Located 340 km (210 mi) east of Vancouver and 90 km (56 mi) west of Kamloops, Ashcroft Terminal is situated on mainlines for both Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) and Canadian National Railway (CN).
Rapid expansion during the 2000s, thanks in large part to federal investment, has increased the inland port's operations, infrastructure and capacity.
[3][4] The expansion facilitated by the investment ensured increased capacity and access for shippers and logistics companies in the entire province.
In September 2013 the development of an online platform financed by the federal government was announced by Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
The websites showcases the regional economy, highlighting investment opportunities, including in agriculture, mining and forestry with Ashcroft Terminal featured prominently.