Mercurygate CSX Partner to Digitize Intermodal Transport

Mercurygate CSX Partner to Digitize Intermodal Transport

MercuryGate partnered with CSX to integrate RailPlus into its TMS, streamlining multimodal booking processes and enhancing transportation visibility. This integration optimizes transportation decisions, automates reporting and notifications, and ultimately improves profitability. The collaboration aims to drive digital transformation in multimodal transportation, providing shippers with more efficient and convenient solutions. By simplifying the complexities of intermodal shipping, MercuryGate and CSX are empowering shippers to make smarter choices and improve their overall supply chain performance.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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Intermodal Freight Volumes Decline Amid Economic Slowdown

Intermodal Freight Volumes Decline Amid Economic Slowdown

According to the Intermodal Association of North America, U.S. intermodal volumes continued to decline in June, although the rate of decrease narrowed. The overall downward trend persists, primarily driven by economic downturn, changing consumer behavior, inventory adjustments, and shifts in transportation modes. The association's president believes that challenges and opportunities coexist. Inventory reshaping, cross-border trade, and the West Coast labor agreement are potential growth areas. Businesses should closely monitor the market, optimize inventory, re-evaluate transportation strategies, strengthen collaboration, and invest in technological innovation.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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Intermodal Transport Growth Halts After 25quarter Streak

Intermodal Transport Growth Halts After 25quarter Streak

The Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) reports the first decline in total intermodal volume after 25 consecutive quarters of growth. While domestic containers showed resilience, trailer volumes continued to decline, and international ISO container volumes fell more than expected. Companies should focus on the domestic container market, optimize transportation networks, strengthen collaboration with IMCs, monitor policy changes, diversify services, and embrace technological innovation to address market challenges and seize development opportunities.

01/19/2026 Logistics
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Railroad Intermodal Market Shows Signs of Recovery

Railroad Intermodal Market Shows Signs of Recovery

At a roundtable organized by Logistics Management (LM) magazine, experts discussed the 'normalization' signals of market recovery in the post-pandemic era for rail intermodal. Despite ongoing challenges, some indicators show positive signs. Experts emphasized that changing demands, capacity optimization, and technological innovation are crucial. They also pointed out that infrastructure and the policy environment remain constraints. While acknowledging existing hurdles, the experts expressed a cautiously optimistic outlook for the future of rail intermodal.

01/19/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Mexican Rail Delays Hinder US Grain Exports

Mexican Rail Delays Hinder US Grain Exports

Railway congestion in Mexico is hindering US grain exports due to surging demand and infrastructure bottlenecks. This congestion impacts trade, the economy, and supply chains, prompting active responses from various stakeholders. Long-term solutions involve increased investment, process optimization, enhanced collaboration, and the development of alternative transportation modes. Technological innovation, policy support, and diversification strategies are crucial for future development and mitigating the negative effects of these disruptions on agricultural trade flows between the US and Mexico.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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Intermodal Transport Adapts to Supply Chain Challenges Opportunities

Intermodal Transport Adapts to Supply Chain Challenges Opportunities

Larry Gross highlighted the challenges facing multimodal transportation at the RailTrends conference, including efficiency bottlenecks, market share erosion, and the ongoing supply chain crisis. He emphasized the need to rethink supply chain rules, enhance resilience, and adapt to market changes. Future growth will depend on the domestic market and proactively addressing the impact of differences between East and West Coast ports. The industry must innovate to overcome current obstacles and capitalize on emerging opportunities within a restructured global trade landscape.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Intermodal Transportations Future Expert Larry Gross Weighs In

Intermodal Transportations Future Expert Larry Gross Weighs In

Larry Gross provides an in-depth analysis of the multimodal transportation market, examining the impact of new tariff policies, freight economics, and service quality. He emphasizes that multimodal companies should embrace technological innovation, strengthen collaboration, focus on sustainable development, and improve service quality to address challenges and seize opportunities. By doing so, they can differentiate themselves and thrive in the competitive market. The analysis highlights key factors influencing the industry's future and offers strategic insights for success.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Intermodal Volume Rises Despite Economic Challenges in March

Intermodal Volume Rises Despite Economic Challenges in March

This paper analyzes multimodal transport data for March, highlighting structural divergence: overall growth but a decline in trailer transport, and strong growth in international containers. It emphasizes that growth in international trade and steady domestic economic development are driving forces, but also warns of risks from trade policies and rising costs. The paper recommends that companies adopt diversified and refined strategies, embrace new technologies, to address challenges and seize opportunities.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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North American Intermodal Market Rebounds in Q3 2025

North American Intermodal Market Rebounds in Q3 2025

The Intermodal Association of North America reports a 2.8% year-over-year increase in total North American intermodal loadings in Q3 2025, a high since 2021. Domestic containers showed steady growth, while international containers rebounded strongly. A tightening truckload market favors intermodal. While challenges remain, the long-term outlook for the market is optimistic.

12/01/2025 Logistics
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North America Sees Surge in Domestic Intermodal Transport

North America Sees Surge in Domestic Intermodal Transport

Amidst trade uncertainties, domestic intermodal transportation is becoming crucial for growth in the North American multimodal market. This analysis highlights the divergence between international and domestic markets, differences in cross-border transportation, and the phenomenon of early peak seasons. It emphasizes that domestic intermodal is key to future success, requiring a breakthrough of the 'donut effect.' Furthermore, attention should be paid to global shipping, truck supply, and other uncertainties to facilitate market share recovery and growth. The report analyzes how these factors collectively shape the current and future landscape of North American intermodal freight.

01/19/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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