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4 days ago
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J.B. Hunt expands premium intermodal offering to shippers in Mexico
J.B. Hunt Transport Services announced the latest iteration of Quantum, its premium intermodal offering, on Friday. Quantum de Mexico will provide cross-border service to Mexican shippers with 'service-sensitive' transportation needs utilizing the networks of Western Class I railroad BNSF Railway (NYSE: BRK.B) and Mexico's largest rail provider, GMXT. In line with J.B. Hunt's (NASDAQ: JBHT) current Quantum offering, customers can expect 95% on-time delivery and up to one less day of transit time versus the standard intermodal service. The offering is designed to better compete with time-sensitive, highway freight hauled by truck. 'Mode conversion is one of the leading opportunities businesses can leverage in today's economic environment to drive efficiency and cost savings,' said Spencer Frazier, head of sales and marketing at J.B. Hunt, in a news release. 'The collaboration we're announcing today brings the full suite of our industry-leading intermodal service and its unmatched service excellence, scale and capacity to Mexico, building on the innovative success of a 35-year relationship.'To ensure premium service, new tracking systems will provide real-time shipment visibility. Quantum loads will be given priority status for drayage moves and railcar loading and unloading. Support staff from all three companies will provide around-the-clock service. Major Mexican markets served include Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey to go along with key touch points in the U.S. like Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, the U.S. West Coast and other locations in the eastern U.S. The three companies partnered in 2024 to provide Mexico inbound-outbound intermodal service through the Eagle Pass Gateway. The new service was announced on Friday at an industry event in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. J.B. Hunt also announced the opening of a new office in Queretaro, Mexico, in conjunction with the service launch.'Quantum de México represents a significant milestone in our commitment to innovation and excellence in logistics,' said Jon Gabriel, group vice president of consumer products at BNSF. 'Expanding our reach from coast to coast allows us to harness our collective strengths and broaden our ability to deliver an unparalleled experience to our customers.' More FreightWaves articles by Todd Maiden: ArcBest taps CH Robinson veteran to fix asset-light business Truckload spot rates to continue upward trend, RXO says Activist investor pushes Forward Air to execute 'value-maximizing sale' The post J.B. Hunt expands premium intermodal offering to shippers in Mexico appeared first on FreightWaves.
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5 days ago
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J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT Launch Quantum de México for Service-Sensitive Freight Delivery
Joint effort expands availability of intermodal efficiency and cost savings to Mexico businesses PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico, May 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America; BNSF Railway (BNSF), North America's largest intermodal railroad; and GMXT, the largest rail provider in Mexico announced the launch of a new intermodal offering for Mexico businesses with service-sensitive freight delivery. The new offering - Quantum de México, a J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT service™ - will follow the successful service model of its US counterpart launched by J.B. Hunt and BNSF in November 2023. Quantum provides the consistency, agility and speed needed to transport sensitive highway freight using rail, meeting businesses' "just in time" freight needs. The service is optimized for efficiency, offering a 95+% on-time delivery rate that's up to one day faster than traditional intermodal service. The new service utilizes the latest advancements in tracking and monitoring systems, providing real-time visibility and control over shipments, minimizing delays and optimizing performance. Designated J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT support teams will provide 24x7 oversight, delivering consistent and reliable transit times including features like priority drayage as well as railcar loading and unloading. "Mode conversion is one of the leading opportunities businesses can leverage in today's economic environment to drive efficiency and cost savings," said Spencer Frazier, executive vice president of sales and marketing at J.B. Hunt. "The collaboration we're announcing today brings the full suite of our industry-leading intermodal service and its unmatched service excellence, scale and capacity to Mexico, building on the innovative success of a 35-year relationship." The three announced the new service at the Congreso Intermodal de la Asociación Mexicana del Transporte Intermodal (AMTI) in Puerto Vallarta on May 30. To support customer needs and enable growth in Mexico, J.B. Hunt has opened a new office in Queretaro, Mexico. Quantum de México will operate on key routes connecting major cities and industrial hubs in both countries. Some of the primary markets served include: