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.

US Rail Freight Volumes Drop in Early 2024

US Rail Freight Volumes Drop in Early 2024

Data from the Association of American Railroads shows that U.S. rail freight and intermodal volumes declined year-over-year in the first week of February, with varying performance across categories. While cumulative freight volume saw a slight increase, the decline in intermodal transportation partially offset this growth. Overall, North American rail freight volume decreased, with significant regional differences. Moving forward, railway companies need to optimize asset allocation, improve operational efficiency, expand service offerings, strengthen partnerships, embrace digitalization, and focus on sustainable development to address challenges and seize opportunities.

01/28/2026 Logistics
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Outdoor Brands Use Bing Ads for Targeted Marketing in US and Europe

Outdoor Brands Use Bing Ads for Targeted Marketing in US and Europe

This article explores how outdoor apparel brands can leverage Bing Ads search advertising to achieve precise marketing breakthroughs in European and American markets. By analyzing the characteristics of these markets and the advantages of Bing Ads, it proposes marketing strategies such as accurately targeting users, creating compelling ad content, and using data analysis to optimize ad performance. The importance of risk management is also emphasized. The focus is on using Bing Ads to effectively reach the target demographic and maximize ROI in the competitive European and American outdoor apparel market.

US Rail Freight Decline Points to Economic Slowdown

US Rail Freight Decline Points to Economic Slowdown

According to the Association of American Railroads, U.S. rail freight and intermodal traffic declined year-over-year for the week ending February 11. Carload traffic decreased by 1.6%, while intermodal volume fell sharply by 10.2%. Year-to-date, carload traffic is up slightly by 1%, but intermodal volume is down 7.7%. While North American rail carload traffic increased, intermodal volume also saw a decline. These figures reflect the complexities of the current economic environment and the challenges facing supply chains, requiring businesses to closely monitor and adapt their strategies.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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HS Codes for Agricultural Products Boost Global Trade

HS Codes for Agricultural Products Boost Global Trade

This article provides a detailed analysis of agricultural products related to HS Code 12, including endangered seeds, hops, and American ginseng. It explores their export conditions and market demand, offering insights for agricultural enterprises looking to engage in international trade.