Rail Logistics

Strategies for Shippers to Manage Rail Congestion on U.S. West Coast Ports
Transportation & Delivery Strategies for Shippers to Manage Rail Congestion on U.S. West Coast Ports

Shippers are increasingly facing significant challenges navigating rail congestion at key U.S. West Coast ports, particularly Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Oakland, due to a confluence of high peak season demand, strategic rerouting to avert East and Gulf Coast strikes, and anticipated tariff hikes.

December 3, 2024
Bolivia's Evolving Logistics: Challenges and Strategies for Improvement
Transportation & Delivery Bolivia's Evolving Logistics: Challenges and Strategies for Improvement

In recent years, Bolivia's logistics sector has been experiencing an intriguing and significant transformation, primarily driven by shifts in demand from traditional oil and gas sectors to the burgeoning renewable energy and mining industries. This shift reflects broader global trends towards

November 21, 2024
Mixed Results for U.S. Rail Volumes: Declines in Carloads, Rise in Intermodal
Transportation & Delivery Mixed Results for U.S. Rail Volumes: Declines in Carloads, Rise in Intermodal

The U.S. rail industry witnessed mixed performance in carload and intermodal volumes for the week ending November 9, as detailed by the Association of American Railroads (AAR). During this period, total rail carloads fell by 3.7% year-over-year to 224,722 carloads, marking a decline from the

November 15, 2024
How Are Top Logistics Firms Shaping Mozambique's Economic Growth?
Transportation & Delivery How Are Top Logistics Firms Shaping Mozambique's Economic Growth?

Mozambique's logistics sector is on the brink of significant growth, driven by its strategic location on the East African coast, robust economic development, and expanding global trade partnerships. Serving as a critical conduit for goods traversing between landlocked African nations and

November 8, 2024
How Will the New Somerton Intermodal Terminal Impact Supply Chains?
Transportation & Delivery How Will the New Somerton Intermodal Terminal Impact Supply Chains?

The Victorian and broader national supply chains are on the brink of a significant transformation with the development of the Somerton Intermodal Terminal. This $400 million project, located in Melbourne's northern suburbs, is set to be operational by late 2025. Already 65% complete, the

November 8, 2024
Transnet Bribery Investigation Uncovers R30 Million Solicitation Scheme
Transportation & Delivery Transnet Bribery Investigation Uncovers R30 Million Solicitation Scheme

The ongoing investigation into allegations of bribery within Transnet Freight Rail (TFR), a state-owned logistics company in South Africa, has revealed disturbing details. Allegedly, a general manager in charge of safety and security solicited bribes totaling R30 million from six potential

November 4, 2024
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