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October 15, 2025

HTG LAUNCHES TENNESSEE’S FIRST RAIL-SERVED WASTE TRANSFER FACILITY IN GALLATIN

Hainesport Transportation Group (HTG), a leading waste logistics company, has announced a significant capital investment in Gallatin to establish Tennessee’s first permitted outbound rail-served waste transfer operation. Known as Gallatin Transfer, the facility will be located off Airport Road with direct rail access, allowing the company to move 100% of construction and demolition (C&D) material out of state by railcar.

“Rail offers a long-term solution for managing solid waste in a rapidly growing region,” said Patrick Dauria, Vice President and General Manager of Waste Disposal for HTG. “By moving C&D material by rail, we can help reduce the burden on municipal landfills, ease commercial traffic on local roads, and provide a service that meets the needs of Middle Tennessee residents and small businesses.”

Gallatin Transfer represents a first-of-its-kind operation in Middle Tennessee, a region experiencing increased construction that has long depended on commercial trucking for material disposal. Each outbound railcar is expected to replace four to six commercial tractor-trailers, easing traffic congestion, limiting road wear, and reducing the volume and compaction strain on municipal landfills.

“Gallatin’s ability to attract innovative companies like this speaks to our strengths as a regional hub for logistics and distribution,” said Gallatin Mayor Paige Brown. “We are proud to welcome HTG to our community as they bring long-term benefits to both residents and businesses across our region.”

The outbound rail transfer service is expected to be fully operational in early 2026. The rail upgrades will also allow HTG to provide expanded access for neighboring industrial companies, enhancing connectivity and logistics options in the area. In addition to handling everyday C&D waste, Gallatin Transfer will have the capacity to process debris generated by natural disasters, providing the region with a critical resource during emergency response recovery efforts.

“Gallatin Transfer reflects the confidence companies place in Gallatin as a strategic location to do business,” said Rosemary Bates, Executive Director of the Gallatin Economic Development Agency. “HTG’s operations not only enhance our distribution infrastructure, but reinforce Gallatin’s role as a city where industry can invest, innovate and succeed.”

About Hainesport Transportation Group (HTG)

Based in Hainesport, New Jersey, HTG is a leading waste logistics provider with operations that specialize in rail-served transfer facilities. Gallatin Transfer is HTG’s first location in Tennessee, expanding the company’s national footprint, which includes six facilities across New Jersey, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Businesses interested in leveraging their services can contact Gallatin-TS@thehtg.com

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