Container for Shipping: Your Guide to Shipping Containers from the Pros

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This post was last updated on September 30th, 2022 The shipping container you choose for your business is important. You want to make sure that it’s the right size and that it’s going to protect your items during shipping. And by understanding the best way to stack items and seal containers, you can ensure your cargo […]

Get Preferred CP Intermodal Rates & Savings with Canada’s Leading Intermodal Service Provider

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Partnering with RailGateway.ca for Optimal Savings CP Intermodal Solutions RailGateway.ca is Canada’s leading intermodal service provider and the preferred partner of CP Rail Intermodal. We offer full intermodal solutions for customers to optimize their shipping costs and increase efficiency. With our CP Rail Intermodal solutions, you can get access to preferred rates and discounts on […]

10 Types of Intermodal Cargo You Can Ship in Containers

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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, […]

The Intermodal Container: Everything You Need to Know About Containerisation!

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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 […]

Intermodal Freight Transportation: The Safest Way to Ship Your Goods

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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 […]

Intermodal Services Explained

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When it comes to the shipping industry, there are various ways to transport goods from place A to place B. However, as data has shown us, the most efficient method for cargo transportation is through intermodal transportation. What is intermodal transportation? How does it work? And when should businesses use it?  To put it simply, […]

Freight Shipments: What You Need to Know

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If you’re in the business of shipping goods, then you need to be aware of the different types of freight shipments. There are several ways to ship freight, each with advantages and disadvantages. So if you’re looking to ship your goods, read on for information about the best way to do it! The meaning of […]

The Who, What, Why and How of Intermodal Shipping (Plus how it can save you money)

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This post was last updated on December, 23rd 2022 The intermodal shipping industry has changed a lot over the last few years. More and more companies are taking advantage of the benefits of intermodal shipping to cut down on transportation costs, fuel usage, and carbon footprint emissions.  Let’s discuss intermodal freight and why you should […]

Intermodal vs Truckload Shipments: Choosing the Right Delivery For Your Cargo

Intermodal Containers and Trucks at a shipping yard

This post was last updated on May 17th, 2022 Whether you need to ship loose materials across the county or send a couple of pallets from Montreal to Edmonton’s intermodal terminal, rail, and truckload shipping are the two primary methods for moving goods. But it’s important not to use one method or the other as […]

Bill of Lading: Here is What you Need to Know About a Bill of Lading

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This post was last updated on September 4th, 2023 What is a bill of lading? This may be your question if you’re new to the shipping world. A bill of lading, also called BoL, is a document that outlines the details of a shipment. It is a document that a transport company gives a shipper […]