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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.
What Can We Learn From the Recent Surge in Railway Accidents?
The past few years have seen a worrying surge in railway accidents, particularly those involving hazardous materials. By analyzing the… Read More
Speeding the Supply Chain
Accelerating the supply chain. It’s a theme often encountered among logisticians and company executives. There is a relationship between speed… Read More
Augmented Reality: The Next Big Thing in Global Logistics?
Imagine a warehouse staff efficiently sorting through various packages during a manual picking operation and accurately locating the right one… Read More
DISPATCHES
Going to a box to open a box to retrieve a box holding an Xbox? That’s what played out at… Read More
INFOGRAPHIC: What Affects Freight Rates?
For an industry that has such a big impact on the economy and people’s lives, logistics is subject to a… Read More
RAIL SPIKES
In August, Kansas City Southern CEO Patrick Ottensmeyer joined U.S. and Mexican customs officials in the dedication of a new… Read More
Trump: Friend or Foe of US Infrastructure?
As a candidate, Donald Trump deserved credit for identifying a policy that damages jobs, competitiveness, and economic growth: underinvestment in… Read More
Yusen Logistics Extends Business with AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca has expanded its partnership with healthcare logistics provider Yusen Logistics for the global distribution of its products. As a… Read More
China’s Belt and Road Initiative
The Chinese initiative that envisions the creation of land and sea routes to span three continents presents opportunities for the… Read More
Transportation Labor Wants Investment in Rail and Transportation Infrastructure
Speaking before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials today, Larry I. Willis, president of… Read More
Shippers Need Higher Ocean Rates
Ocean container shipping rates have been scraping rock bottom for several years, but the financial losses being racked up by… Read More
Tigers Launches Rail Freight Service Linking Destinations Across The New Silk Road
Tigers has launched a new rail freight service, called Tiger Rail, offering customers a 16-day transit time both east and… Read More
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