Intermodal Traffic Rises 1.1% for Week
U.S. intermodal traffic rose 1.1% in the first week in April compared with a year ago, the Association of American Railroads said.
April 13, 2012Consumer Confidence Declines
Consumer confidence decreased this month, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index released Friday.
April 13, 2012Quiet Logistics Hired by Vida Shoes
Distribution and warehouse operator Quiet Logistics has been enlisted by footwear maker Vida Shoes International Inc. to handle fulfillment for online orders.
April 12, 2012Railroad Crossing Rule Still Being Considered
While the notion that trucks should not stop on a railroad track seems to make a lot of sense, federal regulars have yet to finalize a proposed federal railroad grade crossing rule that they say would save lives.
April 10, 2012Entrec Acquires Singer Companies
Canadian carrier Entrec Transportation Services on Monday said it has purchased the Singer Specialized Group of Companies for C$15.3 million in stock and cash, minus the value of long-term debt.
April 9, 2012Great Dane Opens Factory, Begins Work on Design Lab
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Great Dane Trailers unveiled two major expansion projects for its operations in the Savannah area last week, officially opening the doors on its ninth manufacturing plant and breaking ground for an engineering and testing facility.
April 9, 2012Dramatic Texas Tornados Damage Equipment at Three Truck Facilities; No Injuries Reported
A burst of tornados struck the Dallas area last week, severely damaging trucks and trailers at a Schneider National Inc. terminal, a truck dealer’s facility and a trailer dealer’s lot.
April 9, 2012New Trailer Orders Decline 4%, but Makers Remain Confident
Customers ordered a net total of 21,800 new commercial trailers in February, a 4% drop from last February, ACT Research Co. reported, but manufacturers were confident it was just a temporary lull.
April 9, 2012Intermodal Traffic Rises 3.6% for Week
U.S. intermodal traffic rose 3.6% for the week ended Saturday from a year ago, the Association of American Railroads said.
April 6, 2012Rails Coax Brokers, Shippers to Fill Trains Via Intermodal
SAN ANTONIO — Transportation brokers have an underused opportunity to move freight via intermodal shipping, but those rail shipments can require special attention, several industry experts said.
April 5, 2012