Tradepoint Atlantic
Tradepoint Atlantic is a privately-held, 3,300-acre multi-modal logistics platform in Sparrows Point, Baltimore, integrating Class A industrial leasing, marine terminal operations, and the East Coast's largest privately-owned short-line railroad to serve enterprise tenants across e-commerce, automotive, manufacturing, and offshore wind.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2014
- HeadquartersBaltimore, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Tradepoint Atlantic does
Tradepoint Atlantic is a privately-held, 3,300-acre multi-modal industrial logistics platform located at the former Bethlehem Steel site in Sparrows Point, Baltimore County, Maryland, owned by Redwood Capital Investments since 2014. The company operates three integrated business lines: Tradepoint Terminals (marine stevedoring and bulk/break-bulk terminal operations via six deepwater berths with a 50' main shipping channel), Tradepoint Rail (the largest privately-owned short-line railroad on the East Coast, with 70 miles of track connecting to CSX and Norfolk Southern), and Land Development (Class A industrial warehousing on 15 million SF of existing space with another 6 million SF planned). It serves enterprise customers across e-commerce (Amazon, FedEx, Home Depot), automotive (BMW, Volkswagen, McLaren, Harley-Davidson), manufacturing (McCormick, INEOS, Pompeian, Niagara), offshore wind (Ørsted, US Wind), and specialty logistics (Under Armour, Floor & Decor, ECW).
The platform monetizes through four distinct revenue streams: subscription-style multi-year industrial leases on pad-ready and build-to-suit facilities (with 10–14 month expedited delivery versus typical 18–24 months), transaction-based marine terminal fees (vessel discharge/loading, storage, FTZ #74 processing), unit-priced rail services (car storage for 2,400+ railcars, AAR-certified maintenance, tank car cleaning, transloading under TPR 8600F tariff), and one-time custom development fees (exemplified by McLaren's $10.5 million+ 50,000 SF vehicle processing center). Sales are enterprise field-driven through a dedicated leasing team, supported by site tours, broker/site-selector relationships, economic development agency partnerships (Maryland Department of Commerce, Baltimore County), and Foreign Trade Zone #74's 4th-ranked port-related FTZ status globally.
The company's growth strategy is anchored by the Sparrows Point Container Terminal, a 168-acre joint venture with Terminal Investment Limited, backed by $1.2 billion in private financing plus $88 million in Maryland state support and $87 million in cumulative MARAD federal grants. Construction broke ground on May 1, 2026, with completion targeted for 2030, expected to create 8,000+ jobs, add $1.5 billion in annual economic activity, and elevate the Port of Baltimore from the sixth to the third-largest container port on the Eastern Seaboard. Tradepoint Atlantic complements this with the Tradepoint at Savage Crossing inland industrial park in Howard County (35 acres, up to 500,000 SF, 2025–2029 buildout) and an active tenant mix expansion into offshore wind and luxury automotive verticals.
Tradepoint Atlantic firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Tradepoint Atlantic
- Legal name
- Tradepoint Atlantic
- Website
- https://tradepointatlantic.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2014
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Tradepoint Atlantic is a privately-held, 3,300-acre multi-modal logistics platform in Sparrows Point, Baltimore, integrating Class A industrial leasing, marine terminal operations, and the East Coast's largest privately-owned short-line railroad to serve enterprise tenants across e-commerce, automotive, manufacturing, and offshore wind.
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Tradepoint Atlantic industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Logistics and Port Services
- NAICS
- Marine Cargo Handling (48832), Marine Cargo Handling (488320), Port and Harbor Operations (488310), Port and Harbor Operations (48831)
- SIC
- Water Transportation (4400), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Marine Terminals & Cargo Handling Infrastructure (RoRo, Bulk, Container) (IMAFAJAF)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Stevedoring & Vessel Loading/Discharging (Ship-to-Shore Operations) (TLAHALAA)
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Where Tradepoint Atlantic is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Baltimore
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Tradepoint Atlantic business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others
Revenue model
- Industrial Real Estate Leasing: Tradepoint Atlantic generates revenue primarily through leasing of industrial warehouse and distribution facilities to tenants. The property offers up to 6,000,000 SF of potential Class A Industrial space and over 1,000 developable acres for various uses including warehousing, manufacturing, auto processing, and port logistics.
