Tristar Companies

Groundbreaking Marks Expansion for TriStar Transload PNW at Port of Vancouver USA

Vancouver, Washington - Tristar Transload PNW has begun construction for expanded operations at the Port of Vancouver, USA, on its new 12-acre site bordered by Lower River Road and Gateway Avenue in the northwest corner of Terminal 4 at Parcel 1C.

Turning the traditional spade of dirt at a groundbreaking ceremony on March 22 were President Peter Howe and Vice President Burke Rice, of TriStar Transload PNW; Port Commissioners Nancy Baker, Bob Moser and Arch Miller, and Port Executive Director Larry Paulson. The event was symbolic of the close partnership shared by the Port and TriStar Transload PNW since the company moved to the Port of Vancouver, USA. Tapani Underground, Inc. of Battle Ground is serving as general contractor for the project.

“The port was instrumental in helping us relocate to Vancouver 2½ years ago in a very short time frame,” said Howe. “They continue to demonstrate their commitment to customer service as we work together to move our facility to a larger site.”

TriStar Transload PNW began its operations at the Port on a three-acre site at the northeast corner of Terminal 2, north of the grain elevator. The company transloads finished lumber and a variety of other products from truck to rail for the building materials industry. They ship product to destinations throughout the United States. In less than three years, TriStar had expanded its operations to cover six acres. The newest location is twice that size. Site preparation and paving, relocation of the company’s modular office building, landscaping and new rail lines to serve the site are scheduled for completion early this summer. Future plans include a 15,000 square foot storage building. With the larger facility, TriStar expects to more than double operating and output capacity.

“The Port has made a strong commitment to fostering economic development that benefits community prosperity,” said Commission President Moser. “In addition to attracting new businesses, the Port supports the growth of its current tenants whose expansion often results in long-term jobs for our community.”

The Port of Vancouver, USA, created by Clark County taxpayers in 1912, is one of the major ports on the Pacific Coast. Its competitive strengths include available land, versatile cargo handling capabilities, vast transportation networks, a dependable labor force and an exceptional level of service to its customers and community.