RSI Logistics, Inc. is excited to announcing a new strategic partnership with Transtar, LLC and its operating companies. This collaboration will see RSI Logistics operate the Delray Connecting Railroad Company’s Zug Island transloading location within Transtar’s rail network, as well as jointly partnering to market the transloading location. The Zug Island bulk terminal is located within Detroit, Michigan, USA, and is a central shipping location for several commodities, as well as the Detroit, and Toledo, Ohio markets. Both RSI Logistics and Transtar place an important emphasis on providing the best possible service for customers, and this partnership will benefit rail shippers of both organizations.

Kelley Minnehan, Vice President of RSI Logistics, Inc., says that “this partnership between RSI Logistics and Transtar brings together two organizations who care deeply about providing quality in rail shipping. We are ready and excited to begin working with Transtar to provide more opportunities for transloading. Transtar is all about providing rail transportation services and satisfying customers, and we foresee a successful journey together.”

Transtar is thrilled to kick off an exciting new phase in our relationship with RSI Logistics, one that drives growth and development. This new relationship with RSI will unlock some unique synergies while providing us more access to expertise and resources to serve the growing needs of our expanding customer base,” states J.W. Burwinkel, Transtar LLC Senior Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer.

The benefits of this new partnership include.

  • Access by rail shippers to expanding markets and truck/rail shipping opportunities via Transtar’s Detroit, Zug Island location.
  • Ability to introduce new opportunities through the use of upgraded equipment, personal, and expanding tracks.
  • Future opportunities between Transtar, LLC and RSI Logistics, Inc.