by admin | Aug 21, 2025 | Industry Watch
The U.S. freight rail industry may be on the brink of a historic transformation. Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS)—two of the nation’s leading Class I railroads—are exploring a merger that could create the first true coast-to-coast freight rail...
by admin | Jul 31, 2025 | Logistics Services
When it comes to intermodal freight, timing isn’t just important—it’s everything. From rail schedules and warehouse availability to Hours of Service (HOS) regulations and congestion at terminals, every delay comes with a cost. Chief among these costs are demurrage and...
by admin | Jun 12, 2025 | Logistics Services
Whimsy Intermodal’s Joliet yard offers a secure and efficient solution for container storage, scaling, and transload operations. 90+ security cameras covering 100% of the outdoor yard area 4K video resolution with immediate police response if needed 10-ft perimeter...
by admin | Mar 12, 2025 | Logistics Services
Tariffs are taxes imposed by a government on imported goods and services, serving as a tool to regulate trade between nations. Historically, tariffs have been used to protect domestic industries from foreign competition, generate government revenue, and influence...
by admin | Oct 17, 2024 | Case Studies
Amy’s Kitchenware, based in Wisconsin, wants to start a line of safe cooking glassware to rival giants like Pyrex, MadeIn, or OXO. To create her cookware Amy needs to import the main ingredients from Japan including boron trioxide, silica sand, and sodium...
