 Summer, 1999Knox Trucking For I-240 commuters stuck in a maze of trucks near Memphis International Airport, it may seem as if the Mid-South's transportation boom has its heart at the airport. But for many businesses, North Memphis is rapidly becoming a strong logistical option. Knox Trucking is a prime example. Last May, Knox Trucking moved its operations to North Memphis Industrial Park from the airport corridor to capitalize on the economic and logistical strengths of North Memphis' renaissance. "This area is growing very fast," said Rosa Knox, co-owner of Knox Trucking. "I feel we got in on the front end of a new development and it's an excellent area for industrial growth." According to Knox, the park provides more detached buildings, is less crowded and allows additional security options not available at other industrial parks. Knox said business has grown substantially since the company moved to its location at 655 Huron Avenue. As a result, the company has leased an additional building in the industrial park to handle increased shipping, warehousing and delivery requests. The new 12,755-square-foot facility is located at 743 Corrine Avenue. Founded in 1972 by James and Rosa Knox, Knox Trucking specializes in Memphis to New York shipping, warehousing and deliveries. Knox Trucking clients include Coors, General Tire, Day Break and Packaging Corporation of America. The company averages 85 trips and 60 deliveries a month. |