North American News
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Steel prices at Glen Calder’s South Carolina factory have jumped over 15% in two weeks, while Brian Nelson’s Illinois factory can’t get current price quotes from suppliers. |
The Trump administration proposed steep new fees on Chinese-built and operated ships at U.S. ports. |
Shortline operator’s ratings steady or higher as it goes to market; revenue close to $200M. |
Amsted Digital Solutions, a global leader in freight rail onboard telematics solutions, has divested its rail transportation management system assets. |
BNSF’s Q4 2024 results included a $290 million charge from a SMART-TD agreement, allowing brakepersons to transition to conductors and engineers, addressing hiring needs. |
Anacostia Rail Holdings announced an agreement with RailPulse to expand GPS and telematics technology use on railcars. |
A string of at least 10 heists targeting BNSF trains in California and Arizona since last March have resulted in the theft of about $2 million worth of Nike sneakers. |