Americold to build temperature-controlled storage facility in support of Maine Port Authority
Atlanta-based Americold announced plans to build a 150,000-square-foot facility on 6.3 acres of land adjacent to the International Marine Terminal in Portland, Maine.
“Americold has been a fixture in the local community for more than 60 years, and this project solidifies our commitment to the city, the port and the state,” says Fred Boehler, president and COO of Americold. “We’re excited about the opportunity to add a brand new state-of-the-art showpiece building to the area and be a part of the future of the Port of Portland. We plan to leverage our world-class ‘design, build and operate’ expertise to create a world-class facility to bring new business to Portland, while maintaining our existing relationships with local seafood companies, food producers and retailers.”