Name: VIDEO: Rail, intermodal shippers adapt to surging market
Uploaded: Jan 3, 2018, 3:25 PM EST
Description: JOC Executive Editor Mark Szakonyi and Larry Gross, president of Gross Transportation Consulting, discuss intermodal rail and trucking trends and how shippers can adapt in a market defined by surging volumes.

JOC Executive Editor Mark Szakonyi and Larry Gross, president of Gross Transportation Consulting, discuss intermodal rail and trucking trends and how shippers can adapt in a market defined by surging volumes.

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The growth in traffic on intra-Asian routes is a result of ongoing US demand for cloud infrastructure logistics related to the rapid development of AI technology.</p></div>

The growth in traffic on intra-Asian routes is a result of ongoing US demand for cloud infrastructure logistics related to the rapid development of AI technology.

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Intra-Asia air freight capacity tightens on US high-tech demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Airlines will continue to adjust capacity to account for shifts in volume, but the volatility of US trade policy and continued demand growth fueled by the AI boom will make this more difficult.</p></div>

Airlines will continue to adjust capacity to account for shifts in volume, but the volatility of US trade policy and continued demand growth fueled by the AI boom will make this more difficult.

E-commerce, AI demand to keep ex-Asia air freight under pressure

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Data from consultants Trade and Transport Group shows the impact of regulatory changes as de minimis traffic fell significantly while regular air cargo increased.</p></div>

Data from consultants Trade and Transport Group shows the impact of regulatory changes as de minimis traffic fell significantly while regular air cargo increased.

Rising US air freight imports from Taiwan, Vietnam offset drop in China trade 

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>As economists question whether the US consumer is finally pulling back as tariff costs increasingly show in store prices, another major generator of freight  manufacturing orders is showing signs of sputtering.</p></div>

As economists question whether the US consumer is finally pulling back as tariff costs increasingly show in store prices, another major generator of freight manufacturing orders is showing signs of sputtering.

US freight industry enters 2026 with low growth expectations

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Rising e-commerce volume out of Vietnam is being piled on top of sustained and heavy demand for high-tech shipments, with space on freighters in short supply.</p></div>

Rising e-commerce volume out of Vietnam is being piled on top of sustained and heavy demand for high-tech shipments, with space on freighters in short supply.

Black Friday demand tightens trans-Pacific air cargo capacity, elevates rates

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The weekly loop, known as the ME11 for Maersk and the IMX for partner Hapag-Lloyd, would join Maersk’s MECL service and CMA CGM’s Indamex among major carriers in resuming transits through the Red Sea and Suez.</p></div>

The weekly loop, known as the ME11 for Maersk and the IMX for partner Hapag-Lloyd, would join Maersk’s MECL service and CMA CGM’s Indamex among major carriers in resuming transits through the Red Sea and Suez.

Gemini India-Med service the next to plan return to Red Sea/Suez passage

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Tailwind Shipping, which emerged during the pandemic as a vessel operating arm of retailer Lidl, has enabled booking and shipment management tools within CargoWise, the widely used forwarding software platform.</p></div>

Tailwind Shipping, which emerged during the pandemic as a vessel operating arm of retailer Lidl, has enabled booking and shipment management tools within CargoWise, the widely used forwarding software platform.

Shipper-turned-carrier integrates with CargoWise to target forwarder business

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Canada’s eastern-most port has completed the final phase of a project that has added a new berth and increased track capacity for handling intermodal rail. </p></div>

Canada’s eastern-most port has completed the final phase of a project that has added a new berth and increased track capacity for handling intermodal rail.

Canada’s Port of Saint John ready for larger ships, more containers

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The rapidly unfolding situation in Iran and threatened US military action there is posing a “real and significant” risk that attacks on merchant shipping in the region will resume, according to the head of the Global Shippers’ Forum. </p></div>

The rapidly unfolding situation in Iran and threatened US military action there is posing a “real and significant” risk that attacks on merchant shipping in the region will resume, according to the head of the Global Shippers’ Forum. 