- Marine Terminal Operations: Revenue from stevedoring and terminal operations including vessel discharge and loading, customized storage solutions, material processing, foreign trade zone operations, and inventory management for bulk, break-bulk, and project cargo.
- Rail Services: Short-line railroad services including car storage, maintenance and repair, tank car cleaning, sorting and assembling, and transloading services for various commodities. Interchanges with CSX and Norfolk Southern.
- Custom Facility Development: Development of custom facilities for tenants such as McLaren's 50,000 SF vehicle processing center, representing $10.5 million+ in investment for specialized auto processing infrastructure.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Class A Industrial Warehouse Leasing |
| Transaction based/ take rate | Pay-as-you-go | Marine Terminal Services |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Rail Services |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels7 records
Tradepoint Atlantic product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Tradepoint Atlantic operates a 3,300-acre multi-modal logistics center in Baltimore combining three integrated business lines: Class A industrial real estate leasing and build-to-suit development (up to 6 million SF of planned space), marine terminal operations through Tradepoint Terminals (six deepwater berths, stevedoring, storage, foreign trade zone operations), and short-line railroad services through Tradepoint Rail (70 miles of track, 2,400+ railcar storage, transloading, and AAR-certified repair). The platform serves enterprise tenants across e-commerce, automotive, manufacturing, and offshore wind sectors with logistics and supply chain infrastructure at the former Bethlehem Steel site.
Product overview
Tradepoint Atlantic operates as a unified platform combining land development, marine terminal operations, and rail logistics services across its 3,300-acre site. The core platform encompasses Tradepoint Terminals (wholly-owned stevedoring and terminal operations subsidiary), Tradepoint Rail (privately-owned short-line railroad), and the Sparrows Point Container Terminal (joint venture with Terminal Investment Limited). Additional offerings include Tradepoint at Savage Crossing inland industrial park, land development services with build-to-suit capabilities, supplier diversity programs, and workforce development through the Workforce Opportunity Network. The integrated platform enables seamless cargo movement from ship to storage to rail or highway.
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Products and services
- Tradepoint Atlantic Logistics Center A 3,300-acre global logistics center on the East Coast featuring deepwater berths, rail connectivity, and interstate highway access. The flagship platform combining land development, marine terminal operations, and rail infrastructure services for enterprise tenants across e-commerce, automotive, manufacturing, and offshore wind sectors.
- Tradepoint Terminals A wholly-owned subsidiary providing stevedoring and terminal operations at Tradepoint Atlantic's marine terminal. Specializes in bulk and break-bulk cargo handling, vessel discharge and loading, customized storage solutions, material processing, foreign trade zone operations, and inventory management for shipping lines, freight forwarders, and cargo owners.
- Tradepoint Rail The largest privately-owned short-line railroad on the East Coast with 70 miles of track connecting to CSX and Norfolk Southern Class I railroads. Offers car storage for 2,400+ railcars, AAR-certified maintenance and repair services, tank car cleaning, sorting and assembling, and transloading capabilities for dry bulk, liquids, and food-grade commodities.
- Sparrows Point Container Terminal A 168-acre container terminal joint venture between Tradepoint Atlantic and Terminal Investment Limited at Coke Point, Port of Baltimore. Backed by $1.2 billion in private financing, the facility is expected to elevate Port of Baltimore from sixth to third-largest container port on the Eastern Seaboard by 2030, expanding container handling capacity by 70%.
- Tradepoint at Savage Crossing An inland industrial park development in Howard County on 35 acres along Route 1, with plans for up to 500,000 SF of Class A Flex Warehousing and Industrial Facilities. Development timeline spans from 2025 approvals through anticipated full buildout in 2029.
- Industrial Real Estate Leasing and Build-to-Suit Development Development and leasing of up to 6 million SF of potential Class A Industrial space on over 1,000 developable acres. Includes pad-ready sites for build-to-suit facilities ranging from 100,000 to 1,000,000 SF with expedited 10-14 month delivery. Enterprise Zone, Foreign Trade Zone #74, and BGE SEED utility benefits available to tenants.
Quantifiable outcome
- Port of Baltimore expected to rise from 6th to 3rd largest container port on Eastern Seaboard by 2030
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Companies that use Tradepoint Atlantic
Customer profileNamed customers27 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
Tradepoint Atlantic technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Tradepoint Atlantic partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.
