CLX Logistics

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Intermodal is a term we see all the time in freight and supply chain logistics, but what does it actually mean? It’s pretty simple – intermodal transportation uses two or more modes or carriers to transport freight from shipper to consignee. The Intermodal Transportation Process.

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ShipLilly

JULY 11, 2019

Anyone involved in the shipping industry, and especially ocean freight shipping, is going to face a long list of Industry terms. What is intermodal shipping? Intermodal transportation is a freight delivery method that involves two or more modes of transportation. What is flatbed hauling? What is a carrier?

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CLX Logistics

APRIL 26, 2021

In the world of transportation and logistics, the chemical industry is a bit unique. The biggest differences come from the need for highly specialized containers to safely transport chemical freight, and the extensive regulations chemicals must comply with for transportation. Why Chemical Logistics is Different.

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Logistics Manager

APRIL 27, 2018

Especially in recent years in the logistics and container shipping industry, more and more of the focus has been placed on processes and costs savings and less on the people behind the scenes. As for services, the group handles general cargo, reefer cargo, project cargo, and intermodal transportation covering more than 500 ports worldwide.

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Buyer Training After-sales Logistics Network Optimization Software Training 50

Tradewinds

MARCH 13, 2019

The State of the Industry This increase is largely attributable to the fact that 20% of America’s coal and 60% of all grain are being transported via barges annually. As previously stated, this shipping industry is expected to continually grow year over year. One barge can move the equivalent of 16 rail cars or 75 truck loads.

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Tradewinds

MARCH 13, 2019

The State of the Industry This increase is largely attributable to the fact that 20% of America’s coal and 60% of all grain are being transported via barges annually. All this shipping activity equates to a $232B industry. As previously stated, this shipping industry is expected to continually grow year over year.

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 6, 2018

On the other hand, more competition may be beneficial for all competitors in an industry if it attracts external players which help to grow the entire industry. The modern assembly line is the best example of this. As a simple example, consider advertising as an upfront cost to setting up a distribution channel.

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