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There is a nostalgic romanticism attached to railroads, given their status as the first continental mass transit system for passengers and freight. But in the 21st century, rail transport is still a popular option for international trade. Standard gauge and broad gauge rail systems interconnect major cities throughout the U.S., Europe, South America, Asia and parts of Africa. While rail transport lacks the route flexibility and door-to-door convenience of trucks, it remains a thriving industry due to cost efficiency benefits, and its environmental friendliness compared to other transport options. More than 40% of freight within the U.S. is moved by railroads.
Large, Low Visibility Infrastructure Projects are being Planned throughout America
At-grade rail crossings – where roads intersect at the same level with railway tracks – are the second leading cause… Read More
Florida East Coast Railway Acquires New GE Locomotives
Jacksonville, FL – The Florida East Coast Railway (FECR) has completed the inaugural run of its first two new GE… Read More
GE Scores Major Indonesia Locomotive Sale
Los Angeles, CA – GE Transportation has signed a $94.3 million contract to supply 50 freight locomotives to Indonesian railway… Read More
Union Pacific Plans New Texas Rail Yard
Spring, TX – The Union Pacific Railroad has said it will move forward with plans for a new rail yard… Read More
Florida East Coast Rwy Enhances Intermodal Service
Jacksonville, FL – The Florida East Coast Railway (FECR) is expanding its services to include intermodal rail transportation between Charlotte, North… Read More
Pennsylvania Unveils New Rail Freight Investment Package
Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett has unveiled a $35.9 million investment package to fund 39 rail freight improvement projects around… Read More
KCS, Global Partners To Develop ‘Oil Train’ Terminal
Kansas City, MO – The Kansas City Southern Railway (KCS) is partnering with New England-based Global Partners LP to develop… Read More
Union Pacific Christens New Intermodal Terminal
Santa Teresa, NM – Officials from the Union Pacific Railroad and the State of New Mexico were on-hand recently to… Read More
BNSF, Ferromex Offer New Chicago-Mexico Intermodal Service
Ft. Worth, TX – BNSF Railway and Mexico’s Ferromex (FXE) are offering a new joint intermodal service between Chicago and… Read More
Port Manatee to Develop New Intermodal Hub
Palmetto, FL – Port Manatee is developing an international intermodal trade hub to assist companies from throughout the world in… Read More
World Class
Businesses are Gaining the Advantage Through Global Executive Education Programs Richard Castagna, assistant vice president of operations for the southern… Read More
THE GREEN MACHINE
TRUCK AND RAIL CARRIERS ARE RAISING THE BAR FOR SUSTAINABILITY One decade ago, Toyota determined to develop efficient “green” solutions… Read More
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