Intermodal Industry Discusses Operational Challenges and Growth in Long Beach
What happened
At the Intermodal Association of North America’s annual expo in Long Beach, California, discussions highlighted the growth of intermodal volume despite industry headwinds. BNSF Railway President and CEO Katie Farmer noted that shippers are hesitant to use intermodal due to concerns over rates and railroad responsiveness. BNSF Railway plans to develop a Barstow International Gateway facility in southern California, which will include a rail yard and warehouses for transloading international containers.
Why it matters
The industry is focused on improving service resilience and reliability to maintain intermodal growth. BNSF Railway's planned Barstow International Gateway facility represents a strategic step to expand its intermodal franchise and serve international freight.
Who's involved
- BNSF RailwayBNSF Railway, which is planning a new gateway facility to expand its intermodal franchise.
- Port of Long BeachPort of Long Beach, which is subject to operational challenges discussed by the industry.
- Long BeachLong Beach, the location where the Intermodal Association of North America’s annual expo was held.
- Los AngelesLos Angeles, a city functionally integrated with Long Beach through shared port operations.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- BNSF RailwaySpeculative
BNSF Railway might see changes in revenue and market share as it implements the Barstow International Gateway facility.
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The entities involved
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Long Beach
city in Los Angeles County, California, United States
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