Rail & Intermodal

Swissterminal Announces New Barge Service to Rotterdam and Antwerp

November 25, 2020

Swissterminal AG, a Switzerland-based integrated logistics provider, and DP World have announced the introduction of a regular barge service from Basel-Kleinhüningen and Basel-Birsfelden to various deepsea terminals at the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp.

Wind, Solar Are Cheapest Power Source in Most Places, Research Shows

October 21, 2020

Bloomberg

Wind and solar power are the cheapest form of new electricity in most of the world today.

PINC Acquires RailcarRx

October 8, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

PINC, a provider of digital yard solutions, recently announced that it has acquired RailcarRx, a provider of a comprehensive suite of rail industry software solutions and services.

U.K.’s First Free Port Since 2012 to Open Next Year

October 7, 2020

Bloomberg

Britain will open its first free port since 2012 in an effort to boost growth after Brexit, says U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak.

Are We There Yet?

August 21, 2020

E2open

Here's how logistics service providers can adapt to the unexpected to better predict shipment ETAs — and create a positive impact on their end customers.

U-Freight Adds Second Consolidation Hub for China-Europe Rail Freight Service

August 12, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

U-Freight Group has added a second consolidation centre in the People’s Republic in response to increasing volumes of LCL cargo on its LCL and FCL rail freight services between China and Europe.

Little Holiday Joy for Retailers, Preparing for a Peak Season That Could Go Bust

August 3, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Right about this time in any “normal” year, ocean carriers and truckers would be entering their annual peak season for freight volumes, in expectation of that ever-reliable holiday shopping bonanza.

THE SCB PODCAST

Podcast | Making Dreams of Supply-Chain Visibility a Reality

July 17, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Memo to shippers: Do you know where your container is?

One Network Enterprises and PSA Cargo Solutions Partner to Expand Services for Global Terminal Operations

June 16, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

One Network Enterprises, a provider of solutions for autonomous supply chain management, and PSA Cargo Solutions, a unit of global port group PSA International, announced a strategic partnership to expand services for Global Terminal Operations and Logistics.

At Ag Exporters’ Meeting, the Chassis Debate Rages On

June 15, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Ocean carriers, shippers and truckers can’t stop bickering over an issue that has plagued the transportation industry for years, and shows no sign of being easily solved: the ownership and management of chassis.

Rail & Intermodal

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding rail and intermodal transportation and its impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering container shipments in a more efficient manner than ever before using new services and technologies that provide information en route - allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As rail and intermodal cargo services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using rail and intermodal shipping solutions to power their supply chains.