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FW News
FreightWaves deepens bench, hires top equities analyst
Mike Baudendistel, a 13-year equities analyst with deep expertise in rail, intermodal, Jones Act and transportation OEMs, joins FreightWaves as a market expert.
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August employment level reaches new low at U.S. railroads
As precision scheduled railroading takes hold, headcount levels drop to their lowest in years.
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Wabtec to consolidate Boise and Erie operations
The rail equipment manufacturer will close its Boise facility and move operations to Erie.
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House Democrats seek to slow White House plan for LNG rail shipments
Two lawmakers want more extensive review of the risks and practice of using tank cars to haul liquefied natural gas.
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U.S. rail volumes remain soft in September
Trade uncertainty and loose truck capacity continue to weigh on rail traffic.
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Shippers to benefit from Savannah if roads can keep up
The Port of Savannah’s expansion plans will benefit shippers -- so long as infrastructure needs outside the port are met.
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Short lines group celebrates Congressional support of tax credit
The trade group has been lobbying Congress to make permanent a tax credit for infrastructure investments.
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Kansas City Southern eyes energy opportunities in Mexico
The railroad, which has dedicated operations in Mexico, has invested in capital infrastructure related to energy.
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Rail authority proposes rules to make contesting rates easier
The Surface Transportation Board has proposed two rules that could ease shippers’ burdens when contesting rail rates.
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CSX chief outlines company’s changing mindset as e-commerce grows
CSX needs to be more proactive if wants to compete with trucks, CSX’s chief said.
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