Rail breaks intermodal transport record — again

Rail traffic shows no signs the economy is slowing down, according to analysis from the Association of American Railroads.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 22, 2018

CSX is 'holding back' on intermodal shifts during peak season

In an earnings call, CEO Jim Foote said "dramatic changes" would wait until next year as the railroad continues to reimagine its service proposition.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 18, 2018

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Why don't railroads give better customer service?

Tired of days-long delivery windows and lacking communication, shippers at a conference said they are ready for major changes if it means better service.

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 16, 2018

Local laws may squeeze the brakes on accelerating intermodal freight

Railroads are working with state governments to ensure infrastructure investments support increased rail traffic. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 10, 2018

CSX cuts more intermodal pairs as it restructures network

The railroad is cutting nearly 300 intermodal service pairs in January as part of a multiyear effort to streamline its train routes, reduce congestion and improve its operating ratio.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 10, 2018

Moody's: Precision scheduled railroading could improve service

As of this week, most Class I railroads are operating under Harrison's railroading model. But is that a good thing?

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 3, 2018