History
Strategically located in Southwestern Montana at the cross connection of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe and Union Pacific Railways and the juncture of the I-90 and I-15 Interstates, The Port of Montana integrates the rail transportation services of two major class one railroads and the convenience of cross-continental truck transportation. This unique distribution capability is combined with easy transfers between rail and truck with full-service transloading and secure warehousing facilities. Companies leverage the economies of long-haul rail service with the flexibility of over-the-road shipping to affordably distribute automobiles, agriculture products, building materials, fuels, steel, ore and many other commodities across North America, into Canada and Mexico, and to destinations beyond.
Specialties
The Port of Montana is the only Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) General Purpose Warehouse within a five-state radius in the western region of the United States. Foreign Trade Zones are designated areas within the United States which are considered to be outside the U.S. customs territory. FTZ designation means foreign goods can be stored for an unlimited time without inventory tax. An FTZ ultimately allows companies to decrease or eliminate costs on import/export duties and product processing fees.