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I am new to shipping by rail. What are some advantages of shipping by rail that trucking doesn't offer? (Richard Stroot)
I am new to shipping by rail. What are some advantages of shipping by rail that trucking doesn't offer? (Richard Stroot)
Richard Stroot - Principal, Rail Executable Solutions, LLC
Feb 14, 2021
Larger volume if you have the capacity to hold inventory.
Lower price per ton but with less precise schedules.
Capacity to move substantial tonnages efficiently.
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