Intermodal logistics is one of the most underutilized cost-reduction tools in supply chain — and rail freight is its backbone. This course gives logistics professionals a comprehensive understanding of intermodal operations, from container moves to cross-country rail strategy.

What you'll learn: • Intermodal fundamentals: how road, rail, sea, and air connect into a single freight solution • Container types and intermodal equipment: ISO containers, domestic containers, and chassis • Intermodal vs. truckload: when to switch modes and how to calculate the break-even point • Domestic intermodal: double-stack rail, TOFC (trailer on flatcar), and drayage operations • International intermodal: port-to-rail connections and inland container depots (ICDs) • Rail freight networks: Class I carriers, short lines, and terminal structures in North America and Europe • Drayage management: finding capacity, managing turn times, and avoiding per diem charges • Booking and tracking intermodal shipments: platforms, EDI, and visibility tools • Transit time vs. cost trade-offs: building a hybrid truckload/intermodal freight strategy • Sustainability advantages of rail: emissions comparison and how to report modal shift savings

Built for freight managers, supply chain analysts, transportation directors, and logistics professionals looking to reduce cost and carbon across their freight network.