Global intermodal freight market to reach USD 109.5 bn 
According to Allied Market Research, the global intermodal freight transport market, valued at USD 42.5 bn in 2022, is projected to reach USD 109.5 bn by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 10.4% from 2023 to 2032. This market includes transporting goods using various modes, optimising... more
Port of Barcelona to construct south railway node 
The Territorial Commission of Catalonia has approved the intermodal logistics terminal urban master plan (PDU) for the port of Barcelona, enabling the construction of a new south railway node. This project requires an investment of approximately EUR 265 m, with EUR 26 m... more
BNSF requests STB to review merger terms 
On 1 December 2025 BNSF Railway filed a petition with the Surface Transportation Board (STB) seeking the enforcement and review of terms from the 1996 merger between Union Pacific (UP) and Southern Pacific (SP). BNSF alleges that UP engaged in obstructive behaviour that... more
Omega Seiki launches India's first autonomous freight 
On 1 December 2025 Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) announced the launch of Swayamgati Cargo, India's first commercially available autonomous electric freight three-wheeler. Targeted at campus logistics, industrial parks, airports and e-commerce hubs, OSM plans to produce 1,500 units... more
China-Europe freight train milestone reached 
On 28 November 2025 the China-Europe freight train service achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 120,000 trips and transporting goods valued at over USD 490 bn. The announcement was made by the China State Railway Group following the departure of train X8086 from... more
eTrailer wins European transport prize 
Krone and Trailer Dynamics have been awarded the European Transport Prize for Sustainability 2026 in the trailers and superstructures category for their jointly developed eTrailer, an innovative electric semi-trailer designed to significantly reduce CO2 emissions. The eTrailer... more
Feteia-Oltyra discusses regulations with authorities 
Feteia-Oltyra held a meeting with Elena Maria Atance, the director general of road and rail transport, to discuss upcoming regulatory changes affecting the transport sector in 2026. The meeting addressed concerns about emissions regulations, multimodality and digital... more
MAN and Vega electrify logistics 
MAN Truck & Bus has partnered with Vega International to implement an innovative intermodal logistics solution that combines rail transport and fully electric trucks for vehicle delivery. This new approach significantly reduces CO2 emissions, achieving annual savings of... more
Adami Trasporti chooses Continental 
Adami Trasporti has selected Continental to supply its fleet with Conti Hybrid HS5, HD5 and HT3 tyres, aiming to reduce operating costs and enhance sustainability. The tyres' optimised rolling resistance enables fuel savings of 1.5 to 2 per cent, which significantly impacts... more
October used truck sales defy trends 
In October used class 8 retail truck sales in the US decreased by 4.9% month-on-month, contrary to seasonal expectations, according to ACT Research's latest report. Typically, October ranks as the third-best month for sales, running nearly 8% above average. However, the auction... more

