Author: Robert H. Cantwell

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Real-Time Tracking: What Are We Waiting For?

“AEI (Automatic Equipment Identification) technology is 40 years old and tells us where our shipment was. What we need is a technology that tells us where our shipment is, and a more

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SAFE TRAINS Act: Get On Board

The response from my previous article, “North America Rail Supply and China: Why We Should be Concerned,” has been overwhelming and supportive. Apparently, I ripped a Band-Aid off a topic that’s been unfolding and finally being realized by many over the past decade.

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North American Rail Supply and China: Why We Should Be Concerned

Caveat: I am a free-market capitalist who believes in the importance of trade to elevate global prosperity. I believe in comparative advantage, and how countries excel at the supply of certain goods and services, to the benefit of others. I now believe that there needs to be market boundaries, for the long-term health of entire industries and the well-being and security of our citizens.

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Why Rough Riders Should Be Taxed

This editorial addresses the significant impact of AAR truck standards S-286 and M-976 on the rail industry and why tariffs should be applied to railcars loaded to 286K GRL (Gross Rail Load) that don’t have these track-friendly trucks.