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BNSF Railway and city officials in Gunter, Texas, have officially broken ground on the new Logistics Center North Dallas, marking the start of construction on a major industrial development designed to support regional economic growth.
Local leaders, including Gunter Mayor Karen Souther, Grayson County Judge Bruce Dawsey, community representatives, and public-private partners attended the ceremony celebrating the launch of the project.
The 944-acre logistics center will be located about an hour north of Dallas and roughly 30 minutes from Frisco. Positioned near State Highway 289, the site will operate as a multi-customer, multi-commodity industrial park with direct rail service, giving businesses expanded access to transportation and supply chains across North Texas.
According to BNSF, the ready-to-build facility will also provide companies with a speed-to-market advantage by cutting an estimated nine to 12 months from typical development timelines.
“Gunter is well-placed in one of the fastest-growing corridors in the country,” said BNSF Assistant Vice President of Economic Development and Real Estate Scot Bates. “This logistics center allows customers to expand their supply chain reach faster and more efficiently.”
Mayor Karen Souther described the groundbreaking as a key milestone for the city. She emphasized that the project was made possible through collaboration among local leaders and partners committed to balancing community protection with new economic opportunities.
Officials say the development is expected to bring several community benefits, including lower transportation costs through rail shipping, well-paying long-term logistics and supply-chain jobs, and reduced truck traffic on regional roadways. By shifting more freight to rail, the facility could also help decrease congestion and emissions.
BNSF and the City of Gunter will continue working together on zoning and platting requirements as the project moves forward. Construction of the first phase is expected to take about 19 months.
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