BNSF is generally striving to improve safety, but that message doesn’t always reach workers who often don’t feel comfortable reporting safety concerns, according to an assessment.
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Panama Canal Eases Limits That Caused Shipping Bottleneck
The Panama Canal is lifting restrictions that caused a global shipping bottleneck as water levels normalize after a severe drought.
August 27, 2024Back-to-Work Order Issued for Two Major Canada Railroads
TORONTO — The Canadian arbitrator appointed to resolve a railroad labor dispute to protect the North American economy has ordered employees at two major railroads back to work.
August 26, 2024Strike Looms Again as Teamsters Serve CN Notice for Aug. 26
A union filed strike notice against Canada’s largest railway on Aug. 23 just hours after trains began rolling again, likely derailing plans to revive vital shipping networks.
August 23, 2024TxDOT to Assume Control of Key Freight Route, Cut Toll Costs
The Texas Transportation Commission is proceeding with a $1.73 billion buyout to take over state Highway 288 tolling operations to lower fares.
August 23, 2024CVC and DSV Compete in $15.6B Bid for DB Schenker Unit
Deutsche Bahn is currently evaluating the final offers and needs to discuss with the government on CVC’s proposal.
August 23, 2024CPKC, CN Prepare to Restart After Labor Dispute Intervention
Canada’s two largest railways are preparing to restart operations after the country's government stepped in to try to end a labor dispute that has halted freight movement.
August 23, 2024CN Will End Its Lockout Immediately, Rail Official Says
TORONTO — CN is ending its lockout immediately and moving forward with a plan to get its trains moving again following an order to enter forced arbitration with its union, a rail official says.
August 22, 2024Belgian Firm Opens Georgia Logistics Site for Equipment
Belgium’s Aertssen Logistics has opened a North American hub near the Port of Savannah in Georgia for agriculture, mining and construction machinery on a 35-acre site.
August 22, 2024Miners Tap Trucks to Sidestep Canada's Rail Stoppage
Two mining giants are rerouting shipments and turning to trucks to deal with disruptions from a Canadian railway stoppage that threatens to undermine the industry’s operations.
August 22, 2024