US: Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, the US West Coast, and US eastern destinations Mexico: Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey "Quantum de México represents a significant milestone in our commitment to innovation and excellence in logistics," said Jon Gabriel, group vice president – consumer products at BNSF. "Expanding our reach from coast to coast allows us to harness our collective strengths and broaden our ability to deliver an unparalleled experience to our customers." In 2024, J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT launched intermodal service to and from Mexico through the Eagle Pass Gateway. Together, the three companies provide one of the most comprehensive transportation networks reaching locations throughout North America: J.B. Hunt owns and operates the largest intermodal fleet in North America with unparalleled coast-to-coast market access. BNSF operates the largest intermodal rail network in North America. GMXT is the largest rail provider in Mexico. "We have demonstrated that rail and its intermodal services are key allies to industries not only in Mexico but across North America, through a strategic alliance with J.B. Hunt and BNSF. The progress in service quality that we offer allows us to continue innovating while maintaining efficiency and reliability, with new services like Quantum de México," said Luis Hernández, vice president intermodal at GMXT. Intermodal Potential in Mexico As more businesses utilize Mexico to solve supply chain challenges, the country has grown to be one of the Top 10 exporters in the world, with more than 2/3 of those exports destined for the US. Top export industries include automotive, manufacturing, agricultural, electronics and other service-sensitive freight areas. Nearly 70% of freight transported across the Mexico/US border is moved by traditional over-the-road (OTR) highway transport. The collaboration looks to capitalize on the untapped potential of intermodal service for businesses moving freight in and out of Mexico, including converting OTR highway freight to rail intermodal and optimizing container efficiency. Intermodal conversion is the most widely available ground transportation solution for cutting carbon emissions, reducing a shipment's carbon footprint by an average of 65% compared to OTR truck transportation. About J.B. Hunt J.B. Hunt's vision is to create the most efficient transportation network in North America. The company's industry-leading solutions and mode-neutral approach generate value for customers by eliminating waste, reducing costs and enhancing supply chain visibility. Powered by one of the largest company-owned fleets in the country and third-party capacity through its J.B. Hunt 360°® digital freight marketplace, J.B. Hunt can meet the unique shipping needs of any business, from first mile to final delivery, and every shipment in-between. Through disciplined investments in its people, technology and capacity, J.B. Hunt is delivering exceptional value and service that enable long-term growth for the company and its stakeholders. J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is a Fortune 500 company, an S&P 500 company and a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average. Its stock trades on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol JBHT. J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBHT. The company's services include intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, single source, last mile, transload and more. For more information, visit About BNSF Railway BNSF Railway is one of North America's leading freight transportation companies. BNSF operates approximately 32,500 route miles of track in 28 states and three Canadian provinces. BNSF is one of the top transporters of consumer goods, grain and agricultural products, low-sulfur coal, and industrial goods such as petroleum, chemicals, housing materials, food, and beverages. BNSF's shipments help feed, clothe, supply, and power American homes and businesses every day. BNSF and its employees have developed one of the most technologically advanced, and efficient railroads in the industry. We work continuously to improve the value of the safety, service, energy, and environmental benefits we provide to our customers and the communities we serve. You can learn more about BNSF at About GMXT GMXT (BMV: GMXT) is the leading ground transportation company in Mexico with the best coverage and connectivity. GMXT covers 24 states of Mexico, almost 90% of the country's GDP, and a significant presence in Florida and Texas. GMXT's network has an unrivaled seamless integration with the rest of North America through 6 interchange points along the US-Mexico border. More information about GMXT is available at View source version on Contacts Brittnee Daviepress@ Kendall SloanMedia@ Analy Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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5 days ago
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J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT Launch Quantum de México for Service-Sensitive Freight Delivery
PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 30, 2025-- J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America; BNSF Railway (BNSF), North America's largest intermodal railroad; and GMXT, the largest rail provider in Mexico announced the launch of a new intermodal offering for Mexico businesses with service-sensitive freight delivery. The new offering - Quantum de México, a J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT service™ - will follow the successful service model of its US counterpart launched by J.B. Hunt and BNSF in November 2023. Quantum provides the consistency, agility and speed needed to transport sensitive highway freight using rail, meeting businesses' 'just in time' freight needs. The service is optimized for efficiency, offering a 95+% on-time delivery rate that's up to one day faster than traditional intermodal service. The new service utilizes the latest advancements in tracking and monitoring systems, providing real-time visibility and control over shipments, minimizing delays and optimizing performance. Designated J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT support teams will provide 24x7 oversight, delivering consistent and reliable transit times including features like priority drayage as well as railcar loading and unloading. 'Mode conversion is one of the leading opportunities businesses can leverage in today's economic environment to drive efficiency and cost savings,' said Spencer Frazier, executive vice president of sales and marketing at J.B. Hunt. 'The collaboration we're announcing today brings the full suite of our industry-leading intermodal service and its unmatched service excellence, scale and capacity to Mexico, building on the innovative success of a 35-year relationship.' The three announced the new service at the Congreso Intermodal de la Asociación Mexicana del Transporte Intermodal (AMTI) in Puerto Vallarta on May 30. To support customer needs and enable growth in Mexico, J.B. Hunt has opened a new office in Queretaro, Mexico. Quantum de México will operate on key routes connecting major cities and industrial hubs in both countries. Some of the primary markets served include: 'Quantum de México represents a significant milestone in our commitment to innovation and excellence in logistics,' said Jon Gabriel, group vice president – consumer products at BNSF. 'Expanding our reach from coast to coast allows us to harness our collective strengths and broaden our ability to deliver an unparalleled experience to our customers.' In 2024, J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT launched intermodal service to and from Mexico through the Eagle Pass Gateway. Together, the three companies provide one of the most comprehensive transportation networks reaching locations throughout North America: 'We have demonstrated that rail and its intermodal services are key allies to industries not only in Mexico but across North America, through a strategic alliance with J.B. Hunt and BNSF. The progress in service quality that we offer allows us to continue innovating while maintaining efficiency and reliability, with new services like Quantum de México,' said Luis Hernández, vice president intermodal at GMXT. Intermodal Potential in Mexico As more businesses utilize Mexico to solve supply chain challenges, the country has grown to be one of the Top 10 exporters in the world, with more than 2/3 of those exports destined for the US. Top export industries include automotive, manufacturing, agricultural, electronics and other service-sensitive freight areas. Nearly 70% of freight transported across the Mexico/US border is moved by traditional over-the-road (OTR) highway transport. The collaboration looks to capitalize on the untapped potential of intermodal service for businesses moving freight in and out of Mexico, including converting OTR highway freight to rail intermodal and optimizing container efficiency. Intermodal conversion is the most widely available ground transportation solution for cutting carbon emissions, reducing a shipment's carbon footprint by an average of 65% compared to OTR truck transportation. About J.B. Hunt J.B. Hunt's vision is to create the most efficient transportation network in North America. The company's industry-leading solutions and mode-neutral approach generate value for customers by eliminating waste, reducing costs and enhancing supply chain visibility. Powered by one of the largest company-owned fleets in the country and third-party capacity through its J.B. Hunt 360° ® digital freight marketplace, J.B. Hunt can meet the unique shipping needs of any business, from first mile to final delivery, and every shipment in-between. Through disciplined investments in its people, technology and capacity, J.B. Hunt is delivering exceptional value and service that enable long-term growth for the company and its stakeholders. J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is a Fortune 500 company, an S&P 500 company and a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average. Its stock trades on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol JBHT. J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBHT. The company's services include intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, single source, last mile, transload and more. For more information, visit About BNSF Railway BNSF Railway is one of North America's leading freight transportation companies. BNSF operates approximately 32,500 route miles of track in 28 states and three Canadian provinces. BNSF is one of the top transporters