Supply Chains 2024: A year in pictures

The industry saw significant upheaval, with a major container vessel crash, natural disasters and port and rail shutdowns. Here are some memorable moments.

By Kelly Stroh , Shaun Lucas • Dec. 20, 2024

How shippers can navigate West Coast rail congestion

Spiking port volumes have increased dwell times, causing some companies to consider alternative transport options.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 15, 2024

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CSX debuts double-stack rail service at the Port of Baltimore

The rail operator opened a northern route while it expects to complete the long-awaited expansion of a 1.7-mile tunnel by the end of next year.

By Colin Campbell • Nov. 7, 2024

CSX expects Hurricane Helene recovery to last into 2025

The railroad is rebuilding miles of track damaged by the tropical storm, with efforts focused on its Blue Ridge subdivision.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 7, 2024

CPKC, CSX receive approval to create Mexico-Southeast U.S. link

The railroads are creating the interchange to compete for intermodal service between the two countries.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 22, 2024

The ILA strike is over. What should shippers prioritize now?

While the strike was short-lived, it could take weeks to clear cargo backlogs and bring ports back to normal operations.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 11, 2024

Top supply chain conferences to watch in 2025

Next year’s trade shows will focus on adopting technology innovations, navigating logistics risks and securing new talent.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 1, 2024

Mexico rail backlogs disrupt grain shipping

BNSF and Union Pacific have paused shipments as demand outpaces capacity, setting up transportation challenges for exporters ahead of fall harvest.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 24, 2024

Canada’s major rail carriers have recovered from labor strife

CPKC and Canadian National say planning for a strike fueled the rapid turnaround from last month’s brief work stoppage.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 13, 2024

Teamsters Canada railroad workers appeal binding arbitration order

While the union said government action stripped it of its right to collectively bargain, trains will keep running.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 30, 2024

Canadian rail carriers’ recovery from work stoppage may take weeks

Embargoes put in place prior to the disruption have created freight backlog for Canadian National and CPKC.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 28, 2024

Labor board orders Canada’s railroads to resume operations Monday

While all parties pledged to comply, the Teamsters vowed to challenge the order in court.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 24, 2024

Teamsters’ fresh strike notice adds to continuing Canadian rail turmoil

The union delivered a 72-hour strike notice to Canadian National on Friday, while a work stoppage at CPKC remains ongoing.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 23, 2024

Canadian National to resume operations, CPKC stoppage continues

The union and representatives from both railroads are meeting this morning to continue negotiations.

By Larry Avila • Updated Aug. 23, 2024

Canada’s major rail carriers shut down

With no new labor deal, Canadian National and CPKC locked out union workers shortly after midnight Thursday.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 22, 2024

Shippers, industry groups urge resolution ahead of Canada rail strike

Some organizations are calling for the government to act if the contract stalemate can't be resolved soon.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 21, 2024

‘No possibility’ trucking can fill gap of Canada rail disruption

The British Columbia Trucking Association’s CEO says a shutdown of Canadian railroad networks will lead to a dearth in trucking activity.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 19, 2024

Canada rail strike, lockouts slated to start Thursday

The Teamsters delivered a strike notice over the weekend, while Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City said they would lock out employees.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 19, 2024

Canada rail embargoes intensify ahead of potential stoppage

The latest action by CN impacts U.S. originating intermodal railcars destined for Canada, while CPKC will discontinue domestic reefer shipments.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 14, 2024

Canada’s major rail carriers begin shipping embargoes

CPKC and Canadian National Railway have stopped shipments of hazardous goods ahead of potential work stoppage.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 13, 2024

Canada’s rail networks edge closer to disruption

Soon after regulators said any labor action would be legal as early as Aug. 22, CPKC threatened to lock out some workers.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 9, 2024

Canadian National, CPKC to resume contract talks with Teamsters

Representatives from the railroads and union agreed to meet Wednesday as a potential strike looms. 

By Larry Avila • Aug. 6, 2024

DOT Secretary Buttigieg highlights federal aid’s impact on supply chains

“Our supply chains are stronger, are more resilient, than they were three-and-a-half years ago,” he said during a keynote address Wednesday.

By David Taube • July 24, 2024

How a Canada railroad workers’ strike could affect supply chains

Logistics managers have been making contingency plans since at least May, when the threat of disruption escalated.

By Larry Avila • July 24, 2024

Supply chain data-sharing leader promoted in federal multimodal office

Andrew Petrisin, creator of the DOT's Freight Logistics Optimization Works program, has been named deputy assistant secretary.

By Colin Campbell • July 11, 2024