Isla International disrupts U.S. marble market

VANCOUVER, British Columbia - EntSun -- Vancouver Island, BC, Canada  – Isla International Marble and Stone Ltd. ("Isla"), a vertically integrated marble producer based on Vancouver Island, is excited to announce a transformative shift in its distribution strategy to capitalize on the new U.S. tariff environment effective August 1, 2025. By shipping raw marble blocks from its Leo D'Or Quarry to a state-of-the-art processing facility in Bellingham, Washington—just twenty one  miles from the U.S. border—Isla will process and distribute high-quality marble to key U.S. hubs, bypassing steep import tariffs and delivering unmatched value to the American construction market.

The U.S. government's recent tariffs, imposing up to 50% on Brazilian marble, 15% on European Union imports, and 25% on other major exporters like Italy, Turkey, and China, have reshaped the natural stone industry. Isla's strategic decision to process marble in Bellingham  offers premium North American marble at prices 20-30% lower than imported slabs. This cost advantage targets the booming U.S. countertop sector, critical for residential construction, luxury homes, hotels, and commercial projects.

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"Our Bellingham processing hub is a game-changer," said Gary Eldridge, Founder and CEO of Isla International Marble and Stone Ltd.

The company's vertically integrated model ensures quality, traceability, and sustainability at every step, from quarry extraction to finished product. Isla's marble, known for its attractive light grey to white color, unique veining is ideal for countertops, flooring, and luxury applications. By processing in the U.S., Isla strengthens its supply chain efficiency, serving major markets like Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Las Vegas,  Chicago, and New York with reduced lead times and costs.

To support this expansion, Isla is raising a $2.3 million pre-revenue financing round to fund equipment acquisition, mine planning, and initial sales from existing inventory. This will be followed by a $12 million growth round in 2026 to scale the Bellingham facility and expand North American market presence.

Investors interested in this unique opportunity can contact:
Dr. Lisa Palleson at lisa@islaquarry.com or
Gary Eldridge at gary@eldridgewealth.com
www.islaquarry.com