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(168 articles)S&B Foods Trials 850-km Autonomous Truck-Rail Freight Route
S&B Foods' participation in an 850-kilometer autonomous truck-rail freight test represents a meaningful step in Japan's adoption of driverless logistics technology for food supply chains. This pilot p
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
CSX Intermodal Delays Disrupt Atlanta Supply Chain
CSX intermodal operations in Atlanta are experiencing significant delays that are cascading through regional supply chains. The disruption is affecting customers who rely on rail-to-truck intermodal s
Mexico's Largest Railroad Scales Rail Ferry Capacity Amid Cargo Theft Overhaul
Grupo México Transportes, Mexico's largest railroad, is executing a major capacity and security expansion that signals shifting competitive dynamics in North American freight. The company has ordered
DP World Expands GCC Intermodal Network with 500,000 TEU
DP World has announced a significant expansion in its intermodal transportation capabilities across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, facilitating the movement of 500,000 TEU through integrat
Chemical Rail Shipments Surge 6% as U.S. Freight Demand Strengthens
U.S. rail freight continued its positive trajectory in the week ending August 22, 2026, with total carloads and intermodal units reaching 532,462 units—a 4.2% increase year-over-year. The most encoura
Norfolk Southern Converts 33 Locomotives to AC Power
Norfolk Southern and Wabtec Corp. have initiated a modernization program to convert 33 older ES44DC locomotives into advanced ES44ACM units equipped with AC-traction technology. This strategic investm
Dutch Provinces Shift Freight Strategy to Rail and Water
Dutch provincial authorities are implementing a strategic freight transportation initiative aimed at shifting cargo volumes from road-based trucking to rail and inland waterway networks. This represen
FESCO Launches Alternative Rail Routes to Russia's Southern Region
FESCO, a major Russian logistics operator, is actively developing alternative rail and intermodal transportation routes to serve Russia's southern regions. This strategic initiative reflects broader e
Indian Railways Deploys 360-TEU Double-Stack Train on JNPT-Vadodara Route
Indian Railways has successfully operated a double-stack long-haul train service moving 360 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) from Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) to Vadodara, marking a significa
JNPA Launches First Double-Stack DFC Rake Operations
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has initiated its first long-haul double-stack dedicated freight corridor (DFC) rake operations, marking a significant infrastructure milestone for India's s
Aroeira Launches Biomethane Sugar Route to Port of Santos
Aroeira has launched a new logistics initiative combining biomethane-powered trucks and rail transport to move sugar to Port of Santos, signaling a strategic shift toward lower-carbon supply chain ope
Luxembourg Fuel Routes Hit: Drought Halts Rail Shipments for 3 Weeks
Luxembourg's critical fuel distribution network faces a significant operational constraint as drought conditions reduce inland waterway capacity while simultaneously triggering a three-week rail closu
Norfolk Southern's Georgia Hub Powers Rail Freight Revival
Norfolk Southern is leveraging its strategically positioned Georgia hub—part of its broader "Golden Triangle" connecting Chicago, Harrisburg, and Atlanta—to capitalize on a significant resurgence in r
AP Chambers Pushes Integrated Rail System to Shift Freight From Roads
The Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry is advocating for an integrated freight system designed to increase the share of rail transport in the region's supply chain. This initiative addre
Green Cargo Posts Profit Growth Despite Volume Decline
Green Cargo, a major Nordic rail operator, has demonstrated operational efficiency improvements by posting better financial results despite a decline in transported volumes. This counterintuitive perf
TransLogistica Romania 2026 Registration Opens for Logistics Professionals
TransLogistica Romania 2026 has officially opened visitor registration, signaling the logistics and supply chain community's continued commitment to in-person knowledge sharing and networking in Easte
North American Rail Traffic Surges 4.9% on Canadian Grain Boom
North American rail traffic demonstrated broad strength in week 32, with total volume climbing 4.9% year-over-year, marking a significant uptick in freight movement across the continent. The growth wa
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
DB Cargo UK Sale Signals Major Restructuring in UK Rail Freight
DB Cargo UK, the rail freight subsidiary of German transport giant Deutsche Bahn, has been placed on the market as part of a broader corporate restructuring. This development represents a significant
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
Global Industrial Slowdown Ahead: ECRI Warns Freight Demand Set to Decline
The Economic Cycle Research Institute has issued a significant warning that global industrial activity is peaking and entering a deceleration phase, with implications reaching well beyond traditional
BNSF and NFI Launch Barstow International Gateway
BNSF Railway and NFI (Nussbaum Farm Industries) have announced a strategic partnership to develop the Barstow International Gateway, a significant intermodal logistics hub positioned to enhance freigh
DB Cargo Divests UK Rail Freight Business, Eyes Central Europe Focus
DB Cargo AG, the German logistics subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn, has initiated a strategic divestment process for its UK rail freight business, signaling a fundamental reorientation toward continental E
