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(25 articles)U.S. Rail Carload and Intermodal Volumes Surge in August
The Association of American Railroads reported sustained growth in rail carloads and intermodal shipments during August, indicating robust freight demand across the U.S. transportation network. This d
U.S. Rail Freight Surges 4.1% as Steel & Energy Demand Drives
U.S. rail freight volumes demonstrated robust growth in the week ending August 29, 2026, with total carloads and intermodal units reaching 543,212 units—a 4.1% year-over-year increase. The growth was
Hamburg Increases Rail Transport for Empty Containers
Hamburg, Europe's second-largest container port, is expanding its use of rail transport for empty container repositioning—a strategic shift that addresses both operational efficiency and environmental
Reefer Tender Rejections Hold Strong as Intermodal Captures 33% Savings
Refrigerated freight continues to experience elevated tender rejection rates at 20-20.5%, bucking the broader softening trend in van and flatbed markets. This persistence stems from both seasonal summ
Trucking Industry Enters Structural Upcycle as Regulations Boost Profitability
The trucking industry is entering a structural multi-year upcycle characterized by sustainable rate improvements and regulatory tailwinds that industry experts believe will fundamentally reshape carri
U.S. Rail Freight Surges on Steel Demand and Tariff Effects
U.S. railroad freight traffic reached 525,099 carloads and intermodal units for the week ending August 15, marking a 2.4% increase year-over-year, with metallic minerals and ores emerging as the stron
Guangdong-Shanghai Rail-Sea Corridor Opens New Export Route
China has activated a new integrated rail-sea corridor connecting Guangdong and Shanghai, representing a significant infrastructure investment to optimize export logistics across two of China's most e
BNSF Launches Faster Southwest Intermodal Service to Boost Capacity
BNSF Railway has introduced a faster intermodal service on the Phoenix-to-Dallas-Fort Worth corridor, reflecting growing shipper demand for expedited Southwest capacity. The new service completes the
BNSF Expands Phoenix-DFW Intermodal Rail Service
BNSF Railway has announced an expansion of its intermodal service connecting Phoenix and the Dallas-Fort Worth region, marking a strategic infrastructure investment in the Southwest corridor. This exp
Freight Rail Index Hits Decade High Signaling Strong Economic Recovery
The Association of American Railroads' Freight Rail Index has reached its highest level since 2008, driven by four consecutive months of sustained growth in carload and intermodal traffic. North Ameri
Boluda Shipping Expands Intermodal Rail Operations
Boluda Shipping has announced an expansion of its intermodal rail operations, signaling a strategic investment in diversifying transportation modes beyond traditional ocean shipping. This development
BNSF Rail Freight Earnings Jump 13.9% on Volume and Rate Growth
BNSF Railway delivered solid second-quarter financial results, with pre-tax earnings rising 13.9% to $2.06 billion and revenue climbing 14.6% to $6.56 billion. The growth was driven by a combination o
Modal Shift to Rail: Shippers Flee Soaring Trucking Costs
Shippers are increasingly shifting freight from trucking to intermodal rail transportation as truckload costs rise dramatically across key domestic corridors. Intermodal domestic container volumes hav
Rail Intermodal Surges as Shippers Shift From Trucks
Weekly U.S. rail traffic reached 526,410 combined carloads and intermodal units for the week ending August 1—a 2.4% year-over-year increase—signaling sustained momentum in freight rail. The standout p
Union Pacific Q2 2026 Earnings Beat: 6% Net Income Growth
Union Pacific delivered solid second-quarter 2026 financial results, with net income rising 6% year-over-year to $2.0 billion and diluted EPS improving 7% to $3.36. Adjusted metrics performed even mor
J.B. Hunt Q2 Earnings: Key Indicators for Freight Market Health
J.B. Hunt's quarterly earnings have become a critical indicator of broader freight market health, reflecting pressures across intermodal, dedicated fleet, and last-mile segments. The company's perform
Union Pacific Reports Steady Rail Freight Demand Across North America
Union Pacific's stock performance reflects sustained demand for rail freight services across North America, indicating a stabilization of shipping volumes after recent economic volatility. This steady
BNSF Intermodal Freight Bets on Steady Demand Growth
Berkshire Hathaway's BNSF Railway is making a strategic bet on sustained intermodal freight demand by expanding its shipping services. This move signals confidence in the recovery and stabilization of
CPKC Launches Unified Intermodal Service Combining Rail and Truck Bookings
Canadian Pacific Kansas City has introduced a unified intermodal shipping service that allows shippers to book both rail and truck transportation through a single transaction. This service innovation
Intermodal Volume Gains in May Signal Shipping Recovery
The Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) reported volume increases in the intermodal sector during May, indicating early signs of recovery in freight demand across North American transportat
Norfolk Southern Balances Merger Push With Service Recovery Efforts
Norfolk Southern's Chief Executive Mark George has publicly affirmed the railroad's commitment to both immediate operational recovery and long-term strategic consolidation with Union Pacific, rejectin
E-Commerce Surge Drives West Coast Port Congestion Crisis
West Coast ports are experiencing heightened congestion driven primarily by surging e-commerce freight volumes, according to recent reporting. This buildup is forcing shippers to increasingly rely on
ITS Logistics June Port/Rail Ramp Index Shows Market Trends
ITS Logistics has published its June Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index, a closely watched indicator of pricing trends and capacity utilization across North American intermodal and port operations. This mon
AI Platform Fura Acquires LG Logistics in Sixth Consolidation Move
Fura, an AI-powered 3PL based in Cincinnati, announced its sixth acquisition with the purchase of LG Logistics Solutions, a full-truckload, less-than-truckload, and intermodal specialist. Unlike tradi
U.S. Rail Volumes Jump in May—What It Means for Freight
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported meaningful growth in both carload and intermodal volumes during May, signaling strengthening demand in the U.S. domestic freight market. This posit