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There is a nostalgic romanticism attached to railroads, given their status as the first continental mass transit system for passengers and freight. But in the 21st century, rail transport is still a popular option for international trade. Standard gauge and broad gauge rail systems interconnect major cities throughout the U.S., Europe, South America, Asia and parts of Africa. While rail transport lacks the route flexibility and door-to-door convenience of trucks, it remains a thriving industry due to cost efficiency benefits, and its environmental friendliness compared to other transport options. More than 40% of freight within the U.S. is moved by railroads.
What Can We Learn From the Recent Surge in Railway Accidents?
The past few years have seen a worrying surge in railway accidents, particularly those involving hazardous materials. By analyzing the… Read More
Intermodal Volumes Ahead in Q2 Thanks to International Lifts
Intermodal volumes jumped 4.5 percent in in the second quarter of 2015, with international shipments surpassing expectations, according to the… Read More
UTi Begins New Rail Service Linking China and Germany
Supply chain logistics provider UTi Worldwide has launched a new Iron Silk Road weekly rail freight service linking Harbin, China… Read More
First Container Train from China Arrives at Port of Baku
The first container block train from China arrived at the Port of Baku in Azerbaijan last week. A welcoming ceremony… Read More
Norfolk Southern to Expand Capacity at its Columbus, Ohio, Intermodal Terminal
The Norfolk Southern Railroad is planning to invest $34.3 million in an expansion and upgrade of the Rickenbacker Intermodal Terminal… Read More
BNSF Logistics Acquires Specialty Cargo Handling Firms
BNSF Logistics has boosted its service profile with the acquisition of a pair of transportation companies that specialize in the… Read More
Georgia Plans New Appalachian Inland Intermodal Port
Georgia Governor Nathan Deal, the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA), Murray County, and CSX Transportation have signed a memorandum of agreement… Read More
Promote Investment in Nation’s Freight Rail Network, CSX Executive Urges STB
Forcing revenue-adequate railroads to cap their shipping rates would discourage the substantial and mostly private investment in the nation’s critical… Read More
UPS Expands China-Europe Rail Service
UPS announced yesterday it has added a less-than-containerload (LCL) option for China-to-Europe rail shipments. The service is available from Zhengzhou… Read More
DHL and KTZE to Enhance China-Kazakhstan Rail Freight Links
DHL Global Forwarding signed a memorandum of understanding with Kazakhstan Temir Zholy Express (KTZE) late last month to develop greater… Read More
ROI on Pacific Northwest Channel Deepening Project: Over 5 to 1
The economy in the U.S. Pacific Northwest has enjoyed a handsome return on the investment made deepening of the Columbia… Read More
Logistics Trends Reflect Recovering U.S. Economy
Logistics trends in the United States mirror an economy that is recovering and growing. That was a key observation in… Read More
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