Regional security risk too high to consider Red Sea return: Global shipper group 

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The move follows the successful trial transits of the <i>Maersk Sebarok</i> in December and the <i>Maersk Denver</i>, which sailed through the waterway this week.</p></div>

The move follows the successful trial transits of the Maersk Sebarok in December and the Maersk Denver, which sailed through the waterway this week.

Maersk set to resume regular Suez transits on India-USEC ‘MECL’ loop – sources

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Data center construction in the US has more than doubled since 2023, helping to counterbalance slower construction of warehouses, notes Jason Miller.</p></div>

Data center construction in the US has more than doubled since 2023, helping to counterbalance slower construction of warehouses, notes Jason Miller.

‘Imperative’ that truckload carriers watch for any slowing in data center activity

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Technology analyst Gartner’s recent release of a report categorizing 4PL providers signals renewed interest in the concept, even as questions remain about which shippers it is best-suited for.</p></div>

Technology analyst Gartner’s recent release of a report categorizing 4PL providers signals renewed interest in the concept, even as questions remain about which shippers it is best-suited for.

4PL model reemerges as disruptive market dynamics buffet shippers

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Martin’s headquarters near the Los Angeles-Long Beach port complex is now integrated into SeaCube’s depot and transportation network, providing faster delivery to customers and improved regional coverage in the cold storage market.</p></div>

Martin’s headquarters near the Los Angeles-Long Beach port complex is now integrated into SeaCube’s depot and transportation network, providing faster delivery to customers and improved regional coverage in the cold storage market.

SeaCube acquires Martin Container in move to boost West Coast cold storage

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Most major carriers have set net-zero goals and are investing heavily in dual-fuel vessels that support their emissions-cutting strategies despite a lack of global regulatory support.</p></div>

Most major carriers have set net-zero goals and are investing heavily in dual-fuel vessels that support their emissions-cutting strategies despite a lack of global regulatory support.

Solid growth evident in LNG order book despite regulatory uncertainty 

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Cooperation in the form of steel-wheel interchange has fallen out of fashion as railroads have become less willing to do the necessary work that is intrinsic in the swap of volume on rail, according to Larry Gross.</p></div>

Cooperation in the form of steel-wheel interchange has fallen out of fashion as railroads have become less willing to do the necessary work that is intrinsic in the swap of volume on rail, according to Larry Gross.

Intermodal cooperation on rails has declined amid cost pressures

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>STG said the filing will reset its balance sheet and reduce debt obligations, but drayage, domestic intermodal, transloading and warehousing operations will not be affected.</p></div>

STG said the filing will reset its balance sheet and reduce debt obligations, but drayage, domestic intermodal, transloading and warehousing operations will not be affected.

STG files Ch. 11 bankruptcy, but intermodal operations remain intact

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The delays began last month after the railroad transitioned its Louisville ramp to grounded operations, but NS says it is taking steps to mitigate the backups.</p></div>

The delays began last month after the railroad transitioned its Louisville ramp to grounded operations, but NS says it is taking steps to mitigate the backups.

Drivers battling delays at Norfolk Southern terminal in Louisville

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The storm is bringing fierce winds and Arctic conditions to the region, impacting ocean, road and rail freight transport.</p></div>

The storm is bringing fierce winds and Arctic conditions to the region, impacting ocean, road and rail freight transport.

Severe winter storm disrupts North Europe port, inland operations

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Ryan Joyce, CEO of GenLogs, joins TPM Today to discuss how brokers can find business, carriers and combat freight fraud at the same time.</p></div>

Ryan Joyce, CEO of GenLogs, joins TPM Today to discuss how brokers can find business, carriers and combat freight fraud at the same time.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Freight fraud is on the rise, but the solution isn't just about playing defense—it's about leveraging data to find better partners.</p><p>Eric Johnson sits down with Ryan Joyce, CEO of GenLogs. They break down how brokers can secure their loads and source new capacity simultaneously.</p><p>• The reality of modern freight theft. </p><p>• Why hardware data beats digital noise. </p><p>• Lessons from the Intelligence Community applied to logistics</p><p>This episode was streamed live December 19, 2025 on <a href="https://letstalksupplychain.com/tpm-today/">TPM Today.</a></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="-px0iNVVPVA"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Freight fraud is on the rise, but the solution isn't just about playing defense—it's about leveraging data to find better partners. Eric Johnson sits down with Ryan Joyce, CEO of GenLogs. They break down how brokers can secure their loads and source new capacity simultaneously. • The reality of modern freight theft. • Why hardware data beats digital noise. • Lessons from the Intelligence Community applied to logistics This episode was streamed live December 19, 2025 on TPM Today.

