Rail Freight

Logistics UK welcomes Jonathan Reynolds' reappointment as Trade Secretary, expecting continued economic growth and investment focus.

The EU will not impose penalties for methane emission non-compliance on energy imports until 2030, despite rules starting in 2027

UK rail freight volumes fell to a 20-year low between April 2025 and March 2026, according to the Office of Rail and Road

Maersk warns of potential intermodal rail disruptions from Italian ports due to summer infrastructure works until September

Rail freight traffic between Kazakhstan and China saw a 9% increase in the first half of 2026, reflecting growing trade volumes

Middle Corridor nations are developing new terminal and transshipment facilities to enhance the China-Europe rail connection

A rally in Canfranc, Spain, called for the reopening of the Pau-Canfranc cross-border rail line, closed since 1970

The Danube River's water levels have dropped to a 1996 low, disrupting grain barge traffic and irrigation in Romania

J.B. Hunt's strong earnings were largely driven by a historic growth in intermodal usage.

A global diesel supply deficit is developing, potentially increasing tanker demand and freight rates for refined products

A significant 3.0% decline in building permits has exceeded expectations, signaling potential economic caution and construction sector…

J.B. Hunt set a new intermodal volume record in Q2, as shippers increasingly favor intermodal due to truckload capacity constraints and…

Private equity firms express optimism for freight M&A in the next 12-18 months, driven by economic stability and recovering rates.

Intermodal transport is gaining traction as shippers prioritize cost reductions amid tight warehouse capacity and diverging rate trends.

Azerbaijan is becoming a vital Eurasian logistics hub, connecting Central Asia, Europe, and the Middle East via the Middle Corridor.

Customs AI faces deployment hurdles as fragmented trade data and conflicting documents impede its transition from pilots to live operations

Spain's transport ministry faces backlash for choosing a single-track upgrade on a crucial rail link, limiting future capacity

Austria's rail freight market is seeing competitors gain ground on Rail Cargo Group, nearing an even split in market share

A new seasonal Arctic sea route is being developed to offer competitive transit times for Asia-Europe cargo, aiming to rival rail services

Sweden's Gothenburg–Borås rail line has reopened to freight traffic three weeks after a derailment.

Sweden's Gothenburg-Borås railway line has reopened, restoring freight access after a three-week closure due to a derailment

MSC is reportedly interested in acquiring the rail freight terminal at Interporto Bologna, a key Italian logistics hub

Geopolitical tensions and new tariffs are significantly altering global commodity markets, impacting supply chains and trade flows

The US administration is expected to replace Section 122 tariffs with broader Section 301 duties by the July 24 deadline

JB Hunt's Q2 revenues surged 19% to $3.5 billion, largely due to a decade-high shift from road to rail.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services exceeded Q2 expectations as shippers shift towards intermodal solutions, creating growth opportunities

Intermodal rail freight volume growth is slowing, with network issues potentially impacting traffic movement and transit times

Global diesel supplies are tightening due to Russia's export ban and Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure, affecting importing…

Spain has reopened applications for a subsidy program designed to help rail freight operators manage increased diesel prices

A new rail freight service connects the Italian ports of Gioia Tauro and Livorno to boost automotive logistics