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Canadian border agents set Friday strike deadline
The union has renewed its threats to take job action if no deal is reached this week.
By Larry Avila • June 10, 2024 -
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Canada border agent strike averted, for now
The union representing border agents called off job action until further notice as mediated talks will continue until Wednesday.
By Larry Avila • June 7, 2024 -
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Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.
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Shippers, agencies plan for full return of Baltimore-bound cargo
Shipping lines have already resumed some services while federal agencies work with stakeholders to coordinate plans.
By Alejandra Carranza , Edwin Lopez • June 7, 2024 -
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Canada border disruption? What shippers should know about a possible strike
If a strike happens, shippers can expect lengthy delays moving freight on trucks between the U.S. and Canada.
By Larry Avila • Updated June 7, 2024 -
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Baltimore bridge collapseHow supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse
C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.
By Colin Campbell , Larry Avila , Alejandra Carranza • May 15, 2024 -
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Union Pacific launches premium service between Southern California and Chicago
The railroad's new domestic intermodal route cuts transit times from five to three days.
By Larry Avila • May 8, 2024 -
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How Mexico’s presidential candidates expect to leverage nearshoring
Modernizing border crossings, improving legal certainty and improving roads and rail networks were among the ideas candidates raised during a presidential debate.
By Edwin Lopez • May 2, 2024 -
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White House earmarks $1.5B in push for freight decarbonization
Federal funds will support the electrification of ports and electric truck charging infrastructure, among other projects.
By Larry Avila • April 24, 2024 -
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Baltimore bridge collapseTransportation modes absorb pressures after Baltimore bridge collapse
Delays, congestion and diversions are occurring, but supply chains are showing their resiliency.
By David Taube • April 17, 2024 -
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Union Pacific adds route between Chicago and Southern California
The new service is part of the railroad's push to convert freight from trucks to rail, saying it lowers overall costs for shippers.
By Larry Avila • April 12, 2024 -
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Savannah port sees intermodal cargo surge in March
Infrastructure and low dwell times contributed to nearly 436,000 total TEUs handled in March at the Port of Savannah.
By Alejandra Carranza • April 12, 2024 -
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Baltimore bridge collapse$8M grant will double auto capacity at Port of Baltimore’s only unaffected terminal
New parking lots at Tradepoint Atlantic will allow Sparrows Point to welcome more ships after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, President Joe Biden said.
By Colin Campbell • April 8, 2024 -
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Baltimore bridge collapseRailroads add capacity to mitigate Port of Baltimore disruptions
Norfolk Southern and CSX launched services to keep freight from the East Coast port moving.
By Larry Avila • April 5, 2024 -
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Federal regulators mandate two-person crews for Class I railroads
Rail industry executives and labor unions have clashed on the issue for the past two years.
By Larry Avila • April 2, 2024 -
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Baltimore bridge collapseRailroads scramble to keep freight moving after Baltimore port disruption
CSX and Norfolk Southern are emphasizing communication and flexibility to preserve service reliability.
By Larry Avila • March 27, 2024 -
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Sponsored by TransmetriQ – a Railinc BrandIntermodal visibility on rail: How it works and KPIs
Container visibility on rail is crucial to plan pickup times and avoid fees. Here are key events to watch.
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Railroads add Florida Express route to lure textile shippers
Norfolk Southern and Florida East Coast Railway hope an express connection with Central America will take off amid a rise in nearshoring.
By Larry Avila • March 15, 2024 -
Walmart sells intermodal assets to JB Hunt
One expert told Trucking Dive the retailer likely assessed it was better off eliminating its private intermodal fleet after reviewing operating costs.
By Larry Avila • March 4, 2024 -
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Norfolk Southern saw FedEx Ground volume jump in peak season
The railroad met with the delivery provider last year and made strategic adjustments to strengthen service, an executive said.
By Max Garland • Feb. 21, 2024 -
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CPKC, Bison Transport ink intermodal services agreement
The deal is among several partnerships between segment players to capitalize on growing cross-border shipping traffic.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 15, 2024 -
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Railroads target safety, service improvements to lure shippers in 2024
Boosting network efficiency is a key step in convincing shippers to shift their freight to intermodal, rail executives said.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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South Carolina Ports Authority cargo volumes dip 4% in December YoY
While YoY volumes are down, containers moved inland by rail are back up to pre-pandemic levels, according to a release from the port.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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From geopolitics to inflation: 2024’s supply chain trends and risks
Companies are adjusting their strategies at every step of the supply chain to position themselves for success in the year ahead.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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8 logistics trends to watch in 2024
Risk is sparing no mode of transportation in 2024 as geopolitics, labor talks, freight demand and capacity fluctuations will continue to alter supply chain strategies.
By Larry Avila , Max Garland , Alejandra Carranza , Kelly Stroh • Jan. 30, 2024 -
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Port of Long Beach cargo volumes rise 30% YoY in December
The strong end to the year comes as the port is “laying the tracks” to prepare for increased rail demand from shippers.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 25, 2024
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