The Utah Inland Port Authority, short-line operator TNW Corp. and the Surface Transportation Board have announced appointments and promotions.
Inland port projects and rail cargo handling facilities are among the projects awarded grants through the Department of Transportation’s RAISE program.
The Port of Long Beach is trying to innovate its way out of container gridlock. The latest move is regular shuttle trains to Utah to reduce less efficient truck moves.
Ports around the world often suffer from digital communication blackouts, inhibiting the real-time tracking of trade flows.
Privately owned short line operator Patriot Rail is planning to acquire the 26-mile short line as it eyes business opportunities in Utah.
The Port of Long Beach saw a slide in container volumes arrested in September and hopes to attract more cargo with incentives.
