Intermodal

News from the intermodal freight transportation industry.

Anacostia Rail Holdings appoints Naatz as COO

AJOT Newsroom | March 05, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

Accomplished supply chain executive will support continued growth of Anacostia’s railroads with innovative, customer-focused services

AAR reports rail traffic for the week ending March 01, 2025

AJOT Newsroom | March 05, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending March 1, 2025.

CN and Iowa Northern Railway officially join their operations

AJOT Newsroom | March 03, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

CN and Iowa Northern Railway Company officially joined their operations on March 1, 2025, as previously authorized by the U.S. Surface Transportation Board.

CSX announces ratification of labor deal with IAM

AJOT Newsroom | March 03, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

CSX Corporation today announced that employees represented by The International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers (IAM) have voted to ratify the five-year collective bargaining agreement.

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AJOT Newsroom | March 03, 2025

Consolidated Chassis Management rolls out 12,000th refurbished chassis to the South Atlantic Chassis Pool ahead of schedule

Reaching critical milestone demonstrates ongoing commitment to continued investment in the region

AAR Study: Railroads drive $233 billion in economic activity, supporting nearly 750,000 jobs

AJOT Newsroom | February 28, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail | By The Numbers

A new study by the Association of American Railroads (AAR) underscores the substantial economic impact of the rail transportation industry in the United States. In 2023, the rail transportation sector contributed $233.4 billion in total economic output, supporting nearly 749,000 jobs across various industries.

Norfolk Southern wins dismissal of bondholder lawsuit over 2023 Ohio derailment

Reuters | February 28, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

A federal judge on Thursday dismissed a lawsuit accusing Norfolk Southern of causing hundreds of millions of dollars of losses for bondholders by concealing safety risks prior to the February 2023 derailment in East Palestine, Ohio of a train carrying hazardous chemicals.

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AJOT Newsroom | February 28, 2025

Alabama Port Authority breaks ground on Montgomery Rail Facility

The Alabama Port Authority, in partnership with CSX, today broke ground on the Montgomery Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF). This state-of-the-art facility will enhance freight mobility and stimulate economic growth throughout the region.

AAR reports rail traffic for the week ending February 22, 2025

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending February 22, 2025.

Realterm acquires strategic intermodal IOS facility in Venlo, Netherlands

AJOT Newsroom | February 25, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

Realterm, an independent global investment manager focused on the transportation industry, today announced the acquisition of a prime two-property intermodal logistics facility located at Horsterweg 215D-225 in Venlo, Netherlands.

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Reuters | February 24, 2025

USDOT tells employees they should respond to Musk email on accomplishments

The U.S. Transportation Department told workers they should respond to a demand by President Donald Trump's adviser Elon Musk to list their accomplishments in the past week by 11:59 p.m. ET on Monday.

Juarez named President of Floridians for Better Transportation

AJOT Newsroom | February 24, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

Will also continue leading JEJ Associates

TRAC Intermodal EVP, COO Noel named winner of 2025 International Maritime Hall of Fame Award

Will be honored at annual awards dinner on May 21

Anacostia Rail Holdings adopts advanced RailPulse Rail Car Telematics

Anacostia | February 24, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

Port of Hamburg: Growth in container throughput and rail transport

AJOT Newsroom | February 24, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail | Ports & Terminals

- Throughput at the Port of Hamburg reaches 7.8 million TEU - Conventional general cargo up 8.7 percent - Record level of US transports - Rail transports grow faster than total throughput

Railroad track pan market is projected to reach USD 464.9 million with 6.1% CAGR by 2035 | Fact.MR Report

AJOT Newsroom | February 24, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

Advanced Railroad Track pan designs tailored for specific applications expected to witness widespread adoption across various infrastructure sectors in the coming years

Keolis appoints Paul D’Alessio as Valley Metro Operations GM and Vice President

AJOT Newsroom | February 21, 2025 | Intermodal

CN recognized for commitment to delivering responsibly

AJOT Newsroom | February 21, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

“These recognitions demonstrate CN’s commitment to Delivering Responsibly and continued adherence to operating safely, being environmentally responsible, and helping build stronger communities while adhering to the highest governance standards. Our achievements and recognitions are a testament to our dedicated team of railroaders.” – Tracy Robinson, President and Chief Executive Officer at CN