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

The Internet of Things in Supply Chain and Logistics

Peter Buxbaum 6:03 AM  7/1/2016

As supply chains are strained under competition, technology is proving to be a valuable differentiator and competitive advantage. In a… Read More

U.S. Logistics Costs Decelerated in 2015

Haylle Sok 11:28 AM  6/29/2016

U.S. business logistics costs rose to $1.48 trillion in 2015, a 2.6 percent increase from previous year. This which represents… Read More

Fuel Saving Device to Cut Transportation Costs

Andrew Spence 4:18 AM  6/27/2016

A device to cut fuel use by 10 to 15 percent while reducing the exhaust emissions of internal combustion engines… Read More

Labor Supports, Industry Opposes U.S. Rulemaking on Freight Train Crew Size

Peter Buxbaum 4:23 AM  6/24/2016

The Transportation Trades Department of the AFL-CIO, (TTD) has responded positively to the Federal Railroad Administration’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking… Read More

Wainwright Industries Expanding Logistics Footprint in Charleston

Haylle Sok 6:40 AM  6/23/2016

Wainwright Industries/TVS Supply Chain Solutions South Carolina announced plans last week for a second Charleston location to serve growing third-party… Read More

EXAMINING MULTIMODAL STRATEGIES FOR YOUR LOGISTICS PROGRAM

Ian Putzger 2:43 PM  6/10/2016

Since March this year, the Port of Chennai has been offering shippers free haulage between the Indian city and the… Read More

Union Pacific Announces Investments of $283 Million in Rail Infrastructure

Peter Buxbaum 7:04 AM  5/30/2016

The Union Pacific Railroad has announced plans to invest $283.4 million in to improve transportation infrastructures in California, Arkansas and… Read More

Intermodal Volumes Up in First Quarter

Peter Buxbaum 3:54 AM  5/29/2016

First quarter 2016 performance for intermodal transportation in North America showed strength, despite down results in the trailer segment. The… Read More

Florida East Coast Railway Delivers First Intermodal Shipment Purchased on EZ Buy

Haylle Sok 9:53 AM  5/24/2016

Florida East Coast Railway (FECR) has delivered the first intermodal shipment purchased through its new tool EZ Buy, an online… Read More

Asset Based Intermodal Joins U.S. EPA SmartWay Transport Partnership

Haylle Sok 8:18 AM  5/24/2016

Asset Based Intermodal, Inc. has joined the SmartWay Transport Partnership, a collaboration between the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)… Read More

Ekol Logistics Enters The Czech Republic

Haylle Sok 4:12 AM  5/20/2016

A leading 3PL in Turkey—Ekol Logistics—has entered the Czech Republic and made its first investment in this country in the… Read More