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Getting There: Blended Dwell and Velocity Now Best Since 4Q20

The 2022 Service Crisis is still too fresh in the minds of rail customers, inhibiting share recapture from trucks and this will remain the case for some time.

‘Shopping’ Simplified, By TransmetriQ

Railinc® ’sTransmetriQ brand has launched a new Shop Locator tool designed to reduce freight car out-of-service time for car users, owners and lessors.

Preventing Tank Car NARs With Flat Graphite Gaskets

In the tank car industry, flat gaskets play a central role as the main barrier between the valve and the tank car itself, stopping any leaks of gas or liquid.

For EV Startups, Things Are Going From Bad to Worse

Makers and suppliers of electric cars are dealing with diminishing cash, uneven sales and prospects of an unfriendly Trump administration.

U.S. Light Vehicle Sales at 3.5-year High in Nov Imports

Domestic sales of light vehicles in November reached their highest level in over three years.

Steel Output in U.S. Remains Off 2023 Pace

Mills in the U.S. have produced 2.3 percent less steel in 2024 compared with the same time frame last year.

EIA: U.S. Refining Capacity to Decline in 2025

The U.S. Energy Information Administration expects U.S. refinery capacity to be 17.9 million barrels per day at the end of 2025, about 3% less than at the beginning of this year.

Saudi Arabia Is Losing Its Iron Grip on Global Oil Markets

Rising U.S. production and internal OPEC+ pressure limit the kingdom’s sway over prices. 

Prices Drop for All Five Commodity Resins

While PE price reductions were not as apparent, they too were following the year-end price trajectory of PP, PS, PVC and PET.

Reefer Supply Tightening Amid Surging U.S. Imports

U.S. shippers face challenges securing refrigerated containers for Asian exports as volumes surge ahead of a possible U.S. port strike.

World News

Altos Hornos de Mexico’s Bankruptcy Process Advances

Altos Hornos de México announced that Víctor Manuel Aguilera has been confirmed as the bankruptcy trustee by the Commercial Bankruptcy Court.
 

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