Infante added that a partnership with MTC Logistics led Ren Seafoods to Mobile, said Infante. MTC Logistics broke ground on a 300,000-square-foot cold storage facility across from APM Terminals, and will open later this year

“We are following their path and its vicinity allows us to combine product deliveries to have a unique logistics operation,” Infante said.

“In addition, there is high-quality, local seafood in this region that we will be able to access for our customer base.”

LOGISTICS HUB

Brooks Royster, vice president of international supply chain solutions for MTC Logistics, said Ren Seafoods is the first customer to come to Mobile to be near this facility.

“It is further testament to Mobile being successful as a logistics hub and able to attract new international players,” he said.

Royster added he expects others will follow suit.

Ren Seafoods is affiliated with Pennsylvania-based The Fishin’ Co., a privately held company selling 150 million pounds of seafood annually to retailers and food service distributors.

Ren Seafoods will invest $12.4 million in its new location in the old Smith’s Bakery building on the West Interstate 65 service road. Construction is expected to begin in April and be completed later this year.

“This exciting announcement is just another example of how well positioned Mobile is to attract businesses from around the country who are looking to invest in a city that is business friendly,” Mayor Sandy Stimpson said.

“We are excited to add Ren Seafoods to our local corporate fabric and look forward to seeing their continued success and growth here in Mobile.”

The Chamber also announced today that it has finalized a project that will see Ray-Mont Logistics and its partners locate a high-tech logistics park in Mobile.

“The project aligns with the Chamber’s economic development strategy to continue to grow Mobile’s logistics and distribution network, especially as it relates to containerized cargo through the Port of Mobile and APM Terminals,” Rodgers said.