A Legacy of Independence. A Future of Growth.
Founded in 1921, Colonial has built more than a century of experience supporting customers through strategic infrastructure investments, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. Today, Colonial Terminals continues that commitment as one of the largest privately owned, independent terminal operators.
Who We Are
For more than 100 years, Colonial has supported the safe and efficient movement of commodities through strategic infrastructure investments, reliable terminal operations, and long-term customer partnerships. As one of the largest privately owned, independent terminal operators, we have built our reputation on long-term investments, operational excellence, and strong customer relationships.
Today, Colonial Terminals operates a network of liquid bulk, dry bulk, and breakbulk facilities that support domestic and international supply chains across a diverse range of industries.
Independent by Design
As part of a family-owned organization and one of the largest privately owned, independent terminal operators, Colonial Terminals takes a long-term approach to infrastructure investment, customer relationships, and operational decision-making. Our independence allows us to remain focused on safety, reliability, and creating lasting value for customers, employees, and the communities we serve.
Built on Infrastructure
Colonial Terminals has built a network of liquid bulk, dry bulk, and breakbulk facilities that connect customers to critical transportation and logistics infrastructure, including:
- Deepwater marine access
- Rail connectivity
- Truck transportation networks
- Storage and warehousing infrastructure
- Cargo handling capabilities
- Distribution and transloading solutions
Commitment to Safety & Sustainability
Safety, reliability, and operational excellence are at the core of every Colonial Terminals operation. Our commitment extends beyond the safe handling and movement of products to the responsible management of our facilities, the protection of our employees, and stewardship of the communities where we operate.
As part of a family-owned company founded in 1921, we are committed to continuous improvement, responsible growth, and long-term investment in our people, infrastructure, and operations. Guided by Colonial's values of Service, Integrity, Entrepreneurship, and Family, we strive to deliver dependable terminal solutions while creating lasting value for our customers, employees, communities, and the industries we serve.
As customer needs and global supply chains continue to evolve, Colonial Terminals remains focused on investing in infrastructure, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships that create lasting value for customers, employees, and the communities we serve.