Rail & Intermodal

Imports Up, Exports Down at Port of LA

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:56:38 -0400

The 26% increase in imports was caused in part by softer import volume in May 2025, when many cargo owners temporarily paused shipments because of changing tariff policies.

CSCMP's State of Logistics Report: Get Used to the Fog

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Redesign the operating model, not just the network, the annual report's authors concluded.

Transportation Secretary Announces American Supply Chain Sovereignty Initiative

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:19:12 -0400

Initiative will launch a “high-visibility dashboard” connecting major transportation hubs directly to ocean carriers, trucking companies, railroads and retailers, Sean Duffy said.

$3.4B PoLA Budget Approved

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The budget plan includes anticipated total operating revenues of $826 million, a 26% increase.

The Case For (and Against) UP's Proposed Rail Mega-Merger

Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Dubbed the "Great Connection" by UP and Norfolk, the transcontinental railroad that would be formed as a result of the merger would be the first of its kind in the U.S.

Iran Turns to China Rail Link to Try to Bypass U.S. Blockade

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:56:39 -0400

The route, which runs through Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan can only go a small way toward making up for the U.S. blockade.

How Transportation Leaders Are Turning Sustainability Into Resilience

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Even without regulatory mandates, transportation leaders continue to integrate sustainability into their core transportation strategy.

Freight in 2026: The Trilemma That No Shippers Can Avoid

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Operational efficiency is a durable solution, as it’s where emissions reduction and cost reduction share a common foundation.

UP Resubmits Application for Norfolk Southern Merger

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:25:53 -0400

The new merger application was submitted with the Surface Transportation Board on April 30, after the regulators rejected the first attempt in January.

‘Buckle Up’: Trade Woes Hurt Canada’s Railways as Revenue Falls

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:58:47 -0400

Shares of Canadian National Railway Co. slumped 6% on April 29, the most in more than five years, after it reported quarterly revenue of C$4.38 billion.

Union Pacific Railroad Secures Contract for Domestic Steel Rail Production

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:02:51 -0400

The new rail mill is powered by a dedicated 1,800-acre solar farm, making it the world’s largest solar-powered steel mill.

Turkey to Improve Transport Network as It Eyes Europe-Gulf Route

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:17:27 -0400

The aim is to eventually create a contiguous corridor between southern Europe and the Persian Gulf.

CBP Expands Product Authentication Tech Program

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:05:43 -0400

The program addresses a growing challenge: the scale and sophistication of counterfeit goods entering global supply chains.

Mexico’s Alternative to the Panama Canal Set to Open Fully this Year

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:54:12 -0400

The multimodal project aims to offer an alternative to the Panama Canal.

UP Exec Accuses CN Railway of Spreading 'Misinformation' Around Merger

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:06:13 -0400

CN Railway had previously filed a motion with the STB alleging that UP and Norfolk had not been honest with their assessment of their planned mega-merger.

Matson Adds New Cargo Security Measures as Thefts Continue to Surge

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Matson will attach security devices made by cargo security firm War-Lok to every international container moving from Los Angeles to all BNSF network destinations.

NY-NJ Rail Tunnel Work May Halt Again Without Federal Funds

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The federal government had suspended reimbursement payments while it reviews whether the project follows a new rule that bars contracting requirements based on race or gender.

Appeals Court Sides with BNSF in Lawsuit Over Montana Asbestos Deaths

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals sided with BNSF in the railway's claim that it was required by law to accept shipment of the contaminated materials.

NY-NJ Gateway Tunnel Work to Resume Next Week With Federal Funds

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:49:19 -0500

A federal judge last week directed the Trump administration to send the funds to Gateway.

The Role of Rail in a Future-Proof Supply Chain

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Modern supply chains are under growing pressure from market volatility, regulatory changes, rising transportation costs, and increasing sustainability expectations. This eBook explores how rail transportation strengthens modern, multimodal logistics networks and works alongside trucking to support long-term supply chain performance.

Berlin Airport Reopens After Black Ice Triggered Groundings

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:40:04 -0500

With temperatures expected to hover around freezing, it’s unclear when travel disruptions may ease.

NY-NJ Tunnel Project Wins Court Order to Block Funds Freeze

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:43:33 -0500

The Trump administration has been in a standoff with state and local officials since last year, over a new rule that bars contracting requirements based on race or sex.

Intermodal Pushes Back On Cargo Theft

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The intermodal industry is particularly exposed to cargo theft due to its modal transfers and handoffs.

The Next Chapter in Global Supply Chain Resilience

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Shippers that adopt flexible contracting, blended procurement, and technology-driven visibility will be well equipped to manage tariff volatility and shifting capacity.

Lost in Transit: Rail Cargo Theft Is on the Rise

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Rail offers cost advantages for less time-sensitive goods, but organizations must weigh those benefits against security considerations.

Norfolk Southern Reports 12% Profit Hit in Q4 of 2025

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:55:14 -0500

One-time charges were largely to blame for the dip, with the proposed merger tacking on $58 million, and costs from the East Palestine derailment adding another $23 million.

New Report: Yard Bottlenecks Ripple Through Supply Chains in 2026

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:56:12 -0500

Industry sources estimate that roughly 90% of yards still operate without dedicated management systems or consistent frameworks that measure performance.

Spain’s Second Fatal Train Crash Prompts Call for Drivers Strike

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:36:34 -0500

The union urged drivers to walk out until their safety could be guaranteed.

STB Rejects 'Incomplete' Application for Proposed Rail Mega-Merger

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:24:27 -0500

Other railways had voiced concerns over a lack of transparency from UP and Norfolk Southern in the lead-up to the STB's decision.

Berkshire-Backed BNSF Says Rail Mega-Merger Risks Price Increases

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The comments from the leader of the Berkshire Hathaway-owned railroad highlight emerging unease over the proposed tie-up.