Reaction to the UK Government consultation on rail reform has been swift, particularly from the freight sector. Representative bodies have warned the Transport Secretary that…
Another Grimaldi fire, this time in the English Channel. The container and vehicle carrier Grande Brasile broadcast a distress call yesterday (18 February) just after…
The UK Government has launched a consultation on plans for their rail reform bill. A breathlessly enthusiastic release from the Department for Transport has promised…
A famous constraint on the US rail network is being relieved. Work has begun on Baltimore’s Howard Street Tunnel. The restricted loading gauge structure cannot accept double-stack intermodal trains. That is about to change.
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) would like to report growth in the sector. However, the picture is not quite as clear cut. Strong consumer…
Despite somewhat unfavourable market conditions, Swiss logistics operator Hupac kept stable volumes in 2024. The company reported minor decreases in three sectors: road consignment in…
Britain’s shortage of logistics provision is shrinking. News of new sites keeps on coming. Hot on the heels of a Manchester proposal, another is coming…