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(8 articles)Northern Arc Expands Brazil Corn Export Leadership
Northern Arc has widened its competitive advantage in Brazil's corn export market, according to the latest analysis from Conab (Brazil's National Supply Company). This development reflects ongoing con
Rail Freight Volume Surges 2.4% YoY in Strong 2026
U.S. rail freight traffic posted solid year-over-year growth through the first 30 weeks of 2026, with total weekly carloads and intermodal units reaching 526,410—up 2.4% compared to the same period in
Coffee Logistics Crisis: Capacity Crunch Looms H2 2026
StoneX's analysis signals a critical shift in coffee supply chain dynamics heading into the second half of 2026. While global coffee production remains adequate, the industry faces a severe logistics
Intermodal Rail Volume Surges 7.2% as Carloads Decline
Recent weekly data from the Association of American Railroads reveals a structural shift in North American rail freight patterns, with intermodal containers and trailers now significantly outpacing tr
U.S. Rail Freight Surges 8.7% Despite Holiday Week, Outpaces 2025
U.S. rail freight demonstrated robust momentum during the Independence Day holiday week, with carriers reporting 482,121 combined carloads and intermodal units for the week ending July 4, 2026—an 8.7%
Why Grain Transportation Infrastructure Remains Critical to Supply Chains
This article examines the enduring significance of grain transportation networks in supply chain management, drawing on historical perspectives to explain why freight infrastructure remains a cornerst
European Stocks Climb on Oil Recovery, Rio Tinto Eyes Logistics
European stock markets demonstrated resilience with gains driven by rebounding crude oil prices and optimistic signals from mining giant Rio Tinto regarding logistics investments. This positive sentim
Rail Intermodal Surges 10% as Trucking Costs Force Modal Shift
The U.S. rail freight market is experiencing a structural shift as shippers increasingly redirect freight from highways to railways in response to escalating trucking costs, tender rejections, and reg