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ModerateJul 16, 2026Rail Intermodal Growth Slows Amid Peak Season Bottlenecks
The Association of American Railroads' latest data reveals a critical tension in North American freight markets: while overall rail traffic remains ahead of year-ago levels, intermodal growth has dram
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Shipping & Freight
ModerateJun 2, 2026Saia Tonnage Growth Accelerates on Market Recovery Signals
Saia Inc., a major less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier, reported accelerating tonnage growth in May, with year-over-year increases of 8.4% driven by rising shipment volumes and heavier freight. While th
FreightWaves#ltl-carrier-growth#saia-tonnage-increase#trucking-market-recovery