of consumer goods, grain and agricultural products, low-sulfur coal, and industrial goods such as petroleum, chemicals, housing materials, food, and beverages. BNSF's shipments help feed, clothe, supply, and power American homes and businesses every day. BNSF and its employees have developed one of the most technologically advanced, and efficient railroads in the industry. We work continuously to improve the value of the safety, service, energy, and environmental benefits we provide to our customers and the communities we serve. You can learn more about BNSF at About GMXT GMXT (BMV: GMXT) is the leading ground transportation company in Mexico with the best coverage and connectivity. GMXT covers 24 states of Mexico, almost 90% of the country's GDP, and a significant presence in Florida and Texas. GMXT's network has an unrivaled seamless integration with the rest of North America through 6 interchange points along the US-Mexico border. More information about GMXT is available at View source version on CONTACT: Brittnee Davie [email protected] Sloan [email protected] Mendoza [email protected] KEYWORD: ARKANSAS LATIN AMERICA NORTH AMERICA UNITED STATES MEXICO CENTRAL AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TRUCKING RAIL AIR TRANSPORT LOGISTICS/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT OTHER TRANSPORT SOURCE: J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/30/2025 12:00 PM/DISC: 05/30/2025 12:01 PM
Business Wire
5 days ago
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- Business Wire
J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT Launch Quantum de México for Service-Sensitive Freight Delivery
PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico--(BUSINESS WIRE)--J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America; BNSF Railway (BNSF), North America's largest intermodal railroad; and GMXT, the largest rail provider in Mexico announced the launch of a new intermodal offering for Mexico businesses with service-sensitive freight delivery. The new offering - Quantum de México, a J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT service™ - will follow the successful service model of its US counterpart launched by J.B. Hunt and BNSF in November 2023. Quantum provides the consistency, agility and speed needed to transport sensitive highway freight using rail, meeting businesses' 'just in time' freight needs. The service is optimized for efficiency, offering a 95+% on-time delivery rate that's up to one day faster than traditional intermodal service. The new service utilizes the latest advancements in tracking and monitoring systems, providing real-time visibility and control over shipments, minimizing delays and optimizing performance. Designated J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT support teams will provide 24x7 oversight, delivering consistent and reliable transit times including features like priority drayage as well as railcar loading and unloading. 'Mode conversion is one of the leading opportunities businesses can leverage in today's economic environment to drive efficiency and cost savings,' said Spencer Frazier, executive vice president of sales and marketing at J.B. Hunt. 'The collaboration we're announcing today brings the full suite of our industry-leading intermodal service and its unmatched service excellence, scale and capacity to Mexico, building on the innovative success of a 35-year relationship.' The three announced the new service at the Congreso Intermodal de la Asociación Mexicana del Transporte Intermodal (AMTI) in Puerto Vallarta on May 30. To support customer needs and enable growth in Mexico, J.B. Hunt has opened a new office in Queretaro, Mexico. Quantum de México will operate on key routes connecting major cities and industrial hubs in both countries. Some of the primary markets served include: US: Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, the US West Coast, and US eastern destinations Mexico: Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey "Quantum de México represents a significant milestone in our commitment to innovation and excellence in logistics,' said Jon Gabriel, group vice president – consumer products at BNSF. 'Expanding our reach from coast to coast allows us to harness our collective strengths and broaden our ability to deliver an unparalleled experience to our customers." In 2024, J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT launched intermodal service to and from Mexico through the Eagle Pass Gateway. Together, the three companies provide one of the most comprehensive transportation networks reaching locations throughout North America: J.B. Hunt owns and operates the largest intermodal fleet in North America with unparalleled coast-to-coast market access. BNSF operates the largest intermodal rail network in North America. GMXT is the largest rail provider in Mexico. 