“California ports handle 60 percent of the nation’s imports from the Far East and more than 70 percent of California’s agricultural export trade.” Current contract disputes between the International Longshore and Warehouse Union and the Pacific Maritime Association are being … Continue reading
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2Q 2014 intermodal growth was up 8.2%, but how can this become sustainable growth?
Posted on Wednesday August 27, 2014 by
Here is a look at the Three Largest U.S. Ports, and the issues they face. 9.6% international container growth 4.3% trailer growth 7.6% domestic container growth The Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) recently reported that a rebounding economy, higher … Continue reading
The Advantages of Long Term Chassis Leasing in Chicago
Posted on Thursday August 7, 2014 by
Chicago is one of the most important intermodal ports in the U.S. for the movement of dry bulk goods. This is because it serves as one of the gateways connecting both the east- and west coast regions, in addition to … Continue reading
Despite Trending Changes in Chassis Ownership, Trucking Companies Still Make Leasing Decisions Based on Quality, Availability, and Price
Posted on Wednesday July 9, 2014 by
Cargo shipping container lines are shifting chassis ownership away from owning the equipment assets and providing intermodal container chassis themselves to requiring over-the-road truckers and regional freight haulers to provide their own chassis. Since many of these truckers cannot afford … Continue reading
