Dry bulk freight news
AAR: Freight trains are safe at any length
The US Transportation Research Board (TRB) released its study on operating freight trains longer than 7500 ft.
Weekly Rail Traffic for the Week Ending August 10, 2024
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported US rail traffic for the week ending August 10, 2024.
North American rail volumes decline
According to the AAR, rail traffic across the US was largely down when compared to the same point in 2023.
North American rail traffic sees large decreases
The AAR has reported that across North America rail traffic has seen general decreases in carloads.
US weekly rail traffic sees small increase
The AAR has released its latest rail traffic data showing total weekly rail traffic has increased.
Port of Los Angeles completes rail extension
The Port of Los Angeles has completed a US$73 million on-dock rail expansion project on Pier 400.
Port of Vancouver moves to expand rail links
A new rail overpass has been approved for the Port of Vancouver and will improve community connections, safety, and trade.
North America rail traffic sees declining coal shipments
The AAR has reported on the latest rail traffic data in North America for the week as well as the relevant data for June 2024.
North American rail volumes see a broad drop
The AAR has released its latest data on North American rail traffic showing a broad decrease in rail volumes compared to 2023.
Rail traffic shows increased commodity group carloads
The AAR has reported that US rail traffic saw a positive turn with general increases in rail traffic across North America.