'We have demonstrated that rail and its intermodal services are key allies to industries not only in Mexico but across North America, through a strategic alliance with J.B. Hunt and BNSF. The progress in service quality that we offer allows us to continue innovating while maintaining efficiency and reliability, with new services like Quantum de México,' said Luis Hernández, vice president intermodal at GMXT. Intermodal Potential in Mexico As more businesses utilize Mexico to solve supply chain challenges, the country has grown to be one of the Top 10 exporters in the world, with more than 2/3 of those exports destined for the US. Top export industries include automotive, manufacturing, agricultural, electronics and other service-sensitive freight areas. Nearly 70% of freight transported across the Mexico/US border is moved by traditional over-the-road (OTR) highway transport. The collaboration looks to capitalize on the untapped potential of intermodal service for businesses moving freight in and out of Mexico, including converting OTR highway freight to rail intermodal and optimizing container efficiency. Intermodal conversion is the most widely available ground transportation solution for cutting carbon emissions, reducing a shipment's carbon footprint by an average of 65% compared to OTR truck transportation. About J.B. Hunt J.B. Hunt's vision is to create the most efficient transportation network in North America. The company's industry-leading solutions and mode-neutral approach generate value for customers by eliminating waste, reducing costs and enhancing supply chain visibility. Powered by one of the largest company-owned fleets in the country and third-party capacity through its J.B. Hunt 360° ® digital freight marketplace, J.B. Hunt can meet the unique shipping needs of any business, from first mile to final delivery, and every shipment in-between. Through disciplined investments in its people, technology and capacity, J.B. Hunt is delivering exceptional value and service that enable long-term growth for the company and its stakeholders. J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is a Fortune 500 company, an S&P 500 company and a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average. Its stock trades on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol JBHT. J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBHT. The company's services include intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, single source, last mile, transload and more. For more information, visit About BNSF Railway BNSF Railway is one of North America's leading freight transportation companies. BNSF operates approximately 32,500 route miles of track in 28 states and three Canadian provinces. BNSF is one of the top transporters of consumer goods, grain and agricultural products, low-sulfur coal, and industrial goods such as petroleum, chemicals, housing materials, food, and beverages. BNSF's shipments help feed, clothe, supply, and power American homes and businesses every day. BNSF and its employees have developed one of the most technologically advanced, and efficient railroads in the industry. We work continuously to improve the value of the safety, service, energy, and environmental benefits we provide to our customers and the communities we serve. You can learn more about BNSF at About GMXT
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6 days ago
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This railroad has 100 extra locomotives ready to handle a container surge
While U.S. logistics providers wait out the post-trade war lull in import shipments, BNSF Railway is setting up its network to handle an expected surge following a pause in tariffs between China and the United States. 'I guess probably the most overused words in logistics is this 'air pocket' that hit us the last couple of weeks,' said Jon Gabriel, group vice president, Consumer Products, for Omaha, Nebraska-based BNSF, in an interview. 'Now, we do have some line of sight on shipments that are coming our way, but not yet. But if you look at the bookings coming out of Asia, certainly you've seen kind of that V-shaped check mark.' It was several weeks after the tariff pause went into effect in May that the railroad started to feel the import air pocket. 'We're probably three to four weeks removed from starting to see things charged back up on the West Coast, LA-Long Beach, the Northwest Seaport Alliance [of Seattle and Tacoma],' Gabriel said. 'Post-Fourth of July, we think things will be busy. We're excited again to demonstrate that we're ready to move a lot of freight from the supply chain, just like we did in the first quarter.'The railroad has also used the import downturn to position itself for the coming recovery. 'We have more than 100 locomotives that we would call a 'surge fleet,' ready to go in the state of California alone, some 9 miles of locomotives,' Gabriel said. 'And we have a large quantity of railcars set up against traffic in California, Arizona and in Washington for the Pacific Northwest. We have also taken the opportunity to do some preventative maintenance, both on tracks and rolling stock, in pre-position against the West Coast. 'So again, we feel really good about our ability to quickly respond when traffic starts to make its way into the West Coast.' Gabriel compared the resumption to the period in 2024 after an early peak season caused by shippers frontloading to avoid East Coast port labor disruptions by the International Longshoremen's Association.'I think we went through both those on the West Coast with strong performance levels, moved a lot of freight, made a lot of capacity available.' Based on what he's hearing from supply chain partners and customers, 'we suspect we've already bottomed out; we've started to see what we call 'build,' not just in traffic that's sitting on the docks, or within earshot, of the West Coast, but not yet on a railcar. That has bottomed out and started to climb again. We have started to hear from our carriers that they have gone back to essentially full vessel utilization, meaning that for a couple of weeks, if there were still boats running, they just weren't full, and now the boats are full.' Gabriel described the initial build as 'the first little bit of a wave,' and said that based on new vessel capacity strings and other transit from Asia, the surge is probably three to four weeks away. 