LONG BEACH, Calif. — Speed and visibility are two of the most important factors that can help those within the supply chain capture e-commerce market share, and intermodal is finding ways to be more competitive in the space, according to speakers at IANA Intermodal Expo 2019 here.
September 20, 2019BusinessLetters to the Editor
Letter: The UIIA and Street Turn Fees
Several ocean carriers recently began charging new fees to motor carriers for engaging in “street turn” activities. Unfortunately, trade press reports on the subject reflect some misunderstandings about the Uniform Intermodal Interchange and Facilities Access Agreement, or UIIA, and the role of the Intermodal Association of North America. I am writing to clear up this confusion for the benefit of the intermodal industry.
February 19, 2019BusinessLogistics
IANA Elects 2019 Board of Directors, Officers
The Intermodal Association of North America has installed its 2019 board of directors and officers, including two new members. The turnover took place Jan. 1, according to a Jan. 11 press release.
January 15, 2019BusinessLogistics
Intermodal Shipments Up 4.7% in Third Quarter
Intermodal shipments grew 4.7% in the third quarter as companies stepped up imports ahead of promised U.S. tariffs on foreign goods and domestic shippers shifted from highway to rail in response to rising freight rates and constraints on truck capacity.
November 6, 2018BusinessLogistics
Brokerage Within Intermodal Faces Added Complexity
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Brokerage and the spot market have been playing an increasingly important role in freight transportation, but freight brokerage in intermodal has added complexities that increase the need for strong communication and greater visibility.
September 24, 2018Business
Dave Manning Honored With IANA’s Silver Kingpin Award
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Dave Manning, president of TCW Transportation and chairman of American Trucking Associations, received the 2018 Silver Kingpin Award from the Intermodal Association of North America during the IANA Intermodal Expo 2018.
September 18, 2018Business
Intermodal Freight Volume Accelerates, Raises Capacity Concerns for 2018
Intermodal freight volume grew a solid 5.8% in the fourth quarter and set a record of 9 million international intermodal loadings for the year, according to the Intermodal Association of North America.
February 5, 2018GovernmentBusiness
IANA Panel Agrees Transportation Needs Are Dire, But They’re Not Sure About Funding
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Politicians in Washington agree on the dire need to modernize the ports, railroads and highways in the United States, but the “how do we pay for it” question sparks a debate between Democrats and Republicans.
September 27, 2017Business
IANA Honors Former Norfolk Southern Executive with Silver Kingpin Award
LONG BEACH, Calif. — The Intermodal Association of North America bestowed Robert Huffman with the Silver Kingpin Award, honoring the retired Norfolk Southern intermodal executive whose career spanned 41 years.
September 27, 2017BusinessEquipmentLogistics
Steady Growth Seen for Transloading, Supply Chain Experts Say
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Since 2007, transloading has grown at double the rate of U.S. imports, and supply chain experts believe it will become more popular because of the benefits to the entire supply chain.
September 26, 2017