In a move to enhance transportation and logistics capabilities, Kazakhstan’s KTZ, Xi’an Free Trade Port Construction & Operation Co, and Russia’s Slavtrans-Service have joined forces in a tripartite memorandum of cooperation. The agreement aims to explore joint investments in the development of a transport and warehouse facility in Selyatino, Russia.
Meanwhile, Norfolk Southern and Florida East Coast Railway have expanded their interline services to improve connectivity between South Florida and Charlotte, North Carolina via Jacksonville. Crowley, a logistics company, will utilize the Florida Express service to facilitate the movement of textiles for garment and apparel manufacturing, with potential future traffic including produce, poultry, and agricultural commodities.
In Australia, the Freight on Rail Group is advocating for a roundtable discussion focusing on technology, enforcement, and education to address dangerous behavior at level crossings. The initiative aims to enhance safety for train crew, lorry drivers, and motorists.
On the other side of the globe, US shortline group Gulf & Atlantic Railways has appointed David Pederson as Vice-President, Multimodal Logistics, and Matt Lane as General Manager of GAR’s Pioneer Valley Railroad and Railroad Distribution Services. Additionally, American Short Line & Regional Railroad Association President Chuck Baker highlighted the need for $12 billion in infrastructure investment for shortlines across the USA, citing new challenges such as cybersecurity and potential air quality regulations at the state level.
Lastly, Lineas has named Andreas Plikat as the Country Manager for the Netherlands, in addition to his current role overseeing Germany. This appointment aligns with Lineas’ strategy to drive efficiency and foster collaboration across borders.