- McLaren AutomotivemajorDevelopment partnership for McLaren's first U.S. vehicle processing center at Tradepoint Atlantic. 50,000 SF custom facility representing $10.5M+ investment for inspection, customization, and preparation of McLaren supercars for 26 U.S. dealerships. Creating 20+ jobs for automotive technicians, paint, logistics, and management personnel.
- Terminal Investment Limited (TIL)coreJoint venture partnership between Tradepoint Atlantic and Terminal Investment Limited for development of the Sparrows Point Container Terminal. TIL is a major global terminal operator providing expertise and capital for the 168-acre, $1.2 billion container terminal project. The project will create 8,000+ jobs and expand container capacity by 70% by 2030.
- Oyster Recovery PartnershipminorEnvironmental partnership for the Sparrows Point Container Terminal Project to remove derelict fishing gear from Upper Chesapeake Bay. Supports environmental sustainability and Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts.
- CSX TransportationcoreClass I railroad providing direct rail connectivity for Tradepoint Atlantic's short-line railroad. CSX is one of two Class I connections enabling tenants to reach markets across the United States via Tradepoint's 70-mile on-site rail system.
- Norfolk Southern RailwaycoreClass I railroad providing direct rail connectivity for Tradepoint Atlantic's short-line railroad. Norfolk Southern is the second Class I connection alongside CSX, providing redundancy and competitive routing options for tenants.
- Baltimore County Workforce DevelopmentmajorPartnership through the Workforce Opportunity Network to support tenant recruitment by providing workforce training, job screening, and labor demand data. Baltimore County supports 1,000 businesses annually with economic and workforce development assistance.
- Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)majorWorkforce Opportunity Network partner providing the Transportation, Distribution & Maritime Logistics (TDML) program. CCBC is a four-time Bellwether Award winner and the largest training provider in the Baltimore region, offering customized technical training and apprenticeship programs.
- Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE)majorUtility provider offering the Smart Energy for Economic Development (SEED) program providing 25% reduction on electric and gas distribution charges and 75% discount on service extension costs for qualifying businesses. Supports industrial operations with significant power requirements.
- ØrstedmajorOffshore wind developer establishing manufacturing operations at Tradepoint Atlantic, supported by $47.3 million federal MARAD grant. Part of broader effort to develop offshore wind manufacturing hub at Sparrows Point.
- US WindmajorOffshore wind developer operating at Tradepoint Atlantic as part of the multi-use industrial center vision for Sparrows Point.
- U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionmajorCBP oversees Foreign Trade Zone #74 operations at Tradepoint Atlantic. FTZ status allows delayed or reduced duty payments on foreign merchandise, ranked 4th best port-related FTZ globally.
- Maryland Department of the Environment / EPAmajorFederal and state environmental agencies with existing Consent Order and Prospective Purchaser Agreement in place for site remediation. Enables expedited permitting for new development.
Scale indicators16 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights7 records
Tradepoint Atlantic competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- CenterPoint Properties: CenterPoint is one of the largest industrial real estate developers in the U.S., with significant intermodal logistics parks surrounding the Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach. It is the closest U.S. peer to Tradepoint in business model: master-planned large-acreage industrial development adjacent to deepwater port and Class I rail. The Chicago-area flagship compares directly in platform approach.
- Watco Companies: Watco is one of the largest short-line railroad operators in North America, providing car storage, transloading, and rail-served industrial site services analogous to Tradepoint Rail. Both companies own/operate short-line networks connecting to Class I carriers (CSX/NS) and serve industrial/commercial shippers with bulk, liquid, and intermodal capabilities.
- Georgia Ports Authority (Port of Savannah): The Port of Savannah (Garden City Terminal) is the largest single-terminal container facility in North America and the Eastern Seaboard's leading container port. It is Tradepoint's most direct geographic competitor for container throughput, and its expansion plans and dwell-time data shape the competitive context for the Sparrows Point Container Terminal.
- Virginia Port Authority (Port of Virginia): The Port of Virginia operates deepwater container terminals in Norfolk and Newport News targeting the same Mid-Atlantic/Eastern Seaboard container trade lanes as the planned Sparrows Point Container Terminal. Both ports compete for the same shipping-line services and inland distribution reach, making Virginia the closest direct port-operations competitor.