'We'll probably see a gradual decline and then a gradual increase, followed by a step-level increase, once all this new added vessel capacity gets to the West Coast,' he said. 'The capacity is coming back into the lane.' That would include major carriers Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, which this week announced new direct service from Asia to the Port of Long Beach, but also smaller carriers such as CU Lines, seeing an opportunity in sharply rising rates. The China-based company is deploying five vessels of 2,400-2,800 twenty-foot equivalent units each from three Chinese ports to Long Beach. At the moment, Gabriel said BNSF intermodal volumes are modestly above year-ago levels, on lingering diversions away from the East Coast in late 2024 and frontloading in the first quarter by shippers looking to stay ahead of tariffs. 'It's nothing that we … feel like our network can't handle, offering considerably better transit service and experiences for our customers.' Gabriel said BNSF's network is performing at its best level since 2020, when volumes were depressed across the supply chain by the pandemic. While there are no pressure points on the network 'we do suspect that there could be some pull-forward of fourth-quarter demand to beat that August 12 [tariff pause] deadline.'Gabriel said BNSF's prior investments have helped it manage through the vagaries of the Trump administration's changing trade policy. The railroad in the past several years added 100 miles of new main track on its transcontinental route between Los Angeles and Chicago, for double-, triple- or quadruple-track configurations, to accommodate denser traffic when necessary. BNSF has also added more than 8,000 parking spaces at intermodal ramps across its network, the equivalent of one entire Alliance Intermodal Facility in Fort Worth, Texas, largest on the railroad. 'That's surge capacity for our network, and at the same time, we've added more production tracks so we can lift-on lift-off more traffic simultaneously,' Gabriel said. 'We haven't had a quote-unquote 'normal period' going back several years in the supply chain. If we recognize that's kind of a new state of life that we're in, hence, we've made all these resiliency, and I would say, recoverability, investments.' As for Chicago, the mid-American choke point for rail freight, Gabriel said BNSF has the most rail capacity of any Class I, operating a total of four facilities. Three are domestic intermodal, while the fourth is a major international rail terminal, outside Joliet, Illinois. BNSF has added on- and off-site parking throughout, and a three-year expansion project at Cicero, Illinois. has increased capacity by 30%. Manufacturing is starting to flex up in China even as companies look to diversify supply chains throughout the region rather than to North America. 'I think you saw a large movement of that during the Trump 1 tariffs in 2018,' said Gabriel. ''China Plus One' didn't necessarily mean China onshore to nearshore; there's certainly some of that, but really it was China to somewhere else in Southeast Asia, which bodes well to the West Coast and in our networks.' As for cross-border traffic with Mexico outside of automotive, Gabriel said, 'I wouldn't say that we've seen meaningful movement in nearshore activity, from a manufacturing standpoint. What we've really seen is modal conversion, and that's all we're targeting, just like we are stateside of highway traffic that's going cross-border.' Gabriel said BNSF isn't seeing much warehousing on the rails as was typical post-pandemic in 2021. 'Dwell has stayed really, really low, historically low levels. We haven't seen a lot of rolling storage on our network; the product has continued to leave our rail ramps in a relatively normal flow. Less than 12 hours for our truckload segment, 24 to 30 hours for international, somewhere in that two- to three-day morning [delivery].' That reflects well on supply chain partners, as well as the railroad. 'That tells you, if the supply chain is relatively intact and moving, there's deep, relatively good balance,' Gabriel said. 'Chassis drayage, drivers, warehouse capacity, all those elements, those underpinnings seem like they're holding up and more positioned to move traffic here throughout the next several months.' Subscribe to FreightWaves' Rail e-newsletter and get the latest insights on rail freight right in your inbox. Find more articles by Stuart Chirls joins railcar builder Greenbrier as chief commercial officer Norfolk Southern expands short line interchange improvement program Rail agenda steams up as short lines blitz Congress Coal extends surprising lead in weekly US rail traffic The post This railroad has 100 extra locomotives ready to handle a container surge appeared first on FreightWaves.
