Intermodal Rail

North American shippers' intermodal satisfaction dropped in H1 due to slower trains, unreliable schedules, and more tender rejections

MSC introduces new surcharges for rail, truck, and rail-truck services due to Rhine low water levels affecting inland logistics

The Port of Virginia has launched a new direct intermodal rail service to Indianapolis, bypassing Chicago.

Russia and Pakistan are finalizing plans for their first direct rail freight service, bypassing previous Iranian obstacles

Two key rail lines at Italy's borders with Austria and Slovenia will close for a month, disrupting freight traffic

Hamburg successfully installed the 3,700-tonne Sternbrücke bridge, a key step in expanding regional rail capacity

A Scottish minister recently visited a new rail freight terminal near Inverness, emphasizing infrastructure development.

Nanchang International Land Port in China's Jiangxi province has surpassed 10,000 sea-rail intermodal freight train trips

The Port of Hamburg is expanding rail freight options to the Rhine region, offering an alternative to low water disruptions.

Ukraine is seeking a rail transit discount from Moldova to reroute cargo from the insecure Odesa port.

Algeciras Port Authority approved a €677 million investment plan for 2026-2030, with €124 million for rail infrastructure

North American intermodal transport is poised for a strong second half, boosted by rising diesel costs and elevated truck rates.

The Dutch Ministry is exploring a "coasting" method for freight trains entering terminals to enhance efficiency and reduce shunting.

A study suggests rail freight is significantly safer than trucking, especially for hazardous goods, despite public scrutiny.

Southern Spanish ports of Huelva and Seville are expanding rail freight infrastructure to boost cargo capacity and connectivity

The Port of Virginia has launched a new direct intermodal rail service to Indianapolis, bypassing Chicago for Midwest-bound cargo.

Kazakhstan's Middle Corridor has exceeded 4.5 million tonnes, boosted by a new UK fertilizer route and renewed jet fuel imports.

Baltic Hub in Gdańsk will expand its intermodal capacity with a new 37-hectare site, boosting rail freight connectivity

A critical rail bridge in Budapest, providing sole access to two major terminals, will be fully replaced by 2029

DP World successfully executed its first complete vehicle shipment in Europe, connecting Zeebrugge with Aiud by rail.

European rail freight continues to face declining volumes, with Eurostat's Q1 2026 data showing a nearly 3% drop in total tonnes.

Spain's rail freight market experienced a notable recovery and growth throughout 2025, as reported by the CNMC

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

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

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.

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

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.