In 2024, our team proudly partnered with BNSF Railway to support their Site Certification Program, a pivotal initiative aimed at identifying and preparing key sites for industrial development along the BNSF rail network. Our analysis and expertise played a vital role in the successful certification of three sites in Washington state, located in Plymouth, Everett, and Spokane.

Through the integration of BNSF’s rigorous certification guidelines and our site selection insights, we focused on the key criteria most important to business prospects during their location strategy evaluations. This comprehensive process enabled these communities and site owners to better position themselves to attract industrial prospects. By completing additional due diligence and organizing critical site information, the certified locations are now equipped to reduce risk and accelerate the decision-making process for prospective industries.

We have been proud to be a part of this initiative over the past three years to strengthen industrial site readiness across BNSF’s network and enhance the value of strategic preparation in driving economic development. These additional certified sites are now well-positioned for success, offering prospective industries ready-to-go locations with proven potential.

About SDG

Strategic Development Group provides site selection and incentive negotiation services for a diverse range of manufacturing, distribution, office, and corporate headquarters location projects.  To discuss your company’s site location needs, click here to connect with our team!