Intermodal

News from the intermodal freight transportation industry.


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 Northeast LTL operator turns to Carrier Logistics Inc to boost efficiency and productivity 

AJOT | December 02, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

Carrier Logistics Inc. (CLI), veteran providers of freight management software for Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) fleets, today reported that a growing number of LTL carriers, including NJ-based PavXpress, have adopted its FACTS™ transportation and freight management system in 2020, supporting a trend that fleets are investing in critical technologies that improve operations.

Rail traffic for November and the week ending November 28, 2020

AJOT | December 02, 2020 | Intermodal | Rail

Penske Logistics to acquire trucking company Black Horse Carriers, Inc.

AJOT | December 02, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

The Pool of Pools Pilots a new temporary start/stop location in LA/Long Beach

AJOT | December 02, 2020 | Intermodal | Ports & Terminals | Trucking

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Polar King Mobile signs Refrigeration Depot as newest dealer

AJOT | December 01, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

The Polar King family of companies announces that Avon, Lake, Ohio-based Refrigeration Depot has joined on as a dealer for the newly-formed Polar King Mobile (PKM), a new and separate Polar King business unit focused on providing North America’s first affordable small refrigerated trailer solution.

TMC announces new dates for 2021 annual meeting

AJOT | December 01, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

BMW and SAP join forces to build German auto data alliance

Bloomberg | December 01, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

Nikola CEO overhauls Milton’s vision, forges new path
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Bloomberg | Top Story | December 01, 2020

Nikola CEO overhauls Milton’s vision, forges new path

Since taking the wheel at Nikola Corp. in September, Mark Russell has been adamant the electric-truck startup doesn’t need a deal with General Motors Co. to survive. Now he has to prove it -- and fast.
London’s long-delayed Crossrail Link gets $1.1 billion lifeline

Bloomberg | December 01, 2020 | Intermodal | Rail

 CSX to acquire Pan Am Railways in New England
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AJOT | Top Story | November 30, 2020

CSX to acquire Pan Am Railways in New England

CSX Corp. today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire New England’s Pan Am Railways, Inc. (“Pan Am”), whose rail carrier subsidiaries comprise North America’s largest regional railroad.
J.B. Hunt announces acquisition of Mass Movement, Inc.

AJOT | November 30, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

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GPA reaches Mega Rail milestone

AJOT | November 30, 2020 | Intermodal | Rail | Ports & Terminals

On the heels of achieving its busiest month on record for both container trade and Roll-on/Roll-off cargo, the Georgia Ports Authority has reached a major milestone on its Mason Mega Rail Terminal.

AAR statement on the passing of Larry Willis

AJOT | November 30, 2020 | Intermodal | Rail

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Retailer PVH Corp. honors Averitt with Leaders in Service Award

AJOT | November 30, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

Averitt Express has been honored by American clothing company PVH Corp. (PVH) with its 2019 Leaders in Service award. Known for its long line of major clothing brands such as Van Heusen, Tommy Hilfiger, and Calvin Klein, PVH selected Averitt as a recipient of this year’s award as a result of the transportation and logistics provider’s ability to meet and exceed operational goals, including on-time performance.

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Nikola tumbles after plans scrapped with GM

Bloomberg | November 30, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

General Motors Co. scaled back a partnership with clean-energy trucking startup Nikola Corp., scrapping a tentative deal to jointly build an electric pickup truck and replacing it with a non-binding agreement to supply hydrogen-fuel technology.

South African buyout firms take equity in Zimbabwe border post

Bloomberg | November 30, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

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CV demand reaping rewards of COVID-related services-to-goods substitution

AJOT | November 25, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

In the release of its Commercial Vehicle Dealer Digest, ACT Research reported even before the pandemic plunge in Q2, there was never serious doubt that the demand for commercial vehicles would rise in 2021.

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Automated trucks market players eyelucrative opportunities as investment in automation grow: Fact.MR

AJOT | November 25, 2020 | Intermodal | Trucking

The innovation in automated trucks has made it possible to transport goods and materials without manual support. The technology is hailed by the automotive sector since it has helped them in significantly curbing the risk of accidents caused due to negligence. Automated trucks also are considered an environment-friendly option for transporting goods since they use gas and energy in lesser volume.

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