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(7 articles)CSX Union Files Injunction After Court Blocks Strike
The U.S. freight rail industry appeared to have navigated a successful labor negotiation cycle in early July 2024, with all 12 unions ratifying national agreements through 2029. However, this apparent
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
STG Logistics Emerges From Chapter 11 as Intermodal Demand Rebounds
STG Logistics' emergence from Chapter 11 protection signals a turning point for the intermodal sector, which faced significant headwinds during the post-pandemic freight slowdown. The company's restru
Shippers Shift to Rail for Long-Haul: What It Means
A structural shift is underway in North American freight transportation as shippers increasingly choose rail over trucking for long-haul movements. This transition reflects evolving economics, capacit
Freight Transportation Trends: Latest Data and Analytics
Progressive Railroading's February 2026 report presents aggregated statistics and trend analysis across the freight transportation industry, with particular focus on rail and trucking segments. The ar
DHL Tests Rail Freight for Formula 1 Logistics in European Pilot
DHL Group has initiated a groundbreaking pilot program integrating rail freight into its Formula 1 logistics operations, marking a strategic shift toward sustainable transportation alternatives in the
UP-NS Merger Could Save Shippers $3.5B Annually
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have submitted an amended merger application to the Surface Transportation Board (STB) seeking permission to combine operations into America's first transcontinental