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Union Pacific's recent launch of a new direct service connecting Southern California to metro Chicago represents a significant step forward in supply chain logistics, such as faster transit times and lower drayage costs for shippers. By offering faster transit times and reducing drayage costs, this initiative aligns with their goal of promoting intermodal transportation and easing roadway congestion. It showcases their commitment to meeting customer needs while simultaneously enhancing network efficiencies. This move not only benefits shippers but also contributes to broader efforts to optimize freight movement and reduce environmental impact. This is a win-win for supply chain optimization and reducing roadway congestion! #SupplyChain #Logistics #IntermodalTransport

Union Pacific's recent launch of a new direct service connecting Southern California to metro Chicago represents a significant step forward in supply chain logistics, such as faster transit times and lower drayage costs for shippers. By offering faster transit times and reducing drayage costs, this initiative aligns with their goal of promoting intermodal transportation and easing roadway congestion. It showcases their commitment to meeting customer needs while simultaneously enhancing network efficiencies. This move not only benefits shippers but also contributes to broader efforts to optimize freight movement and reduce environmental impact. This is a win-win for supply chain optimization and reducing roadway congestion! #SupplyChain #Logistics #IntermodalTransport

BNSF’s intermodal facilities use cranes to load containers on and off trains for further movement by railroad or truck. We were the first U.S. rail carrier to use wide-span electric cranes and last year we were first again, developing a wireless solution to remotely operate these cranes at our Logistics Park Chicago facility. Starting early next year, we’re excited to add wireless capability to our Logistics Park Kansas City and Memphis facilities. Not only do these cranes reduce the time to lift containers and increase facility capacity, they enhance safety by enabling crane operators to work in nearby office space, eliminating the need to climb nearly five stories to the crane’s cab. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3XvNyvU #freight #logistics #intermodal #safety

And from Norfolk Southern: "We are currently experiencing lift machine-related challenges at our Cincinnati (Gest St.) Intermodal Facility. As a result, increased driver dwell should be expected when ingating or outgating domestic shipments at the facility today. International shipments are temporarily unavailable until further notice." If it persists, I'll follow up with NS, but certainly I would imagine NS will not consider this a chargeable day in terms of demurrage fees since a precondition of calling it a chargeable day, in my opinion, would be that the container is available to be picked up. UPDATED: ALL CLEAR in Cincinnati. Operations normal.

Lake County's supply chain can't be beat. With the nearby Waukegan Port District and Port of Chicago and the proximity of factories, warehouses and rail lines, local businesses are at a strategic crossroads for goods distribution. The region is also one of the largest rail corridors in North America. Illinois has seven class I railroads and the largest intermodal system in the U.S. #transportation #globalaccess #business #supplychain https://hubs.li/Q028vFkT0

More topics like this to be covered at the next Broker Carrier Summit in October in Fort Worth! Registration is open!

As a Chicago native with professional ties to Los Angeles, I find myself navigating the congested I-405 four to five times a year. Any effort to streamline our transit networks and alleviate congestion on our nation’s highways is a welcome development in my view. Recently, Union Pacific Railroad launched a direct intermodal service connecting Southern California to the heart of Chicago. This initiative not only promises more efficient logistics and lower costs but also supports environmental efforts by reducing CO2 emissions through fewer over-the-road shipments. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g4x_9KWV Service transit times for eastbound and westbound shipments will be about four to six days, offering a speedy alternative for moving goods. This new service could redefine shipping and distribution tactics for those operating between these two major hubs. If you’re considering leveraging these routes for your business, I’d be thrilled to discuss how this could enhance your facility network strategy. #supplychain #chicago #losangeles #industrialrealestate

Freight Shipping To and From Dallas, TX: A Closer Look We discuss the significance of #Dallas as a key #shipping city, highlighting its strategic location within Texas and its role as a major #transportation hub. It outlines key industries influencing shipping in Dallas, such as defense, financial services, and telecommunications, and describes the city's extensive #highway network.

🚛 Big News in Truck Parking: Two Major Operators Are Joining Forces 🚛 "We Realize Inc." and "StoreMyTruck," two of the nation’s top truck parking operators, are merging to create the largest truck parking network in the world! The announcement was made by Cody Horchak and Keith Cristal, the founders and CEOs of each company, at the recent Industrial Outdoor Storage Summit in Atlanta. With the ongoing demand for more truck parking across the U.S., this merger aims to rapidly increase the availability of safe, convenient spots where they’re needed most. By the end of 2024, the combined companies expect to operate more than 200 sites nationwide, offering secure, well-lit lots near major highways, along with 24/7 surveillance, private restrooms, and showers. They're also expanding into new states like Arizona, New Jersey, and Virginia to better serve drivers and carriers across the country. #FreightCenter #3PL #Logistics #TruckParking #LogisticsNews #FreightIndustry #SupplyChain

Check out our latest blog post discussing the importance of maintaining smooth loading bay operations for streamlined logistics. 🚚 Loading bays are the lifeline of warehouses, but upkeep can be challenging. At Chase Equipment, we provide tailored maintenance support for industrial doors and dock levellers, ensuring peak performance regardless of make or model. Read more about the significance of loading bay maintenance in facilities management in our recent blog: https://loom.ly/aYyMBjY #Logistics 📦 #WarehouseManagement 🏭