Brought to my attention. Am currently working a related project. By the Association of American Railroads (AAR) An industry group, not representing Rail Unions.
Freight Railroads: A 24/7 Link in the U.S. Supply Chain By the AAR
Youtube Video Overview: https://youtu.be/OeBtjQ_G99c
Freight railroads are working with customers to solve the current supply chain disruptions and improve service and reliability. Actions include expanding network capacity, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and collaborating closely with trucking and other logistics partners.
SUPPLY CHAIN DISRUPTIONS FACT SHEET ...
SERVICE IMPROVEMENT FACT SHEET ...
Global Supply Chains are Complex.
Global freight supply chains are complex systems composed of steamship lines; truckers; railroads; ports; drayage providers; owners of truck chassis, shipping containers and warehouses; manufacturers; wholesalers and retailers of goods. All stakeholders must do their part to maintain a consistent flow of freight at every step of the process to avoid bottlenecks and ensure that freight is delivered safely, efficiently and when expected.
Freight Railroads are Managing Disruptions with a Multi-prong Approach to Improve Service.
The interdependent supply chain has been rattled by the impact of a global pandemic on consumer purchasing trends, worker preferences, and rapidly changing global and national economies. Railroads continue to move huge amounts of cargo, despite current supply chain challenges. In the first quarter of 2022, railroads moved more chemicals than in any other quarter in history; the second-most grain for a first quarter since 2011; and the fourth-most intermodal units for a first quarter in history. The rail industry continues to work 24/7 to meet the nation’s freight transportation needs and return service to a level customers deserve and expect. Here are some examples: ... '
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