TPM TODAY | Can You Fight Fraud and Grow Your Brokerage at the Same Time?

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Dan Bailey, CEO of Nexcade, joins TPM Today to talk about how AI agents might change the nature of ocean freight pricing, quoting and procurement. </p></div>

Dan Bailey, CEO of Nexcade, joins TPM Today to talk about how AI agents might change the nature of ocean freight pricing, quoting and procurement.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Eric Johnson converses with Dan Bailey, CEO of Nexcade, on how AI agents might fundamentally change the nature of ocean freight pricing, quoting, and procurement. </p><p>• Whether logistics teams are currently spending too much time on manual pricing and procurement tasks. </p><p>•  Whether AI can truly reflect the subtle nuances of the market like a seasoned industry professional. </p><p>•  Whether the current market is sustainable and if all the emerging AI agent companies can coexist and succeed.</p><p>If you’re interested in freight technology, artificial intelligence, or the future of procurement strategies, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.</p><p>This episode was streamed live on December 12th, 2025 on <a href="https://letstalksupplychain.com/tpm-today/">TPM Today.</a></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="LllIYMO-I0o"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Eric Johnson converses with Dan Bailey, CEO of Nexcade, on how AI agents might fundamentally change the nature of ocean freight pricing, quoting, and procurement. • Whether logistics teams are currently spending too much time on manual pricing and procurement tasks. • Whether AI can truly reflect the subtle nuances of the market like a seasoned industry professional. • Whether the current market is sustainable and if all the emerging AI agent companies can coexist and succeed. If you’re interested in freight technology, artificial intelligence, or the future of procurement strategies, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. This episode was streamed live on December 12th, 2025 on TPM Today.

TPM TODAY | The End of Manual Pricing? How AI Agents Are Rewriting Ocean Freight

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Pierre Garreau, CEO of Searoutes, joins TPM Today to address where carbon measurement still matters in international shipping.</p></div>

Pierre Garreau, CEO of Searoutes, joins TPM Today to address where carbon measurement still matters in international shipping.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Decarbonization isn’t going away — but is it losing momentum?</p><p>Pierre Garreau, PhD, CEO of Searoutes, is on TPM Today with host Eric Johnson to break down the state of carbon measurement in international shipping and what shippers need to pay attention to right now.</p><p>•  Are shippers quietly de-prioritizing their decarbonization goals?</p><p>•  What the IMO’s postponement of carbon taxes really means for global climate targets.</p><p>•. How carriers are choosing their fuel of the future — and why those decisions matter more than ever for their customers.</p><p>This episode was streamed live on December 5, 2025 on <a href="https://letstalksupplychain.com/tpm-today/">TPM Today</a>.</p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="bNweOCfoB8c"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Decarbonization isn’t going away — but is it losing momentum? Pierre Garreau, PhD, CEO of Searoutes, is on TPM Today with host Eric Johnson to break down the state of carbon measurement in international shipping and what shippers need to pay attention to right now. • Are shippers quietly de-prioritizing their decarbonization goals? • What the IMO’s postponement of carbon taxes really means for global climate targets. •. How carriers are choosing their fuel of the future — and why those decisions matter more than ever for their customers. This episode was streamed live on December 5, 2025 on TPM Today .

TPM TODAY | Future Fuel or False Start? Inside Shipping’s Big Bet

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>JOC Executive Editor Mark Szakonyi and Larry Gross, president of Gross Transportation Consulting, discuss intermodal rail and trucking trends and how shippers can adapt in a market defined by surging volumes.</p></div>

<div class="phx-topic"><p>JOC Executive Editor Mark Szakonyi and Larry Gross, president of Gross Transportation Consulting, discuss intermodal rail and trucking trends and how shippers can adapt in a market defined by surging volumes.</p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="5756548380001"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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