{"id":63477,"date":"2026-03-07T15:56:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-07T20:56:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/?p=63477"},"modified":"2026-03-07T15:56:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-07T20:56:31","slug":"csx-to-serve-future-chick-fil-a-supply-site-in-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/2026\/03\/07\/csx-to-serve-future-chick-fil-a-supply-site-in-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"CSX to serve future Chick-fil-A Supply site in Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a major expansion of its logistics network, Chick-fil-A Supply<\/strong> officially broke ground on its new distribution center in Winter Haven, Florida<\/strong>, on March 5, 2026. This project is a collaborative effort involving CSX<\/strong>, the Winter Haven Economic Development Council, and the State of Florida.<\/p>\n\n\n

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CSX officials attended the groundbreaking of the future Chick-fil-A Supply facility, which will support statewide distribution of products to the restaurant chain’s Florida restaurants. CSX will provide rail service to the central Florida site.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The facility is strategically positioned to leverage Central Florida\u2019s growing role as a premier logistics hub, utilizing CSX\u2019s rail infrastructure to streamline the delivery of ingredients and supplies.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Project Overview<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The development represents a significant capital investment and a shift toward rail-integrated supply chain solutions for the restaurant giant.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/td>Details<\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Location<\/strong><\/td>Central Florida Integrated Logistics Park (Winter Haven)<\/td><\/tr>
Facility Size<\/strong><\/td>244,000 square feet<\/td><\/tr>
Capital Investment<\/strong><\/td>Over $150 million<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Job Creation<\/strong><\/td>Approximately 180 full-time jobs<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Target Completion<\/strong><\/td>Operations planned to begin in 2027<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Importance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The site is located within the 1,500-acre<\/strong> Central Florida Integrated Logistics Park, which sits adjacent to CSX\u2019s state-of-the-art intermodal terminal.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Rail Connectivity:<\/strong> By utilizing CSX rail service, the facility can move large volumes of freight more efficiently than traditional long-haul trucking, reducing highway congestion and lowering carbon emissions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Regional Reach:<\/strong> Once operational, the center will serve approximately 170 Chick-fil-A restaurants<\/strong> across the state of Florida.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Government Support:<\/strong> The project was bolstered by a $1.5 million<\/strong> Florida Job Growth Grant awarded by Governor Ron DeSantis in 2025 to expand rail access at the park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    “By combining strategic rail access with strong state and local partnerships, we’re able to deliver reliable, efficient transportation solutions for our customer.” \u2014 Aubrey Brown, CSX Senior Manager of Industrial Development<\/sup><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

    Economic Impact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Beyond the immediate 180 jobs, the project solidifies Winter Haven’s position in the “I-4 corridor” logistics market.<\/sup> The integration of a company-owned distribution model (rather than third-party logistics) allows Chick-fil-A to maintain tighter control over quality and inventory as they continue to expand in the Southeast.<\/sup><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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