Fueling Logistics Growth in Abilene, Texas
- $15 Million Investment by R+L Carriers
- 58,000 Square Foot Trucking Terminal
- 21 Acres in the DCOA’s Access Business Park
- 22 New Full-Time Jobs
- $173 Million+ Estimated Direct & Indirect Economic Impact Over 10 Years
Reinvesting in a Logistics Legacy
Operating in Abilene for more than 20 years, R+L Carriers is a family-owned national logistics company. R+L Carriers will spend $15 million to build a new 58,000 square foot trucking terminal on nearly 21 acres of land in the DCOA’s Access Business Park – deepening its roots in the region and expanding its national footprint.
“This expansion is an investment in Abilene — and a resounding message to other businesses that Abilene is the premier destination to grow, scale, and serve the entire country from a central location.”
Local Jobs. Long-Term Impact.
- 16 Full-Time Jobs Retained
- 22 New Full-Time Jobs Created
- Nationwide footprint, servicing all 50 states with 125 service centers across their network
“The expansion of R+L Carriers brings valuable jobs to our community and creates long-term economic benefits for Abilene families.”
Building a Stronger Regional Logistics Hub
This expansion project will support the Abilene region’s growing logistics cluster, spurred in part by synergies with other expanding companies in Abilene that rely on timely and efficient distribution. These companies reinforce Abilene’s role as a critical link in the national supply chain.
“Through partnerships with local, existing companies like R+L Carriers, the DCOA is securing new opportunities to build the future Abilene.”
An Unmatched Return on Investment
For every $1.00 invested by the DCOA, R+L Carriers’ expansion is expected to return $118.64 in direct and indirect economic impact to the Abilene economy over 10 years once the expansion is complete.
“Partnering with the DCOA on this expansion aligns with our vision of delivering exceptional services to the community in Abilene and the broader Texas region.”
About the Development Corporation of Abilene
The DCOA is the economic development driver of Abilene with the mission to build the future Abilene by attracting and sustaining industries that support job creation and community prosperity. Learn more at www.DevelopAbileneTX.com or follow @DevelopAbilene
About R+L Carriers
Based in the United States, R+L Carriers is a Global Freight Transportation and Logistics company that has remained family-owned and operated since 1965. R+L Carriers offers one of the most comprehensive networks of nationwide service centers for LTL, Truckload, Expedited and Cross-Border Shipping. In addition to its core value-added shipping solutions, R+L Carriers has a portfolio of services that extends to International Supply Chain Management, Warehousing and Customs Brokerage.
About Abilene
Located in Taylor County along I-20, Abilene, Texas, is home to over 126,000 residents and a labor shed of more than 140,000, making it a strategic and growing hub for logistics and industry.
