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Rail labor negotiationsRailroads reject union’s sick leave demands, fueling strike concerns
Shippers are warily eyeing the negotiations process in case of an economically damaging rail shutdown.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 25, 2022 -
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Port of LA cargo volumes drop as ongoing labor talks deter some shippers
The port handled 21.5% fewer containers last month compared to September 2021, and the ship backlog has receded.
By Alejandra Salgado • Oct. 20, 2022 -
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OpinionRailroads should give workers the benefits they seek
It's time to get freight rail back on track with a stable workforce and improved service, writes the National Association of Chemical Distributors.
By Eric R. Byer • Oct. 17, 2022 -
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Rail labor negotiationsRailroads back to bargaining table after large union rejects labor agreement
The National Railway Labor Conference, which is representing railroads in negotiations, said that "failed ratification does not present risk of an immediate service disruption.”
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 11, 2022 -
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BNSF plans $1.5B inland intermodal hub to ease port congestion
Instead of letting cargo crowd the docks in Los Angeles and Long Beach, the goal is to move goods further inland.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 3, 2022 -
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Ian prompts port, rail closures as it barrels toward the Carolinas
Terminals closed as hurricane-force winds are expected to batter the Southeast coast.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 30, 2022 -
Rail labor negotiationsRail strike averted as employers, unions reach tentative deal
The deal is welcome relief for shippers who had warned that a shutdown of the nation's rail system would carry catastrophic impacts.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated Sept. 15, 2022 -
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Rail labor negotiationsRailroads cut service in preparation for potential strike
Shippers are calling on Congress to intervene if railroads cannot reach an agreement with two of the largest unions by the end of the week.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 12, 2022 -
Union Pacific reports service improvements after months of congestion
The railroad is still asking shippers to limit the number of private cars on its network to build on positive momentum.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 31, 2022 -
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BNSF to end embargo on westbound shipments Sept. 4
The railroad will still work with individual shippers to manage traffic flows, noting limitations on shipments within its network helped reduce congestion.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 19, 2022 -
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As East Coast delays rise, Port of LA director appeals to shippers: ‘Come to Los Angeles’
The 109-ship queue to enter the U.S.'s largest container port had dropped 88% as of July.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 18, 2022 -
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Rail labor negotiationsRailroads should raise pay 24%, White House labor board proposes
Carriers wanted a smaller increase, but say they are ready to secure a contract as labor woes persist.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 17, 2022 -
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Plan for inland port in the middle of California’s Mojave Desert gains traction
Local officials signed off on a proposal that developers say could help relieve congestion at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 16, 2022 -
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Lawmakers seek to ban railroads from raising rates during service emergencies
A bill introduced to address rail service declines would also require carriers to include delivery service standards in contracts.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 8, 2022 -
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Regulators propose two-person train crew minimum
Railroads warn the proposal could exacerbate labor challenges that have stymied their ability to restore service.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 27, 2022 -
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BNSF extends westbound shipping embargo into August
The railroad plans to incrementally loosen the embargo due to recent velocity gains.
By Colin Campbell • July 27, 2022 -
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Empty containers buoy Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes to June record
Despite inflation and recession concerns, the results show "Americans are still spending on goods,” Executive Director Gene Seroka said.
By Colin Campbell • July 18, 2022 -
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BNSF limits westbound shipments with rise in congestion
The railroad is adding locomotives and offering vacation buybacks for workers as its service recovery “remains choppy.”
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 29, 2022 -
STB: Railroads' service recovery plans 'woefully deficient'
Four Class I railroads could face noncompliance fines of more than $8,000 a day if they fail to correct issues.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 14, 2022 -
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OpinionStronger rail oversight needed as decaying service threatens food security
Old industry weaknesses are causing major problems, particularly for shippers who have no competitive alternative.
By Robb MacKie and John Bode • June 3, 2022 -
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Stephen Lyons will be the next US port envoy
The retired general of the U.S. Transportation Command will replace John Porcari as the officer in charge of easing freight bottlenecks.
By Colin Campbell • May 31, 2022 -
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STB orders 4 railroads to give service updates as congestion disrupts shipper operations
The board will use the railroads' data over the next six months to assess whether further regulation is warranted.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 10, 2022 -
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Shippers push FMC to expand oversight on demurrage, terminal dwell fees
The National Shipper Advisory Committee wants regulators to have more oversight on intermodal cargo and ensure that costs associated with dwell fees aren't passed along to customers.
By Alejandra Salgado , Sarah Zimmerman • May 4, 2022 -
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Sherwin-Williams deploys private fleet to ease supplier transportation snarls
The paint maker is also prioritizing certain products and formulations "to make the most of the raw materials that are available to us," said CEO John Morikis.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 3, 2022 -
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Railroads say higher volumes, labor constraints present obstacles to better service
Carriers laid out plans to reduce operating inventory and ramp up hiring during an emergency hearing. But executives noted relief is likely months away.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 28, 2022
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