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A photograph of a train locomotive on a train track. There is a forest next to the train track.

Joanna Marsh Thursday, June 18, 2020

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US rail volumes inch higher sequentially

Weekly rail traffic moved higher week-to-week amid growing builder confidence and higher retail sales in May. But will the upward trend last?

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A photograph of two railcars coupled together.

Joanna Marsh Thursday, June 4, 2020

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Decline in US rail volumes slows

Although rail traffic is still down significantly over 2019, that wide difference in volumes could be slowly starting to narrow.

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Brian Straight Monday, May 11, 2020

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Today’s Pickup: vHub trailer-sharing platform now integrates with telematics systems

vHub, which connects owners of underutilized trailers with those looking for short-term trailer usage, has opened its platform to integration with most telematics systems. Also,…

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Brian Straight Monday, April 27, 2020

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Trade groups outline path to retail recovery

As states begin to reopen their economies, leading retail trade groups urge the opening of all distribution centers and implementation of a three-phase reopening strategy.

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A photograph of a locomotive pulling railcars.

Joanna Marsh Thursday, April 16, 2020

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US weekly rail traffic sinks even further amid headwinds

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic is shrinking U.S. rail volumes as the housing construction and retail sectors struggle to stay afloat.

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A photograph of a train heading through a downtown area.

Joanna Marsh Thursday, April 9, 2020

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Coronavirus takes aim at North American rail traffic

North American rail volumes last week were approaching levels normally seen during Christmas and New Year’s, according to the Association of American Railroads.

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Chris Gillis Monday, March 16, 2020

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American shippers want FMC container availability rule published

“With ongoing challenges posed by the coronavirus, there is real concern about these fees being assessed when there are equipment issues beyond the control of…

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Chris Gillis Thursday, March 12, 2020

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Trade groups unite to fight forced labor in China supply chains

“As an industry representing brands and retailers, we do not tolerate forced labor in our supply chains,” said five large U.S. apparel and footwear associations.