by Peter Buxbaum Sep 25, 2023
Lumber prices – up, thanks to the Canadian wildfires
But that won’t last long if residential construction turns down.
U.S. Gulf ports benefit from growth in global wood pellet demand
Companies from a diverse set of industries burn biomass as part of decarbonization efforts.
Intermodal’s near-term future – wild cards abound
Import volumes, trucking market conditions, and a West Coast recovery are all factors.
J.B. Hunt Intermodal –turnaround expected
Carrier is adding capacity in anticipation of freight rebound.
A new premium intermodal option for Ohio shippers
UWL adds Cleveland and Columbus to its Sun Chief Express service.
The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System – an engine of environmental stewardship and supply chain resiliency
The Seaway System is committed to reducing emissions and investing in infrastructure to provide more options for North American shippers.
Seaway cargo – a mixed picture
The Seaway had its ups and downs when it came to cargo in 2022, but, as a SLSMC document observed, the waterway faced “many headwinds"
China’s economy and steel sector face headwinds
Piles of debt, shrinking real estate and construction sectors spell trouble for production and demand.
Railways gearing up for stiff Mexico intermodal competition
Temperature-controlled cargoes will likely play a big role in the lane.
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