CD Cargo delivers grain from Ukraine to Germany
CD Cargo, in cooperation with other partners, has taken the first train with corn from the Ukraine to the German port of Brake.
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Grindrod’s Matola terminal receives second coal train
Grindrod’s Matola terminal at the Port of Maputo has received a second train carrying coal from Botswana.
DB Cargo UK launches new campaign to encourage modal shift from road to rail
DB Cargo is teaming up with some of Britain’s biggest businesses to lobby the UK government to set a legally-binding target for a future modal shift from road to rail transportation.
IntelliTrans helps freight rail service providers improve rail operations
IntelliTrans discusses the recent service disruptions of Class 1 railroads that led to revenue losses and additional freight expenses for shippers.
Wabtec to acquire Trimble’s Been Vision business
Wabtec Corp. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Trimble’s Beena Vision business.
CD Cargo becomes carrier in Croatia
On 4 April 2022, CD Cargo ADRIA received all necessary authorisations to operate rail freight operation in Croatia.
Furrer+Frey GB, Tarmac and GB Railfreight trial electrification system for rail freight terminals
Furrer+Frey GB, Tarmac and GB Railfreight are trialling the UK’s first electrification system for rail freight terminals, supporting the path to net zero rail.
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IntelliTrans gives rail freight shippers guidance on Carta Porte
IntelliTrans counsels its rail freight clients on the Carta Porte restriction, which went into effect 1 January 2022.
Associated British Ports make requests to improve freight routes
Associated British Ports will be responding to Transport for the North’s consultation on their Future Freight and Logistics Strategy with some key ‘asks’ that will help improve the way freight is moved and unlock future economic growth in a sustainable way.
University of Huddersfield and DB Cargo UK announce research and innovation collaboration
The University of Huddersfield and DB Cargo UK have announced a new, framework research and innovation collaboration.
CP and Canpotex enter new long-term agreement
CP is the primary rail transportation provider supporting delivery of Canadian potash to Canpotex's overseas export markets.
Aurizon supports Lynas growth
Australia’s largest rail freight business, Aurizon is supporting the growth trajectory of Lynas Rare Earths.
AWO releases environmental stewardship best practices
The AWO has released environmental stewardship best practices for the tugboat, towboat, and barge industry.
CP and KCS file application for single-line rail network
Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern merger application with STB to create only single-line rail network linking US, Mexico, and Canada.
CN Board appoints new Independent Director
Jo-ann dePass Olsovsky will serve on the company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately.