For years, shippers have viewed truckload and intermodal as serving two very different purposes. Truckload for speed and flexibility, intermodal for lower costs and longer transit times.
But what if you could get truckload-like transit times with the cost advantages and sustainability benefits of intermodal? That's exactly where expedited intermodal comes in.
What is expedited intermodal?
Helping bridge the gap between traditional truckload and standard intermodal, expedited intermodal is specifically designed for freight that requires tighter transit windows, higher service consistency, and dependable execution without the premium cost often associated with truckload shipping.
As transportation costs continue to rise and truckload networks face ongoing pressure from fuel volatility, capacity fluctuations, and driver shortages, many shippers are reevaluating long-standing mode decisions. Expedited intermodal is emerging as a compelling alternative, helping shippers reduce costs, improve network resilience, and maintain highly competitive transit times. (....)