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3 Reasons Why Intermodal Transportation is an Attractive Alternative to Long-Haul Trucking

Logistics Viewpoints

A shortage of drivers in the trucking industry is creating some painful dilemmas for transportation buyers and logistics managers.

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Omni-Channel Strategy and Intermodal Transport in Globalized Supply Chains

Morai Logistics

Research presented supports an industry shift from traditional to Omni-channel strategy, finding that it enables third party logistic (3PL) providers to offer all distribution initiatives. Globalization and the expansion of markets, pushes 3PLs to implement intermodal transportation solutions that ensure efficient processes are available.

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Upgrading Tank Truck Lanes to CLX Intermodal Transportation Solutions

CLX Logistics

The Client was interested in introducing intermodal transportation solutions into their operation. The Client requested that CLX Logistics review transportation lanes currently used by tanker trucks to see if intermodal transportation solutions could enhance and optimize operations.

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How Intermodal Transportation Companies Reduce Carbon Footprint

CLX Logistics

There is a growing need to leverage sustainable freight transportation methods to help reduce carbon emissions and minimize damage to the planet. Let’s take a quick look at what intermodal shipping is and the carbon reduction benefits it offers to carriers. What is 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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The Intermodal Puzzle: Connection Through Chaos

Envase Technologies

How can the intermodal transportation industry possibly thrive in an age when the only constant seems to be disruption? The pressures on the industry are unprecedented. The pressures on the industry are unprecedented. But the entire economy depends on the intermodal supply chain finding solutions.

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Solve Chemical Logistics Challenges with Intermodal Transportation

CLX Logistics

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.