Logistec has expanded its inland logistics network with the acquisition of Logistics Park Dubuque (LPD), a multimodal marine terminal on the Upper Mississippi River in East Dubuque, Illinois.

The Montreal-based marine terminal and logistics services provider said the acquisition strengthens its reach into the U.S. Midwest and enhances connections between inland waterways, rail and trucking networks serving agricultural, manufacturing and energy supply chains.

“With the addition of LPD to the Logistec network, we are expanding our reach into America’s industrial and agricultural heartland and the U.S. inland waterways,” said Sean Pierce, CEO of Logistec. “This terminal strengthens our ability to serve customers in the Midwest with efficiency and access to emerging markets.”

The 100-acre facility specializes in handling and storing bulk and breakbulk commodities. It offers multimodal connections between barge, rail and truck, including direct rail access via CN and barge access to the Upper Mississippi River. Customers include manufacturers in the agriculture, steel, manufacturing and energy sectors.

Lisha Coffey, president of Travero, said the sale allows the company to focus on its core operations while placing the terminal with an owner experienced in operating logistics terminals.

“Logistec is well-positioned to build on LPD’s momentum and support its long-term growth,” Coffey said.

The acquisition follows Logistec’s recent agreement to purchase IPA Terminal in Altamira, Mexico, further expanding the company’s North American logistics footprint.

Logistec operates a network of 63 ports and 86 terminals across North America, providing bulk, breakbulk and container cargo handling services along with logistics solutions such as trucking and warehousing.