Across the border, BNSF certifies Canada grain terminal
A major Canadian grain shipper announced it has received BNSF Railway site certification status at its Saskatchewan terminal.
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U.S. carloads outrun economic growth
The latest carload report is good news for Class I railroads, but does it indicate coming headwinds for the U.S. economy?
Near-record intermodal rail volume as trucking rates edge toward historic highs
Railroads continue to benefit from a multiplicity of issues throttling the trucking industry, as tight capacity and higher rates push more traffic to the rails.
White paper delivers AAR tech message
The Association of American Railroads released a white paper highlighting technology’s role in making the U.S. rail network more efficient, reliable, and safer.
Frac sand demand paces AAR carloads
Sand, coal and chemicals topped rail shipments for the week of May 12, while intermodal traffic outdistanced carloads again.
AAR gives Congress rail tech lesson
WASHINGTON – Technology class was in session for Congress Monday, courtesy of Class I railroads.
Hands-on for AAR, RRs D.C. tech event
The Association of American Railroads is offering an up-close view of technology as seen through a railroad lens.
Carload, intermodal traffic on the upswing
As the economy goes, so go the railroads, and the latest weekly data show an improving picture for carload commodities.
BNSF 1Q revenues, profits improve
The improving economy helped higher freight volumes boost first-quarter revenue at BNSF Railway, which also saw profits soar.
Intermodal doubles down on April carload gains
Freight traffic among U.S. railroads in April was 3.3% higher than the same month a year ago, according to the Association of American Railroads.