Rail Freight

Oil prices fell as the US prepared new sanctions against Iran, potentially impacting global energy markets and shipping costs

Canada is preparing a domestic aid package for businesses impacted by U.S. tariffs, anticipating a long-term trade dispute.

DB Cargo aims to transport 4 million tonnes of CO2 annually by rail, linking German industry with European storage sites

Klaus-Michael Kühne, Kuehne+Nagel's honorary chairman and majority shareholder, passed away at 89.

A new digital twin framework from Cranfield University aims to accelerate the UK's net-zero transport goals across all modes.

Water levels on Germany's Rhine River have risen substantially after recent rain, allowing ships to load more cargo

WCAworld, a leading independent freight forwarder network, has secured a three-year platinum partnership with FIATA

The UAE is expanding its integrated logistics network across ports, railways, and airports to strengthen its global trade position.

Germany's rail infrastructure manager proposes a €112 million increase in track access charges for freight in 2027

Retailers are leveraging RFID and serialization to enhance supply chain data and combat organized theft, which cost $131M in Q1.

European rail freight is experiencing severe disruptions and capacity constraints due to ongoing infrastructure upgrades

A Swiss court ruled in favor of wagon keepers, overturning the Federal Office of Transport's wheel maintenance regulations

Freight operators must adjust services due to three weekend closures on the East Coast Main Line for engineering work.

HGK Group is developing a new 27,000 sqm trimodal logistics facility at the Port of Hamburg, set to open in 2028

Canada has paused import tariff negotiations with the US, citing a lack of progress in protecting its national interests

DB Cargo confirms it can handle extra rail freight on German tracks, mitigating Rhine low water impacts without passenger disruption

Baxter Freight received an EcoVadis Committed Badge for its progress in sustainable and responsible business practices

HGK Group is expanding its operations in the Port of Hamburg with a new 27,000-square-meter trimodal logistics center.

A new joint customs-railway inspection system is now fully operational at Guangzhou's Zengcheng West terminal, cutting wait times

Australian regulators are investigating WiseTech Global's pricing model, with the company promising full cooperation.

North Carolina is exploring inland breakbulk facilities to expand its maritime sector, focusing on specialized cargo

CargoBeamer appointed Markus Fischer CEO, with Nicolas Albrecht becoming chairman, to streamline leadership for European rail freight…

Georgian rail freight saw a 20% increase in Q2 2026, largely due to rising transit volumes on the Middle Corridor

Green Cargo, the Swedish state-owned rail operator, reported a significant increase in profitability for Q2 2026.

Luxembourg's fuel supply faces pressure from simultaneous rail and inland waterway disruptions, prompting close monitoring.

Brazilian port groups are urging the government to approve dredging on the Tapajós River due to El Niño concerns

Low water levels on the Rhine River persist, disrupting barge transport and affecting industrial output in Europe.

Mexican chassis supplier GG Trailers exits US market after new 77% countervailing duties on imports from Mexico.

Federal Reserve officials are signaling support for higher interest rates due to inflation and the re-escalation of the Iran war.

The U.S. is reportedly planning to cut tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada by half, reducing the current 50% rate.