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(33 articles)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
Nigerian Agency Tackles Lagos Port Corridor Congestion Crisis
Nigeria's Federal Government has announced intervention measures to address mounting congestion at the Lagos port corridor, a critical maritime gateway for West African trade. This development signals
Alstom Wins €690M Rail Upgrade Contract for European Network
Alstom has secured a EUR 690 million contract as part of a consortium to execute a comprehensive rail infrastructure upgrade package in Europe. This procurement win represents a significant capital co
GWC Group Opens Air-to-Land Corridor at Hamad Airport
GWC Group has introduced a new air-to-land logistics corridor at Hamad International Airport, marking a significant infrastructure development in the Middle East's supply chain network. This initiativ
Trump Administration Launches Supply Chain Sovereignty Initiative
The Trump administration's Department of Transportation, under Secretary Sean P. Duffy, has unveiled the American Supply Chain Sovereignty Initiative, a policy framework designed to streamline domesti
Mexico Fleet Digitization Stalled by Hardware and Operations Issues
Fleet digitization initiatives across Mexico face significant headwinds from both technological and operational constraints. Hardware availability and infrastructure limitations are creating bottlenec
Trump Administration Launches Supply Chain Sovereignty Initiative
The Trump Administration, through Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, has announced the American Supply Chain Sovereignty Initiative—a policy framework designed to streamline freight movement and
Amazon Expands Logistics Footprint with New LTL Service Launch
Amazon continues its aggressive vertical integration into logistics by launching a dedicated less-than-truckload (LTL) service, marking another significant step in building end-to-end transportation c
Turkey and Saudi Arabia Forge Logistics and Railway Agreement
Turkey and Saudi Arabia have formalized a strategic partnership focused on logistics and railway cooperation, signaling increased commitment to improving supply chain connectivity across the Middle Ea
Amazon Expands U.S. Freight Network to Serve More Businesses
Amazon has announced a significant expansion of its freight network infrastructure across the United States, signaling a major strategic shift in how the e-commerce giant is positioning itself as a lo
Total Movements Expands Overland Transport Capacity
Total Movements has announced an expansion of its overland transport capacity, signaling growth in the project forwarding and heavy-lift logistics sector. This expansion reflects rising demand for spe
St. Louis Emerges as Global Logistics Leader at FreightWeekSTL
St. Louis has positioned itself as a significant player in the global logistics landscape, as highlighted at the FreightWeekSTL event. The conference brings together industry stakeholders to discuss t
K+N Expands Air Network with Frankfurt Hub Addition
Kuehne+Nagel (K+N) is expanding its air freight network through a strategic addition at Frankfurt Airport, one of Europe's largest aviation hubs. This move represents a targeted capacity investment de
Five Years Until Long-Haul EV Trucking Becomes Viable
The Road Freight Association (RFA) has issued a significant forecast indicating that long-haul electric vehicle operations will require approximately five years to achieve commercial viability. This t
Freight Network Reaches Billion-Dollar Scale on Growth
The article highlights the evolution and remarkable growth of a major freight network that has achieved billion-dollar valuation status, signaling substantial transformation within the logistics secto
Ganga Expressway to Cut Freight Times, Save Rs 30,000 Cr Annually
India's Ganga Expressway represents a significant infrastructure investment designed to fundamentally reshape freight transportation efficiency across the subcontinent. The project promises to unlock
Air Freight Market Projected to Reach $642B by 2035
Precedence Research projects the global air freight market will reach USD 642.20 billion by 2035, representing substantial long-term growth in express cargo capacity and international logistics infras
Loconi Launches Weekly Intermodal Rail Service for Poland-Czech Route
Loconi has introduced a new weekly intermodal service connecting Poland and the Czech Republic, positioning itself to capture growing freight volumes along this Central European trade corridor. This d
USDOT 2026 Freight Strategy Reshapes US Supply Chain
The US Department of Transportation has released the Freight National Strategic Plan 2026, a comprehensive policy initiative designed to modernize and strengthen the nation's supply chain infrastructu
Federal Freight Plan and BUILD Act Drive Major Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment
The U.S. federal government is signaling a major commitment to supply chain infrastructure modernization through a comprehensive freight plan and the BUILD America 250 Act. These policy initiatives re
Federal Freight Plan and BUILD Act Drive Supply Chain Infrastructure
The U.S. federal government is announcing a comprehensive freight strategy and advancing the BUILD America 250 Act, signaling a major policy commitment to modernizing supply chain infrastructure acros
$217M FMCSA Grants Open Now: CDL, Safety & Veteran Training
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced $217 million in active grant funding across four distinct programs targeting the trucking industry's most pressing compliance and workforce challenges.
Rhenus Expands Road Freight Network Across APAC
Rhenus, a global logistics provider, is reinforcing its road freight operations throughout the Asia-Pacific region in response to sustained high demand from shippers and logistics buyers. This strateg
UP, NS Refile Rail Merger Application Targeting Regulatory Approval
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have refiled their rail-merger application, signaling renewed pursuit of regulatory approval after previous regulatory scrutiny. This represents a critical juncture
Global Freight Trucking Market to Reach $3.5T by 2032
The global freight trucking market is experiencing robust expansion, with projections indicating the sector will exceed $3.5 trillion in valuation by 2032. This sustained growth reflects underlying de
60% of South Africa's Freight Reforms Delayed Under Operation Vulindlela
Operation Vulindlela, a comprehensive freight logistics sector reform initiative in South Africa, is experiencing substantial implementation delays, with 60% of planned reforms currently behind schedu