- JAXPORT: JAXPORT operates container, breakbulk, and RoRo terminals on the U.S. East Coast (Jacksonville) with significant automotive and forest-products throughput overlap with Tradepoint. Both ports compete for auto-processing, deepwater container, and bulk commodity volumes along the Eastern Seaboard, and both offer adjacent industrial real estate for port-dependent tenants.
- South Carolina Ports Authority (Port of Charleston): The Port of Charleston is a major deepwater container gateway on the U.S. Southeast/East Coast, competing with the planned Sparrows Point Container Terminal for ship-line deployments and share of East Coast container volumes. Both ports pair terminal operations with adjacent industrial real estate for distribution tenants.
- Panattoni Development: Panattoni is one of the largest privately-held industrial/logistics real estate developers in North America and Europe, frequently developing build-to-suit and large-acreage distribution parks. Its comparable scale, build-to-suit capabilities, and tenant acquisition playbook mirror Tradepoint's land development services division.
- Hillwood (AllianceTexas): Hillwood's AllianceTexas is a master-planned 27,000-acre logistics, industrial, and corporate campus near Dallas/Fort Worth combining air, rail, and highway access. It is widely considered the most comparable U.S. peer to Tradepoint Atlantic in product/market fit - mega-acreage multimodal logistics parks competing for major e-commerce, manufacturing, and distribution tenants.
Broad incumbents
- Prologis: Prologis is the world's largest industrial REIT, operating over 1B SF of logistics real estate globally including port-adjacent and intermodal facilities. While Tradepoint is a niche multi-modal port-industrial platform, Prologis is the broad incumbent whose portfolio pricing and tenant relationships set the competitive benchmark for Class A distribution real estate leasing.
- SSA Marine: SSA Marine is one of the world's largest independent marine terminal operators, a direct competitor to Tradepoint's JV partner Terminal Investment Limited (TIL). SSA's portfolio of container, bulk, and RoRo terminals globally provides the competitive benchmark for stevedoring economics and JV partner selection relevant to Tradepoint Terminals.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
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Tradepoint Atlantic leadership team
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Tradepoint Atlantic subsidiaries and ownership
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Frequently asked questions about Tradepoint Atlantic
What does Tradepoint Atlantic do?
Tradepoint Atlantic operates a 3,300-acre multi-modal logistics center in Baltimore combining three integrated business lines: Class A industrial real estate leasing and build-to-suit development (up to 6 million SF of planned space), marine terminal operations through Tradepoint Terminals (six deepwater berths, stevedoring, storage, foreign trade zone operations), and short-line railroad services through Tradepoint Rail (70 miles of track, 2,400+ railcar storage, transloading, and AAR-certified repair). The platform serves enterprise tenants across e-commerce, automotive, manufacturing, and offshore wind sectors with logistics and supply chain infrastructure at the former Bethlehem Steel site.
Is Tradepoint Atlantic a public or private company?
Tradepoint Atlantic is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was Tradepoint Atlantic founded?
Tradepoint Atlantic was founded in 2014. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Tradepoint Atlantic based?
Tradepoint Atlantic is headquartered in Baltimore, United States, in the North America region.
How does Tradepoint Atlantic make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Industrial Real Estate Leasing is the primary driver. The others are marine Terminal Operations, rail Services and custom Facility Development.
Who are Tradepoint Atlantic's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are CenterPoint Properties, Watco Companies, Georgia Ports Authority (Port of Savannah), Virginia Port Authority (Port of Virginia), JAXPORT, South Carolina Ports Authority (Port of Charleston), Panattoni Development and Hillwood (AllianceTexas). Broad incumbents are Prologis and SSA Marine.
Does Tradepoint Atlantic have an API?
No public API is recorded for Tradepoint Atlantic.
What industry is Tradepoint Atlantic in?
Tradepoint Atlantic's product category is Industrial Logistics and Port Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAFAJAF, Marine Terminals & Cargo Handling Infrastructure (RoRo, Bulk, Container), with a secondary code of TLAHALAA, Stevedoring & Vessel Loading/Discharging (Ship-to-Shore Operations). Its NAICS code is 48832 and its SIC code is 4400.