All rail freight articles – Page 3

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Transport strike to hit all modes across France

2016-05-18T15:02:01Z

Union-affiliated transport workers in France were scheduled to stage two days of strike action from today (May 18th) in protest at moves by the government to introduce a new bill deregulating the labour market without a parliamentary vote.The strikes are likely to affect all modes of transport and disrupt the ...

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China conference: Debating which way to go from here

2016-04-26T15:53:16Z

At the end of Automotive Logistics China 2016, held in Chengdu, industry decisions makers and experts discussed the importance of better logistics planning and engineering, reducing costs to stay competitive, and adapting to new technology.China’s growth continues to push the automotive supply chain and distribution network across the country, spreading ...

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TLS recognises top rail, sea and road logistics providers

2016-04-26T10:45:02Z

Left to right: D’Anne Duclos, vice-president, TLS; Daniel Meyers, director, automotive facilities, BNSF; Aaron Lakey, director automotive sales, BNSF; Katie Farmer, group vice-president, consumer products, BNSF; Dave Fleenor, assistant vice-president, automotive marketing, BNSF; Lee Hobgood, general manager, vehicle transportation, TLS; Missy Pearlman, senior rail and truck strategy and operations ...

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China conference: New Silk Road gets back on the rails

2016-04-20T11:17:12Z

Updated April 24th to correct a quote misattributed to GefcoLong-distance rail freight between China and Europe is coming on apace, delegates at this week’s Automotive Logistics China 2016 conference, held in Chengdu, have heard.Over the past few years, the Chinese government has been ambitious in promoting its 'One Belt, One ...