Lineage breaks ground on automated cold storage facility in Dallas market
Project is part of Lineage’s previous announcement to design, build and operate two next-generation cold storage warehouses that expand automation capabilities in key US markets for a long-time customer.
Representatives from Lineage, City of Hutchins Texas, Union Pacific and Victory UC attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Lineage’s new automated building. From left to right: Guy Brown, economic development director, City of Hutchins; RJ Burton, vice president, Victory UC; Mario Vasquez, mayor, City of Hutchins; Chris Britton, vice president, regional sales, Lineage; Steve Chaimbretti, senior project manager, ops. strategy, Lineage; and Trent Vencil, sales manager, Union Pacific.
Lineage, the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, broke ground recently on its newest automated cold storage facility in the Dallas Metroplex. The project is part of Lineage’s previous announcement to design, build and operate two next-generation cold storage warehouses that expand automation capabilities in key US markets for a long-time customer.
Lineage’s facility is strategically located in Hutchins, Texas, to support the needs of food and beverage producers, retailers and distributors. With its central position in the continental US and combination of major highways, airports and rail lines, the Dallas area can reach a significant majority of the US population and international markets like Mexico quickly and efficiently.
“Dallas has long been a key market for Lineage, serving as a critical connecting point between food producers and the global food supply chain,” said Tim Smith, chief commercial officer of Lineage. “The groundbreaking of our newest automated facility underscores our commitment to improving and expanding capabilities for our customers, utilizing advanced technologies to reimagine how the cold chain operates and feeds the world.”
The facility is located in Dallas County’s Prime Pointe Park, which sits adjacent to Union Pacific Railroad’s Dallas Intermodal Terminal. Lineage celebrated the groundbreaking alongside officials from the City of Hutchins, Texas, and representatives from Prime Pointe Park and Union Pacific.
“The groundbreaking for this new cold storage facility marks an exciting day for our community,” said Mario Vasquez, Mayor of Hutchins. “It demonstrates that we are committed to attracting top-tier businesses and supporting supply chains that enhance our regional economy.”
“We’re excited to welcome Lineage, a long-time partner of Union Pacific, to Prime Pointe, one of our premier Focus Sites,” said Kenny Rocker, Union Pacific Railroad executive vice president - marketing and sales. “Focus Sites like this make it easier and faster for businesses to connect to our 23-state network and tap into the efficiencies of rail.”
The facility is expected to begin operating in late 2027 and will feature advanced automation including Lineage’s proprietary LinOS warehouse execution system. The project builds on Lineage’s existing footprint in Texas, where the company operates 18 facilities that offer temperature-controlled warehousing, blast freezing, case picking, USDA and FDA inspections, integrated transportation solutions and more.
Source: Lineage
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