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How Intermodal Transportation Companies Reduce Carbon Footprint

CLX Logistics

One of the leading ways logistics professionals provide fast and dependable service while saving money and significantly reducing their overall carbon footprint compared to standard over-the-road shipments is intermodal transportation. What is Intermodal Transportation? Sustainable Materials in Intermodal Transportation.

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Understanding Intermodal Transportation

CLX Logistics

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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Omni-Channel Strategy and Intermodal Transport in Globalized Supply Chains

Morai Logistics

Omni-channel strategies prove to be an effective method for meeting on-demand delivery for consumers and providing efficient solutions for shippers. By facilitating a customer-focused supply chain, companies can effectively meet the growing demands of their consumers. Intermodal Transportation. Omni-Channel Strategy.

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Transloading Vs. Intermodal in Logistics & Supply Chains

CLX Logistics

The main goal of transloading is always to achieve the most cost-effective and timely transportation solutions possible. What is Intermodal Transportation? Intermodal transportation uses two or more modes or carriers to transport freight from shipper to consignee.

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Fall-ing into Freight Tech: The Envase Fall Newsletter

Envase Technologies

Read the Blog. In the second Trucknology Podcast , Brian speaks to Transport DSquare and Canal Cartage to delve into the myths and preconceptions of implementing a new software system. Intermodal transportation has never required such complex management as it does today. The Implementation Blues.

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Intermodal Logistics in Extreme Weather & Environments

CLX Logistics

The first step was to implement a detailed planning process, including regular meetings between CLX’s experts and the chemical manufacturer’s logistics management team. The operation would revolve around an intermodal transportation strategy. Breaking Down Intermodal Transportation.

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5 Best Practices for Chemical Logistics Success in Times of Crisis

CLX Logistics

With intermodal transportation strategies, where road, rail, sea, and air can all play a part in a successful route, everyone needs to be on the same page to properly coordinate operations between yourself, your partners, and your clients and customers. Active Participation in Supply Chain Issues by Multiple Shipper Departments.