Canada’s Domestic Intermodal Shipping Industry. How Does Your Business Fit-in?
This post was last updated on December 12th, 2022. Canada’s domestic intermodal industry is one of its most vibrant industries. It was built on a foundation of good ideas and innovation, which continues with constant change and growth. The domestic intermodal transportation industry has been steadily growing over the years and employs close to 1M people […]
Intermodal and Multimodal Transportation: What’s the Best Option For Your Business?
This post was last updated on May 17th, 2022 When it comes to delivering your goods to the other side of Canada or even to the other side of the world, shipping through several transportation modes comes naturally as the answer to overcome natural barriers, be cheaper or even faster. However, did you know that […]
Transloading Vs. Intermodal Shipping: What is the Difference?
This post was last updated on October 2nd, 2023 Shipping has changed quite a bit in the last few years. It’s no longer just about moving products from one place to another; transport has evolved into an entirely new realm of complexity. In this post, we will discuss the handling of the merchandise when it […]
Intermodal Definitions: Your Go-To Guide for Terminology and Definitions
Do you know the definition of intermodal? How about breakbulk, or even drayage? If not, then this is the post for you. We built this handy go-to guide to define and explain all the terms anyone would need to know regarding intermodal transportation. You need to know the terminology’s meaning to ensure you get all […]
Intermodal Freight Transportation: The Safest Way to Ship Your Goods
This post was last updated on March 31st, 2022 Sending high volumes of goods via intermodal freight can be tricky and scary. What if the merchandise is damaged during transport? What if it’s stolen? What if it never arrives at its destination? These are typical concerns that business owners have when shipping their goods. But […]
Meet the Intermodal Carriers: Understanding Who They Are and How to Work With Them
This post was last updated on October 2nd, 2023 Intermodal carriers are an important part of the transportation industry. They’re a vital service and organizations looking for efficient freight transportation across North America should not overlook the intermodal shipping industry. It’s not about picking a single mode of transportation or expediting the delivery of your […]
10 Types of Intermodal Cargo You Can Ship in Containers
This post was last updated on January 25th, 2024 Have you ever wondered what type of intermodal cargo you can ship? Have you ever thought about shipping your products through Intermodal shipping? It’s a fantastic method of transporting goods from one place to another. And combining the advantages of each mode, truck, rail, or ship, […]
16 Common Intermodal Accessorial Charges All Shippers Should Be Aware Of
This post was last updated on January 16th, 2023 Every month, we ship thousands of shipments with our rail partners across Canada and cross border into the US with all types of goods – from food to clothing, electronics, and machinery. That means we know the details of intermodal rail transportation and how important it […]
Container Bites: Interesting Intermodal Container Stats and Tid Bits
This post was last updated on March, 7th 2022 We’ve all seen intermodal containers on the back of trucks, trains, and ships. But do you know how intermodal containers work? How long have they been in use? What is their impact on society? The intermodal container is one of the most important inventions that has revolutionized global […]
The Intermodal Container: Everything You Need to Know About Containerisation!
This post was last updated on October 2nd, 2023 The intermodal container has been a fixture in the shipping industry for decades. Being one of the pillars of the success of intermodal shipping seen as the best way to transport goods over long distances, intermodal cargo containers are now being used more than ever! Even though there […]