Key Takeaway: Countless products on a retailer’s shelves have traveled via highly efficient intermodal transportation, which involves the seamless movement of shipping containers and trailers by railroads, trucks and barges. By making substantial private investments, freight rail has established the world’s most advanced intermodal rail network, reducing emissions, alleviating congestion and enhancing trade.In 2022, U.S. rail intermodal volume was 13.5 million units, and intermodal accounted for approximately 27% of revenue for major U.S. railroads, more than any other single rail traffic segment. Around half of rail intermodal volume consists of imports or exports, reflecting the vital role intermodal plays in international trade. Slide 1Rail intermodal transports the goods you use every day.Rail intermodal combines shipping containers and truck trailers transported by rail, often with truck or water transport at terminals. It efficiently moves various goods, including retail products...
