Struggling to Obtain the Railcars You Need? You’re not alone. Chances are high that you have outstanding and open needs for railcars. Existing and used railcars are hard to come…
TealincOctober 2, 2023
Leasing a railcar and dating might seem like two completely different worlds, but surprisingly they have a lot in common. Leasing a railcar and dating might seem like two completely…
TealincApril 4, 2023
By now, you’re most likely already working on developing (and may already be wrestling with) your 2023 shipping and production plan. If you’re like most shippers, you may even continue…
Darell LutherNovember 25, 2022
Welcome Fall! With the shorter daylight hours and colder weather, we know winter is on the way! As winter approaches, many of us resort to working in the elements during…
Darell LutherOctober 25, 2022
Familiar with the “Pareto Principle” or “Pareto Rule”? According to Investopia: “The Pareto Principle, named after economist Vilfredo Pareto, specifies that 80% of consequences come from 20% of the causes,…
Darell LutherSeptember 1, 2022
What is knowing the current position, future position and route of your railcars worth? Is it “Peace of Mind” by simply knowing where they’re at and where they’re going? Or…
Darell LutherJuly 6, 2022
Railcar leasing rates are predicated on several factors. While all of them influence railcar leasing rates, three key variables really set the pricing stage: Railcar Utilization: How many trips per…
Darell LutherJanuary 1, 2022
We’re seeing that shippers of all transportation modes (rail, truck, barge, etc.) dealing with COVID-19 aftermath are establishing their company’s logistics plan and taking a front seat at the table…
Darell LutherDecember 7, 2021
This month we’ve put together a high-level quantification checklist to help you determine the cost of railroad service issues to your company and give you some insights on what you…
Darell LutherSeptember 9, 2021
Have you ever had a transportation audit? Not unlike an IRS audit which is a hunt to find money and audit of your transportation network is also intended to find…
Darell LutherAugust 11, 2021
Having enough railcars or the right mix of railcars has always been a challenge for those responsible. It’s rare that you’re right. Too many railcars and you’re spending money and…
Darell LutherFebruary 24, 2021