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(21 articles)SA Rail Reforms Stalled: 60% Behind Schedule Despite Progress
South Africa's logistics sector is experiencing a critical disconnect between policy ambitions and execution reality. While rail access infrastructure has achieved measurable progress, approximately 6
Global Supply Chain Disruption: 2026 Outlook for Industrials
This in-depth analysis from Boston Consulting Group and Dentons examines structural vulnerabilities in global supply chains across industrials, transportation, and infrastructure sectors, projecting s
UK Planning Reform Gives Heavy Freight Greater Regulatory Voice
The UK planning system is undergoing a significant shift that elevates the role of heavy freight operators and project cargo specialists in infrastructure decision-making. This regulatory change refle
Dolly Parton's Travel Stop Expansion at Risk After Founder's Death
Dolly Parton's passing at age 80 marks the end of a legendary career that extended into trucking infrastructure. Just two months before her death, Parton made a highly publicized appearance at the gra
NYC BQE Repair Plan: 13K Daily Trucks Face 10-Year Construction Window
New York City has unveiled a comprehensive repair plan for the Brooklyn Queens Expressway's (BQE) critical cantilevered section, a 1.5-mile segment that handles 13,000-14,000 heavy-duty trucks daily.
DFCCIL Launches Rapid Parcel Train Service to Gujarat
The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) has launched a rapid parcel train service targeting Gujarat, marking a significant expansion of India's domestic rail freight capab
Freight Sector Endorses Durban Port Congestion Relief Plan
The freight and logistics sector has publicly backed a strategic plan to address ongoing congestion challenges at Durban Port, one of Africa's critical trade gateways. This industry endorsement signal
Varanasi MMLP Contract Awarded to G R Infraprojects
G R Infraprojects, operating as a special purpose vehicle (SPV) jointly with NHLML and IWAI, has been awarded the contract for developing the Varanasi Multimodal Logistics Park (MMLP). This strategic
PSA Expands JNPA Capacity to 4.8M TEU, Faces Landside Pressure
PSA International's continued infrastructure investment at India's Nhava Sheva Port (JNPA) represents a structural shift in container handling capacity for South Asian supply chains. The launch of Pha
Indian Railways Freight Volume Surges 9% to 141.3 Million Tonnes
Indian Railways reported a significant 9% year-over-year increase in freight loading, reaching 141.3 million tonnes (MT) in July 2026. This uptick reflects sustained momentum in domestic freight opera
Global Road Networks Ranked 2026: Strategic Infrastructure Analysis
GetTransport.com has released a comprehensive ranking of the largest road networks by country for 2026, providing supply chain professionals with critical infrastructure intelligence for logistics pla
Historic Direct Rail Link Connects India to Nepal via Container Freight
The Northeast Frontier Railway has inaugurated its first direct container freight service to Nepal, marking a structural expansion of cross-border rail connectivity in South Asia. This historic shipme
Federal Funding Strengthens US Logistics Hub Network
The US logistics sector is receiving significant federal financial support to enhance and expand its hub network infrastructure. This investment signals government commitment to strengthening domestic
GOAL and LMTA Push for Streamlined Permitting Standards
The Global Organization of Automobile Logistics (GOAL) and the Logistics Motor Transport Association (LMTA) are jointly advocating for improvements to the permitting framework that governs heavy lift
Gordie Howe Bridge Opens July 27, Boosting Canada-US Trade
The Gordie Howe International Bridge will officially open on July 27, 2024, after Canada, Michigan, and the U.S. government resolved a dispute over toll governance and profit-sharing arrangements. Thi
Newlyn Secures R5bn Investment for South African Logistics Expansion
Newlyn, a South African logistics and warehousing operator, has secured R5 billion in capital funding to accelerate the development and expansion of its logistics infrastructure portfolio. This invest
Europe-China Railway Routes Transform Multimodal Logistics Strategy
The Europe-China railway corridor is emerging as a strategic pillar in multimodal logistics networks, according to Duisport leadership. This development reflects a broader shift in how European supply
Celtic Connector Project Advances at Port of Cork
The Port of Cork has reached a significant milestone in the Celtic Connector Project, advancing critical port infrastructure aimed at enhancing Ireland's maritime connectivity and trade capacity. This
Czech Republic Opens Modernized Rail Freight Terminal
The Czech Republic has commissioned a modernized rail freight terminal, representing a strategic infrastructure investment in Central European logistics networks. This facility upgrade addresses growi
UP Rejects Federal Stake in $85B Norfolk Southern Merger
Union Pacific's CEO Jim Vena has publicly rejected the possibility of federal government investment in the proposed $85 billion merger with Norfolk Southern, asserting that the company possesses suffi
New Bill Prioritizes Rail Freight to Ease Supply Chain Congestion
A new legislative effort seeks to elevate rail freight as a strategic priority within the U.S. supply chain, addressing persistent congestion challenges that have constrained capacity and driven up tr