Rail & Intermodal

Why Can't Europe's Rail Industry Be Competitive in Every Aspect?

February 2, 2015

The Centre on Regulation in Europe (CERRE) has published a series of studies designed to understand why competition in the European railroad industry has been successfully implemented in some cases but in others has led to a decline in the modal share for rail freight.

Rail Not Likely to Make Greater Use of GPS to Keep Tabs on Carts Soon

January 30, 2015

ABI Research

Tracking rail carts with GPS and cellular could bring value to the rail sector; however, penetration rates on rail carts are currently very low (globally less than 50,000 in 2014), and growth is not forecasted to be very strong over the next 5 years, or even the next 10, according to ABI Research. Therefore, for the time being at least, it looks like RFID will dominate this sector.

Old Dominion Freight Line Opens Service Center in Portland, Ore.

January 13, 2015

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc.

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. has opened an expanded service center in Portland, Ore.

The 'Single Window' for Trade Filing Is Finally on the Way

January 12, 2015

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

It's a government program. It involves technology. And it's a good thing.

Transplace Expands Operations in Canada

December 19, 2014

Transplace

Transplace, a provider of transportation-management services and technology, has expanded its presence in Canada.

Canadian Retailer Testing Use of 60-Foot Container

December 5, 2014

Truck News

Canadian Tire is pushing the envelope and has developed a 60-foot container that has received government approval and will soon by deployed on multiple lanes.

The State of Logistics in Mexico

December 2, 2014

Matt Hamson, CEO, Coronado Logistics

Transplace Enhances Portal for U.S.-Mexico Customs Management

December 1, 2014

Transplace

Transplace, a provider of transportation-management services and logistics technology, has made enhancements to its Customs Portal.

Hanson Logistics Begins Expansion of Chicago Consolidation Center

November 26, 2014

Hanson Logistics

Hanson Logistics has begun construction of additional deep-frozen storage capacity at its Chicago Consolidation Center.

APL Logistics Launches AutoLinx Rail Service in India

November 21, 2014

APL Logistics

APL Logistics has launched AutoLinx, a rail service in India.

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.