Distribution
Global Brands Choose Missouri to Maximize Distribution and Minimize Costs
Missouri stands as the crossroads of the nation, connecting rail, river, road, air, and pipeline networks. When it comes to distribution, Missouri excels.
With abundant resources and a prime central location in the heart of the U.S., Missouri is ideally positioned to optimize your logistics operations from beginning to end. Thanks to a wide range of transportation options, goods can be efficiently moved from Missouri to any destination worldwide.
- International airports
- Extensive river barge infrastructure
- Access to every U.S. Class 1 railroad
- Direct access via rail to ports on every U.S. coast, as well as Canada and Mexico
- Highways in every direction put you within 600 miles of 135+ million customers
- Extensive pipeline infrastructure
- Missouri is one of only two states in the U.S. that borders eight states
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Missouri Offers Unique Approach to Logistics
As the home of more than 19,000 distribution and logistics companies, Missouri understands what you need to be successful. Sometimes that means taking a different approach than others. Missouri has more than 41 million square feet of underground facilities – offering natural climate control year-round (saving you money), enhanced security, and less vulnerability to natural disasters.
Look Who’s Already Here:
We export to Japan, China, France, Spain, Hungary, and Scotland. I have also shipped to South Africa, and I’ll be looking to start some work in New Zealand before too long.
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