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.

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November 26, 2019
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Railroads Need to Step Up Their Game, New Report Says
A new white paper from Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business, in association with Maine Pointe, outlines the biggest challenges that rail carriers, shippers and investors are facing today.
November 21, 2019
By Bloomberg
CN Rail Strike Squeezes Transport of Canadian Oil, Grain Cargo
Conductors and yard operators at Canada’s largest railway walked off the job after failing to reach an agreement with the company over issues including working conditions and drug benefits.
November 13, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Navis Announces Smart Suite of Applications for New Functionality
Navis, a part of Cargotec Corporation, recently announced the launch of Navis Smart Suite – a set of applications to digitize planning and execution for terminal operations.

October 29, 2019
By Bloomberg
The Canal of Death Is Now an Economic Gateway for Eastern Europe
October 15, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Latest Cass Freight Index Shows Weak Volume, Pricing
October 1, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
OmniTRAX Partners with A&R Logistics to Launch Atlanta Waterfront Terminal
September 10, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Greenbrier Introduces Advanced Covered Hopper Railcar for Grain Transport
August 27, 2019
By Bloomberg
Five Lesser Known Obstacles to Brazil Growth — and How to Fix Them

August 26, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Transflo Introduces Transflo Trailer Tracking for Untethered Telematics and Location Reporting
August 13, 2019
By Bloomberg
World’s Longest Undersea Rail Tunnel Hits First Obstacle
August 9, 2019
By Bloomberg
China Cancels Flights as It Braces for Strongest Typhoon of 2019
June 28, 2019
By SupplyChainBrain
Schneider Launches Intermodal Service in Indianapolis
June 10, 2019
By Bloomberg
‘Punched in the Face’: U.S. Floods Snarl Trucks, Trains, Barges

IMO 2020: The Basics, Challenges and Impact on You
July 30, 2019 | Laufer Group International Ltd.
Inland Ports: Relief from Trucking Challenges
February 7, 2019 | SCSPA
Digitizing Your Supply Chain Through IoT Sensors
November 26, 2018 | Sensitech
Enhancing Container Visibility
September 13, 2018 | Hub Group
What Are You Missing in Your Carrier Invoices?
June 6, 2018 | Intelligent Audit

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October 21, 2019
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Ships Are Getting Bigger, But Intermodal Is the Answer, Economist Says
October 14, 2019
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
West Coast Ports Still Dominate, But Are Feeling the Heat From Rivals
September 9, 2019
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
At Hub Group, It’s Still a Family Business
August 20, 2019
By Ali Ashraf, SCB Contributor
Uncertainty Looms Over Transpacific Shipping This Peak Season
April 2, 2018
By Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain
Can Maersk Transform Itself Into an Integrated Service Provider?

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