence communities like ours.”

Conclusion

TexAmericas Center, which features a 350-car rail yard with over 30 miles of rail infrastructure, is expanding its rail capacity and infrastructure. The center provides services including transloading, rail car storage, and spotting and has been recognized as one of only 32 sites in the US to be included in Union Pacific’s Focus Sites Programme.

Company Summary

TexAmericas Center: A mixed-use industrial park in the US, encompassing 12,000 acres with 3.5 million square feet of commercial and industrial property. The center offers various rail services, including transloading and rail car storage.

Spring Creek Holdings: A tenant of TexAmericas Center.

Texas Military Preparedness Commission (TMPC): Provided a $1.5m Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) to TexAmericas Center for the project.