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(26 articles)Logistics Firms Face New Oversight Wave if Democrats Win 2026
A potential shift in Congressional control following the 2026 midterm elections could reshape the regulatory environment for transportation and logistics companies. If Democrats gain control of the Ho
E-commerce Logistics Market Set to Reach $1.65 Trillion by 2030
The e-commerce logistics market is projected to reach $1,654 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 14 percent, representing a major structural shift in global supply chains. Tra
BNSF Railway & Spearpoint Logistics Expand California Facility
BNSF Railway and Spearpoint Logistics have announced a partnership to expand service offerings at a California logistics facility. This collaboration represents a targeted capacity expansion in one of
500+ Shippers Support Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern Merger
The proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern has secured backing from more than 500 customers spanning virtually every major segment of the American freight industry. This broad-base
India's DFCs Drive Logistics Transformation & Trade Growth
India's Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) represent a strategic infrastructure investment reshaping the nation's logistics ecosystem. These specialized rail corridors, designed exclusively for freigh
Chhattisgarh Advances PM GatiShakti with Integrated Logistics Framework
Chhattisgarh has formalized two Memorandums of Understanding to accelerate the implementation of PM GatiShakti, India's flagship multimodal logistics infrastructure program. This strategic development
UP-NS Merger Advances: STB Clears Path for Full Review
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have successfully advanced their proposed merger through the Surface Transportation Board's preliminary threshold review, clearing the pathway for a full regulatory
Transport Leaders Urge Congress to Fund Infrastructure in Stop-Gap Bill
Transport industry leaders are making a direct appeal to Congress to include adequate infrastructure funding in any stop-gap or continuing resolution legislation. The advocacy reflects growing concern
Brazil to Invest $236B in Logistics by 2050, Boosting Regional Capacity
Brazil is positioned to become a significantly enhanced logistics hub in the Western Hemisphere, with expectations of US$236 billion in private investment directed toward logistics infrastructure impr
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
Russia Invests $122M in Rail Infrastructure for Agricultural Exports
Russia's announcement of a $122 million investment in rail infrastructure specifically targeted at agricultural exports represents a strategic pivot toward reinforcing domestic supply chain capabiliti
Iran-Pakistan Launch Joint Logistics Roadmap for Regional Trade
Iran and Pakistan have jointly developed a new logistics cooperation roadmap aimed at enhancing bilateral trade and supply chain efficiency between the two nations. This strategic initiative reflects
Jordan Ranks Third in Arab Logistics Performance Index
Jordan has achieved third-place ranking in logistics performance among Arab nations, according to the Logistics Performance Index assessment. This ranking reflects the country's investments in supply
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
Top Container Leasing Companies 2026: Fleet Rankings by TEU Capacity
The container leasing market remains a critical enabler of global oceanborne trade, with fleet capacity rankings providing essential intelligence for shippers and logistics operators planning their tr
Waterway Decline Forces Supply Chain Rethink Beyond Dredging
Bangladesh faces a critical waterway capacity challenge that extends far beyond seasonal dredging maintenance. The decline in inland water transport capacity, driven by siltation, climate factors, and
BVB Freight Expands North American Logistics Network
BVB Freight is expanding its North American logistics footprint in response to sustained freight demand growth across the region. This expansion signals carrier confidence in ongoing freight volume gr
UP-NS Merger Faces STB Transparency Demands Amid Integration
The proposed merger between Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS), two of North America's largest Class I railroads, is advancing despite heightened regulatory scrutiny from the Surface Transpo
Automar Launches Rail Corridor for Gioia Tauro Automotive
Automar has launched a dedicated rail corridor serving the Gioia Tauro port complex, a strategic move to enhance automotive logistics capabilities and strengthen intermodal connectivity in Southern Eu
AAR Launches Freight Rail Research Consortium
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has launched a Freight Rail Research Consortium, signaling a strategic commitment to advancing research initiatives and shaping policy discussions around ra
UP-NS $85B Rail Merger Faces STB Decision by Late July
The proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern reaches a pivotal regulatory moment on July 27, when both carriers must submit critical filings to the Surface Transportation
TFI International Dry Van Trailers: Fleet Equipment Breakdown
This article provides an operational spotlight on TFI International's dry van trailer fleet, examining the technical specifications and deployment strategies of one of North America's largest transpor
CN Railway Unveils Long-Term Freight Strategy Amid Logistics Shifts
Canadian National Railway has announced a comprehensive long-term freight strategy designed to address the evolving dynamics of North American logistics. This strategic initiative reflects CN's commit
BNSF Intermodal: How Berkshire's Rail Network Powers US Trade
BNSF Railway, owned by Berkshire Hathaway, operates one of North America's most extensive intermodal networks, combining rail efficiency with flexibility to move containerized goods across the United
37th State of Logistics Report Reveals Rail/Intermodal Trends
The 37th State of Logistics report from Logistics Management provides a comprehensive analysis of the rail and intermodal transportation sector, which forms a critical backbone of North American suppl
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