Intermodal

News from the intermodal freight transportation industry.

BTS Data reveals long-term trend in North American freight trucking

AJOT | December 20, 2024 | Intermodal | Trucking

According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics North American freight data, a long-term trend is emerging between U.S., Canada, and Mexico freight trucking. This report provides the data behind these trends in North American freight flows, highlighting changes since 2017 in the volume and value of truck traffic between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

NCFO members vote to ratify national agreement with NCCC

AJOT | December 20, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

The National Carriers Conference Committee (NCCC) is pleased to announce the ratification of a national collective bargaining agreement with the National Conference of Firemen & Oilers (NFCO). The ratified contract, which will cover NCFO-represented freight rail employees through Dec. 31, 2029, is the third national agreement ratified this month after TCU and BRC members voted to finalize their contracts in recent weeks.

FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index softens in October, falling to 1.3

AJOT | December 20, 2024 | Intermodal

SeaCube and Greensee launch revolutionary green leasing solutions for refrigerated transport

SeaCube, a global leader in refrigerated intermodal equipment leasing, has partnered with Greensee to launch innovative solutions that redefine sustainability in the refrigerated transport sector.

FRA issues final rule to strengthen freight car safety standards to help protect America’s rail network and the public

AJOT | December 19, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

New rule ensures higher safety, security, and manufacturing standards

Telegraph and Lineage announce partnership that seeks to create a more sustainable food supply chain

AJOT | December 19, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail | Logistics

Telegraph, a pioneering rail technology solutions provider, and Lineage, the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, announce Lineage’s investment in Telegraph and commercial agreement to provide Lineage rail customers with enhanced railcar telematics.

REEF Act heads tp President’s desk

AJOT | December 19, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

Legislation will restore critical railroader lifeline

FRA final rule on Safe Trains Act

AJOT | December 18, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

FRA’s final rule on the “Stopping America’s Foreign Enemies Through Rail and Infrastructure National Security (SAFE TRAINS Act)”

AAR reports rail traffic for the week ending December 14, 2024

AJOT | December 18, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending December 14, 2024.

DCLI enhances Direct ChassisLink domestic pool (DCL53) with GPS rollout

Norfolk Southern names De Oliveira VP Enterprise Resources

Nevomo and Captrain launch globally first MagRail Booster

AJOT | December 17, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

• Nevomo set to fully automate and decarbonize industrial and intermodal logistics in the most time- and cost-efficient way • MagRail Booster to enable locomotive-free rail freight transport at Bremen plant • Funded by the federal program Future of Rail Freight Transport (Z-SGV) of the German Federal Ministry of Digital and Transport (BMDV)

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AJOT | Top Story | December 17, 2024

Inland Port Greer expansion progressing to meet market demands

South Carolina Ports is enhancing its intermodal connections in South Carolina with the ongoing expansion of Inland Port Greer and construction of the Navy Base Intermodal Facility.

Delta Railroad Services launches new website as part of expanded innovation strategy

AJOT | December 16, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

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AJOT | Top Story | December 13, 2024

CN recognizes customers, suppliers, and supply chain partners for their leadership in sustainability

CN announced the recognition of 73 of its customers, suppliers, and supply chain partners, for their leadership and commitment to sustainability. Through CN’s EcoConnexions Partnership Program, the Company is celebrating businesses dedicated to building a more sustainable future by supporting climate action, reducing their environmental impact, promoting biodiversity and implementing more sustainable and ethical business practices.

Midwest Association of Rail Shippers finalizing plans for annual winter meeting January 14–16, 2025

AJOT | December 12, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

Union Pacific Expands Rail Solutions in Pacific Northwest with Agri Beef’s New Grain Facility

AJOT | December 12, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

A three-year collaboration between Union Pacific Railroad and Agri Beef, a family-owned ranch-to-table beef company, is coming to fruition with the opening of Agri Beef’s state-of-the-art grain milling facility in Nyssa, Oregon.

AAR reports rail traffic for the week ending December 7, 2024

AJOT | December 11, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail | By The Numbers

Total carloads for the week ending December 7 were 224,899 carloads, down 1.8 percent compared with the same week in 2023, while U.S. weekly intermodal volume was 295,995 containers and trailers, up 9.7 percent compared to 2023.

Mount Vernon elementary students name Ports of Indiana locomotives

AJOT | December 11, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

Ports of Indiana officials visited three elementary schools in Mount Vernon on Monday to announce winners of a competition to name two locomotives at the state’s largest port. As a tribute to the Mount Vernon High School’s Wildcats mascot, the new names of the switching locomotives at Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon will be “Wildcat Express” and “Power Paws.”