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There is a nostalgic romanticism attached to railroads, given their status as the first continental mass transit system for passengers and freight. But in the 21st century, rail transport is still a popular option for international trade. Standard gauge and broad gauge rail systems interconnect major cities throughout the U.S., Europe, South America, Asia and parts of Africa. While rail transport lacks the route flexibility and door-to-door convenience of trucks, it remains a thriving industry due to cost efficiency benefits, and its environmental friendliness compared to other transport options. More than 40% of freight within the U.S. is moved by railroads.
US Intermodal Gains Momentum Amid Trucking Challenges
Following a period of sluggish performance, US intermodal traffic is on the rise, signaling potential for further growth. Union Pacific’s… Read More
China’s Accession to TIR Convention Opens New International Trade Routes
China has taken a key step towards the development of international economic corridors with its regional trading partners and the… Read More
BNSF Launches Intermodal Service Between Pacific Northwest, Texas
BNSF Railway Co. yesterday began offering intermodal customers a new service to move freight between the Pacific Northwest and Texas… Read More
Continental Refining Harnesses Intermodal Transportation
Continental Refining Company has implemented the use of railcars to carry oil products to and from its refinery in Somerset,… Read More
China’s Unique Logistics Story: The Silk Road on Rails
One of the biggest logistics stories coming out of China these days has been the launching of the Silk Road… Read More
Kia Motors, Rail Provider in Partnership
Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG) has partnered with Cordele Intermodal Services (CIS) to move cargo by rail from the Port… Read More
Intermodal Project Has Long Beach and Los Angeles on Opposite Sides
A proposed intermodal project has pitted the ports of southern California’s San Pedro Bay against each other. At issue is… Read More
Genesee & Wyoming to Acquire Providence and Worcester Railroad
Genesee & Wyoming Inc. has announced today that it will acquire Providence and Worcester Railroad Company for $126 million. The… Read More
New Direct Intermodal Rail Service to Connect Port of Wilmington and Charlotte
Governor Pat McCrory of North Carolina joined officials from the state’s transportation department and CSX Corporation at the Port of… Read More
Cargo Transportation Easing in Fire-Ravaged Southern California
As firefighters successfully began to contain the devastating Blue Cut wildfire in southern California, cargo transportation bottlenecks began to ease… Read More
Ten Things You Need to Know About Domestic Intermodal Services
Intermodal continues to be the fastest growing segment of domestic transportation and industry experts do not see the trend changing… Read More
Iran’s Emergence as International Transportation Hub
Iran has access to landlocked countries in Central Asia and the Caucasus to its north, over land borders and the… Read More
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