CONCOR Launches Morbi-Mumbai Rail Freight Service
Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) has initiated a new dedicated containerized rail freight service connecting Morbi in Gujarat to Mumbai, signaling a strategic expansion of inland transport infr
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
DB Cargo UK Put Up for Sale in Major Rail Restructuring
Deutsche Bahn has initiated a major restructuring by placing DB Cargo UK on the market for sale, signaling significant changes in UK rail freight operations. This strategic divestment reflects broader
European Rail Freight Networks Battle Winter Congestion Aftermath
European rail freight networks remain under strain as winter weather effects persist across multiple regions, creating significant congestion and operational bottlenecks. The aftermath of winter condi
Westport Rail Freight Project Advances Planning Phase
Westport's freight rail planning initiative represents a strategic infrastructure investment aimed at enhancing inland freight distribution capabilities in the Oceania region. This development signals
CMA CGM Withdraws SNCF Rail Freight Bid, European Networks Shift
CMA CGM's withdrawal from its bid to acquire a stake in SNCF's rail freight operations signals a strategic shift in the container shipping giant's approach to European land-based logistics integration
Transap Launches Specialized Log Rail Service for CMPC
Transap has unveiled a specialized rail freight service dedicated to CMPC's log transportation requirements, representing a strategic expansion in intermodal logistics capabilities for the forestry se
Boluda Shipping Adds Stadler Euro 4000 Locomotives to Fleet
Boluda Shipping has acquired Stadler Euro 4000 locomotives to enhance its rail freight operations across Europe. This equipment addition represents a routine fleet modernization effort within the comp
Rail Freight Volume Surges 2.4% YoY in Strong 2026
U.S. rail freight traffic posted solid year-over-year growth through the first 30 weeks of 2026, with total weekly carloads and intermodal units reaching 526,410—up 2.4% compared to the same period in
BNSF Accelerates Phoenix-DFW Rail Freight Service
BNSF Railway has implemented service improvements on its Phoenix-to-Dallas/Fort Worth freight corridor, a strategically important domestic rail route serving the Southwest region. This development ref
CONCOR Opens New Ennore-Hyderabad Rail Freight Route
CONCOR has launched a new dedicated rail freight service connecting Ennore (Chennai region) with Hyderabad, strengthening inland logistics connectivity across southern India. This development represen
Intermodal Terminals Weekly Review: August 5–11, 2026
This weekly review from Railway Supply provides operational intelligence on intermodal terminal performance during the week of August 5–11, 2026. While the specific details are not accessible in the p
Middle Corridor Shows Promise Despite Risks, Offers Alt Trade Route
The Middle Corridor—a rail transport route connecting China and Central Asia through the Caucasus to Europe—represents a critical diversification opportunity for global supply chains seeking alternati
DB Cargo Opens Kyiv Office to Rebuild Ukraine-Europe Rail Routes
DB Cargo, Germany's state-owned freight railway operator, has established an office in Kyiv to facilitate the restoration and expansion of rail freight connections between Ukraine and broader European
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 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
ÖBB Orders 500 New Wagons to Expand Scrap Metal Capacity
ÖBB Rail Cargo Group, Austria's leading rail freight operator, has placed a major procurement order for 500 new wagons dedicated to scrap metal transport. This significant capital investment signals g
DB InfraGO Launches Rhine Low-Water Monitoring Service
DB InfraGO has established a dedicated 'low-water coordinator' service to proactively monitor and manage disruptions caused by low water levels on the Rhine River, a critical European inland waterway
Rail freight 120x safer than trucking: Supply chain modal risk
A significant comparative safety analysis highlights that trucking operations present substantially higher accident and injury risks compared to rail freight—potentially 120 times greater according to
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
Poland emerges as Europe's leading intermodal logistics hub
Poland is consolidating its role as a premier European logistics and transportation hub, driven by expanding intermodal capabilities that integrate rail, road, and potentially other transport modes. T
MRS Logística Advances Rail Freight Transport Solutions
MRS Logística, a major Brazilian rail operator, continues to enhance its freight transport services through technological integration and operational improvements. The company's focus on rail freight
DFCCIL Sets Rail Freight Record with Peak Tonne-KM Performance
Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) has achieved a significant operational milestone by recording its highest-ever gross tonne kilometres (GTKMs) in July 2026, reflecting
CN Railway Boosts 2026 Volume Forecast on Strong Freight Demand
Canadian National Railway's decision to raise its 2026 volume outlook represents a meaningful signal of improving freight market fundamentals across North America. This upgrade suggests that CN manage
CMA CGM Exits SNCF Rail Freight Stake Bid
CMA CGM has withdrawn its bid to acquire a stake in SNCF's rail freight division, marking a significant strategic retreat from European rail consolidation efforts. This decision reflects broader chall
CMA CGM's SNCF Rail Freight Stake Bid Derailed
CMA CGM, one of the world's largest ocean shipping companies, has encountered significant difficulties in its bid to acquire a stake in SNCF's rail freight division. The failed or stalled transaction