Rail Freight

Winvic has completed infrastructure development at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton, a major rail-connected logistics hub.

A new logistics partnership will streamline construction material supply for Sizewell C via ABP's Port of Ipswich

CNH Industrial expects farm machinery demand to rebound by 2027 as existing equipment ages, prompting growers to upgrade

Shippers achieved record intermodal savings in Q2 due to increased domestic container volumes and rising truckload rates

Eurozone manufacturing activity grew at its fastest rate since April, indicating stronger factory conditions and increased new orders

Africa's trade growth from Asia is overwhelming its port and inland logistics infrastructure, causing significant bottlenecks

CMA CGM has reportedly pulled its bid for a minority stake in SNCF's Rail Logistics Europe division

Eurasian rail infrastructure is receiving $150 billion in current investments, part of a $345 billion project pipeline.

InfraRed Capital Partners has acquired a majority stake in Rail Modal Group to boost its intermodal rail and export logistics.

Drought conditions are impeding recreational boating in the Gelderland river region, with low water levels affecting marina access.

BP completed the sale of its Gelsenkirchen refinery in Germany to Klesch Group, supporting portfolio simplification and capital allocation

Flinders Port Holdings began construction on a new A$50 million intermodal precinct at Outer Harbor to boost South Australia's logistics

The EU has cut Ukraine's duty-free steel quota by 59%, a larger reduction than for other steel imports.

The Chicago PMI unexpectedly increased to 57.6, signaling strong manufacturing growth in the region

LBCT is working to reduce an intermodal container backlog caused by crane technical issues, with congestion possibly lasting into August

The Port of Virginia launched a new intermodal rail service to Indianapolis, targeting freight typically handled by New York-New Jersey.

ExxonMobil's Q2 profit of $14.7 billion, the highest since 2022, fell short of forecasts due to refining repairs

Record low water levels in Europe's major rivers are curtailing goods transport and reducing power output.

AAL Shipping delivered two 300-ton transformers to New Orleans, enabling direct vessel-to-rail transfer for US grid projects

Disputes are rising between Russia and Armenia concerning the South Caucasus Railway's operation, driven by Armenia's Western pivot.

TransNamib and Kaleido Logistics launched a rail corridor from Walvis Bay to Karibib, targeting 25,000 tonnes monthly.

A €178 per container surcharge is now active for inland shipping to and from Hengelo and Almelo due to Twentekanaal closure.

The Port of Gioia Tauro is preparing for substantial investments to improve its rail freight connectivity and intermodal operations

Record-low Rhine water levels at Kaub are severely cutting barge capacity and pushing freight rates to all-time highs

DB Cargo is nearing operational break-even as part of a major restructuring effort to improve financial viability.

Transnet aims for 61 million metric tons of coal throughput in 2026-27, driven by maintenance improvements and new rolling stock

Ukrainian Railways has confirmed a 30% increase in rail freight tariffs, effective August 1, 2026, after four years.

HŽ Cargo and Railtrans International (RTI) signed an MoU to create a joint venture for intermodal freight transport

A 24-hour national strike will halt Dutch public transport and rail services on September 9, 2026, due to FNV union protests.

ArcelorMittal, a global steel and mining firm, released its Q2 2026 results, emphasizing ongoing safety enhancements