Rail & Intermodal

As Trucking Capacity Slims, Shippers Looking at Rail More in U.S.-Mexico Trade Lanes

August 29, 2012

U.S. shippers importing goods from Mexico say they are looking for new transportation options, such as rail, as truckload capacity along the border gets tighter.

Analysis of the 23rd Annual State of Logistics Report

August 27, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

The logistics sector in 2011 was characterized by flat freight volume and higher rates, says Rosalyn Wilson, senior business analyst at Delcan, who researches and writes the annual State of Logistics report. The report is underwritten by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals and Penske Logistics.

CEVA Logistics Expands LCL Distribution Network in Midwest

August 24, 2012

CEVA Logistics

CEVA Logistics has expanded its less-than-containerload (LCL) ocean freight services into the U.S. Midwest.

U.S. Xpress Partners With Maritime-Ontario for Cross-Border Shipping

August 16, 2012

U.S. Xpress Enterprises

U.S. Xpress Enterprises has joined with Maritime-Ontario Freight Lines Ltd. to launch a North American cross-border shipping service.

U.S. Domestic Intermodal Growth Slows, But International Moves Rise

August 10, 2012

Journal of Commerce

U.S. domestic intermodal growth slackened slightly as the economy slowed in the second quarter, but the transport of international containers on the rails has its healthiest showing in the period since 2008, according to the Intermodal Association of North America.

As Coal Use Declines, Natural Gas Has Been Good to U.S. Railroads

August 7, 2012

Bloomberg Business Week

Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad and Union Pacific Corp. are combating a drop in coal cargoes by catering to the industry responsible: the hydraulic fracturing of shale formations.

How the Intermodal Chassis Became a Hot Potato

August 6, 2012

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Nearly all major ocean carriers have announced plans to stop providing chassis to U.S. truckers at key shipping locations. But it's far from clear how that decision will play out.

100 Great Supply Chain Partners 2012

August 2, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

While red-carpet treatment is sometimes extended to celebrities who have done little or nothing to deserve it - can you say Kardashian? - most of the time such recognition is reserved for people who have actually achieved something. Often that means they have done something helpful or beneficial for others. And that's the group we celebrate in this, our annual 100 Great Supply Chain Partners issue.

Analysis of State of Logistics Report

July 31, 2012

Rosalyn Wilson, Senior Business Analyst, Delcan

Freight Forwarders Said to Face 'Lose-Lose' Scenario

July 26, 2012

British International Freight Association

The uncertainty that prevailed in 2011 resulted in a particularly volatile and difficult year for the freight forwarding industry, according to Global Freight Forwarding 2012, the latest report by Transport Intelligence.

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.