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Explained in Detail: Intermodal and Multimodal Transportation

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This blog deals with intermodal and multimodal transportation, showcasing the differences between the two and the advantages of each. Also, get an analysis of how technology plays a crucial role in a TMS.

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Using Multimodal Transport & Multimodal Rating in Freight Management

MercuryGate

In the freight shipping and transportation market, not all shipments or shipping methods are the same. That’s why understanding the advantages of multimodal transport is a critical part of rate monitoring and expense management. One set of services don’t always apply.

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6 Things Supply Chain Decision Makers Look For in Supply Chain Logistics Partners

GlobalTranz

Multimodal Transportation Services Are Also Key to Logistics. Offering multimodal transportation services is another area where supply chain logistics experts express a need in their 3PL partners. Additionally, multimodal services and optimization help businesses drive sustainable transportation.

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BCOs and drayage planning: How global retailers apply data

FreightWaves SONAR

Drayage planning is critical in global trade It might seem like the simplest and most basic kind of shipping, but first-mile drayage planning and transport is among the most critical steps. Global supply chains rely on multimodal transport to ship goods from manufacturers that are far from their end customers.

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Modes of Transportation: Transport and Logistics

GoShip Blog

Also, rail transport doesn’t make frequent stops and uses a minimum of fuel. Intermodal and Multimodal Transport Choosing a suitable mode of transportation may be difficult, especially if you have a long and complicated route. Can you explain intermodal and multimodal transport?

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Freightera Featured in North America Cargo Logistics Conference in Vancouver on Feb 5, 2020

Freightera

.” Attendees will be cargo owners, logistics providers, multimodal transportation providers, brokers, agents, and government representatives. . The post Freightera Featured in North America Cargo Logistics Conference in Vancouver on Feb 5, 2020 appeared first on Freightera Blog. To register for the conference, click here.

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Samskip Buys Reefer Company Icepak

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The acquisition of Icepak follows other recent Samskip purchases including Dutch multimodal transport company Geest North Sea Line, British short sea operator Seawheel and reefer centers from the Netherlands-based Kloosterboer in 2005. Previously, Samskip had acquired Van Dieren Maritime and a 40 percent share in Silver Sea.