Transportation Insights & Analysis

Prospects for the Global Economy in 2021

2021 is likely to be a year of transition. The introduction of a vaccine is good news but the disease will not vanish overnight. What can we expect for the global economy and what do the prospects look like for US freight markets? 

The 2021 Outlook Q&A

Following The 2021 Outlook, the final session of the FTR Engage virtual speaking series, the FTR Experts sat down to answer listener questions beyond what was covered during the Q&A within the presentation.

Complimentary Webinar: Preparing for 2021

With another unknowable year ahead, FTR is offering you complimentary access to Preparing for 2021, next week's State of Freight Webinar. As you move to accomplish your business goals for the year, plan to join FTR on January 14th for the insights you need to stay ahead of the competition. VIEW THE REPLAY NOW

The State of the Global Economy

The September reading of the Organization of Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) composite leading indicator came in at 98.8 in September. Coronavirus is impacting different countries with different economic impacts. As we approach 2021, it may be wise to ascertain what the OECD index can teach us about the future.

C-Suite Synopsis

A strong start to the fourth quarter is the result of robust underlying consumer demand and inventory restocking, especially in retail. This combination has led to a need for speed among beneficial cargo owners that is creating port congestion and other issues in the supply chain.

The Future of Rail & Intermodal Q&A

Following The Future of Rail & Intermodal, the fourth session of the FTR Engage virtual speaking series, the FTR Experts sat down with Ross Corthell (Packaging Corporation of America) to answer listener questions beyond what was covered during the Q&A within the presentation.