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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
KCS Dedicates Joint Unified Cargo Processing Facility
Kansas City Southern president and CEO Patrick J. Ottensmeyer joined officials representing the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and… Read More
FROM POLK COUNTY TO THE WORLD
Foreign firms looking to do business in Florida or the greater eastern US have a clear alternative in Polk County…. Read More
Euroconsol Announces Direct Service from China to Poland
Euroconsol, a neutral global NVOCC and freight consolidator, has announced a new, direct less than container load and full container… Read More
WHAT’S UP ON-DOCK
In June, the Port of Toledo announced that it had reeled in a big fish. Cliffs Natural Resources, a large… Read More
NAFTA Under Trump: Will it Stay or Will it Go?
We all know that President Donald Trump campaigned against NAFTA in the lead-up to last November’s election, calling it “the… Read More
Freight Transportation Services Index Down in June
The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI), which is based on the amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry… Read More
Investments in Rail Transportation Spur Advantages, Growth
Rail, or intermodal, transport is fast becoming the shipping mode of choice for many businesses – specifically as an alternative… Read More
Rail Industry Dependent on DC DC Converters for Growth
In the United States, the bulk of commuters are far from dependent on the country’s vast railway network to get… Read More
North American Rail: A Renaissance for Coal?
It sounds like a story straight out of the President Donald Trump‘s dream book. Two major North American railroads reported… Read More
Four Reasons Why 3PL Brokerage Market Continues to Grow
According to the most recent market results and trends report from Armstrong & Associates, 2016 domestic transportation management increased 5.3… Read More
US-NAFTA Trade Heads Higher
There may be stress associated with the future of NAFTA in North American capitals, but in the commercial arena trade… Read More
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