Schneider is launching a new intermodal service in December that will provide continuous rail service between points in Mexico and Texas, and points in the Southeastern United States.
The lane, which will include bulk shipments, is a result of the recently announced connection between CSX and the Canadian Pacific Kansas City railroads. The new service will connect growing markets in Mexico and Texas with Florida and Georgia, and provide “seamless, efficient border crossing,” eliminating potential delays and exposure to freight loss.
“This represents a major leap forward in our industry combining the best-in-class service of two renowned railroads, and it will transform the intermodal landscape,” Jim Filter, Schneider executive vice president, and group president of transportation and logistics, said in a news release. “Our customers can now enjoy unparalleled efficiency and reliability in their supply chains.”
“It will be especially useful for shippers looking to diversify their transportation solutions and support, and fortify nearshoring strategies.”
Service highlights, according to Schneider, include:
- Industry-leading service: CSX and CPKC are both excellent service providers with long track records of providing solutions with truck-like transits.
- Enhanced security: CPKC maintains unmatched security for cross-border rail shipments. Clearing customs in-transit and avoiding a hand-off at the border eliminates stops in route that can expose freight to theft.
- Reliable transit: Experience consistent, truck-like daily transit between the Southeast and Mexico. CPKC’s proprietary Laredo train bridge crossing has been the only intermodal service unaffected by shutdowns at the U.S.-Mexico border.
- Superior sustainability: Schneider’s intermodal solutions offer a 62% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to Tier 5 truckload transportation.
- Maximized payload: Increase payload and savings by 10% or more with Schneider’s lightweight, company-owned equipment and specialized heavy-haul permits.
- Industry expertise: With a robust presence and over 30 years of experience in Mexico, Schneider is a cross-border expert shippers can trust.
“By leveraging the strengths of our combined networks, we are able to provide customers with unparalleled efficiency, reliability and security in their supply chains,” said Kevin Boone, CSX EVP and chief commercial officer. “This service strengthens our commitment to delivering sustainable, innovative transportation solutions that support the evolving needs of our customers.”