#intermodal-freight
(22 articles)Freight Market Stabilizes at 13.5% Rejections—Labor Day Surge Ahead
The trucking freight market appears to have found a temporary equilibrium at 13.5% tender rejection rates following a pause in July's decline trend. This stabilization, driven primarily by capacity co
Intermodal EXPO Showcases Future of Freight Innovation
The Intermodal EXPO represents a significant industry gathering focused on showcasing innovations and best practices in freight transportation. As a major trade event, the expo demonstrates the indust
Multimodal Transport Market Poised for Significant Expansion
The multimodal transport market is positioned for substantial growth, building from a current valuation of USD 98.61 billion. This expansion reflects a fundamental shift in how supply chains operate,
ITS Logistics February Freight Index Shows Port/Rail Ramp Activity
ITS Logistics has released its February freight index covering US port and rail ramp operations, providing supply chain professionals with a critical snapshot of intermodal freight activity during the
CMA CGM Pulls Out of SNCF Rail Freight Stake Bid
CMA CGM has officially withdrawn its bid to acquire a 49% stake in Rail Logistics Europe (RLE), France's largest rail freight operator. The shipping and logistics conglomerate cited a lack of alignmen
Rail Merger Promises Face Scrutiny: Where's the Proof?
The proposed Norfolk Southern-Union Pacific merger has regained momentum following a settlement with Canadian National, but industry veterans remain skeptical about the deal's core freight-diversion p
Why Manufacturers Choose Expensive Expedited Over Cheaper Intermodal
Nicholas Shipe from Circle Logistics highlights a counterintuitive trend in automotive logistics: shippers increasingly avoid lower-cost intermodal solutions in favor of more expensive expedited freig
Forward Air Retains 50-75% of $250M Account After Renegotiation
Forward Air has successfully renegotiated with one of its largest customers, securing a non-binding memorandum of understanding that guarantees retention of at least 50% of a $250 million account—and
Tren Maya 2027: New Mexico Rail Route for Freight Shippers
Mexico's Tren Maya project will introduce dedicated freight capacity starting in 2027, creating a new transportation corridor for shippers moving goods through and within Mexico. This infrastructure d
CNR Rail Freight Strength Signals Robust Network Capacity
Canadian National Railway (CNR) is demonstrating sustained strength across its freight corridors, indicating robust operational performance and capacity utilization in North American rail logistics. T
Intermodal Freight Booms as Shippers Seek Cost Savings
Recent Q2 earnings reports from major logistics players reveal a significant market shift toward intermodal transportation as shippers seek cost advantages amid tight warehouse capacity and evolving r
Rail 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
Domestic Intermodal Boom: Why Freight Volumes Surge
Intermodal freight is experiencing unexpected growth in the domestic market, marking a significant shift from traditional import/export patterns. According to Anne Reinke, President & CEO of IANA (Int
Intermodal Freight Market Growth Projections Exceed $206B
The intermodal freight transportation market is experiencing robust growth trajectory, with projections indicating the market will reach USD 206.69 billion. This expansion reflects structural demand f
ITS Logistics June Index: Drayage & Intermodal Prices Set to Surge
The ITS Logistics June freight index has issued a warning that drayage and intermodal transportation markets are poised for significant price increases in the near term. This forward-looking indicator
ITS Logistics June Port/Rail Freight Index: Market Trends
ITS Logistics has released its June Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index, providing market participants with updated intelligence on freight rate movements across North American port and rail infrastructure.
ITS Logistics June Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index Released
ITS Logistics has published its monthly freight index report focusing on port and rail ramp activity for June, a key performance indicator tracked by supply chain professionals to gauge freight moveme
Rail Traffic Surges 8%, Signaling Strong Industrial Economy
Recent data from the Association of American Railroads reveals robust momentum in rail transportation, with carload traffic rising 2.5% and intermodal volume climbing 8% on a four-week rolling average
Intermodal Freight Market Projected to Reach $206.69B
The intermodal freight transportation market is experiencing significant growth, with projections indicating the market will reach USD 206.69 billion. This expansion reflects broader industry trends t
Combined Transport Volumes Decline in Q1 2026
Combined transport volumes recorded a notable decline during the first quarter of 2026, signaling softer demand in Europe's intermodal freight market. This contraction reflects broader economic headwi
PE Firm Open Road Ventures Acquires Intermodal 3PL Double-Stack
Open Road Ventures has completed an acquisition of Double-Stack, an intermodal third-party logistics provider, marking another significant private equity move in the logistics consolidation wave. This
Open Road Ventures Acquires Double-Stack Logistics
Open Road Ventures has completed the acquisition of Double-Stack Logistics, marking another consolidation event within the North American logistics and freight services sector. This transaction repres