#rail-capacity
(22 articles)APM Terminals Expands Rail & Barge Capacity for Nigerian Exports
APM Terminals is making a structural investment in multimodal transport capacity at its Nigerian operations by expanding both rail and barge connectivity. This initiative addresses a critical bottlene
UP Rail Hub Constraints Limit Intermodal Conversion Growth
Union Pacific's intermodal network is encountering significant capacity constraints at major hub facilities, creating a bottleneck that restricts the railroad's ability to convert additional container
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
US Intermodal Traffic Surges as Shippers Flee Trucking Rates
US shippers are increasingly turning to intermodal transportation as an alternative to trucking amid capacity constraints and elevated truckload rates. While this represents a tactical response to mar
Azerbaijan Railway Freight Sees Growth Trajectory in 2026
Azerbaijan is projecting increased railway freight transportation volumes for 2026, reflecting broader infrastructure development and growing regional trade activity. This positive momentum in rail fr
BNSF Expands Phoenix-Dallas Rail Intermodal Service to Six Days Weekly
BNSF Railway has significantly expanded its intermodal rail service connecting the Phoenix metropolitan area with the Dallas-Fort Worth region, increasing operational frequency to six days per week. T
Intermodal Offers 34% Savings Over Truckload Amid Market Softness
FreightWaves' latest SONAR market analysis reveals that apparent softness in the freight market masks underlying strength, particularly in intermodal transportation. The headline finding is striking:
2Q26 Freight Rail Volumes Surge: Washington Policy Shifts
The second quarter of 2026 presents a critical juncture for North American freight rail operations, with volume projections indicating material shifts in transportation demand patterns. The article re
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
U.S. Rail Carload and Intermodal Volumes Surge in July
The Association of American Railroads released its July 'Rail Industry Overview' showing accelerating carload and intermodal container volumes across the U.S. rail network. This positive momentum indi
BNSF Rejects UP/NS Merger Plan; Fourth Application Fails
The proposed merger between Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) continues to face significant regulatory and competitive opposition. BNSF CEO Katie Farmer's latest statement indicates that de
CN Backs UP-NS Merger Deal, Gains Shipper Access
Canadian National has agreed not to contest the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, a pivotal shift in North American rail consolidation. Under the deal framework, CN will gain
Noáin Freight Terminal Quadruples Capacity in Spain
The Noáin Freight Terminal has commenced operations with a significant expansion—quadrupling its previous capacity. This infrastructure upgrade represents a meaningful investment in rail-based logisti
Brazil Rail Freight Hits Record 554M Tons in 2025
Brazil's freight rail system achieved a record throughput of 554.48 million useful tons in 2025, representing 2.6% growth year-over-year. This milestone underscores the critical role rail infrastructu
Mexico Rail Freight Surges as Intermodal Traffic Accelerates
Mexico's rail freight sector is experiencing robust growth, with intermodal traffic—the combination of rail, truck, and container movements—accelerating notably. This development signals strengthening
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
China State Railway Updates Freight Operations Strategy
The article references an announcement from China State Railway Group Co., Ltd., though specific details are limited in the provided excerpt. China State Railways plays a critical role in domestic fre
Iran Railway Expands Freight with Private Sector Deals
Iran's national railway has entered into new freight agreements with private sector operators, signaling a strategic shift toward capacity expansion and operational modernization in rail logistics. Th
CSX Outlines Rail Freight Growth Strategy Amid Efficiency Push
CSX Corporation has articulated a strategic vision for rail freight expansion, signaling confidence in demand recovery and operational efficiency improvements. The announcement addresses investor conc
U.S. Rail Speeds Hit Multi-Year Lows as Intermodal Volume Surges
The major U.S. Class I railroads—BNSF, CSX, Norfolk Southern, and Union Pacific—are facing significant capacity constraints as shippers redirect freight to rail to escape high fuel prices and elevated
Poland Intermodal Rail Growth Surges: 16% TEU Increase Q1 2026
Poland's intermodal rail sector has achieved significant growth in Q1 2026, with unit volumes increasing 12% and TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) expanding 16% year-over-year. This performance refle
CSX Opens $495M Baltimore Rail Tunnel, Unlocks East Coast Capacity
CSX has officially opened a $495 million infrastructure project that reconstructs the 131-year-old Howard Street Tunnel in Baltimore, enabling double-stack container rail service for the first time. T