Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
What’s really happening in the intermodal supply chain right now—and what does it mean for freight, policy, and the economy?
In this episode of The Freight Table, industry experts break down the biggest forces shaping intermodal today, from rising cargo theft and supply chain fraud to shifting freight demand, tariffs, and global oil disruptions.
With insights from IANA’s government affairs and economic leadership, this conversation connects the dots between legislation, market trends, and real-world impact across the supply chain.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why cargo theft and supply chain fraud are at “intolerable levels” and what legislation is being proposed
How tariffs are impacting jobs, manufacturing, and freight demand
What rising oil prices and global conflict mean for trucking vs. intermodal
Why intermodal may gain share during economic volatility
The biggest disconnect between policymakers and the supply chain
What to watch over the next 30–60 days in freight and infrastructure
As the industry navigates uncertainty, one theme stands out: freight doesn’t move in silos—and neither should the conversation.
About The Freight Table
A monthly podcast from the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), connecting data, policy, and industry voices to give you a clear view of what’s changing now—and what’s coming next.
What’s really happening in the intermodal supply chain right now—and what does it mean for freight, policy, and the economy?
In this episode of The Freight Table, industry experts break down the biggest forces shaping intermodal today, from rising cargo theft and supply chain fraud to shifting freight demand, tariffs, and global oil disruptions.
With insights from IANA’s government affairs and economic leadership, this conversation connects the dots between legislation, market trends, and real-world impact across the supply chain.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why cargo theft and supply chain fraud are at “intolerable levels” and what legislation is being proposed
How tariffs are impacting jobs, manufacturing, and freight demand
What rising oil prices and global conflict mean for trucking vs. intermodal
Why intermodal may gain share during economic volatility
The biggest disconnect between policymakers and the supply chain
What to watch over the next 30–60 days in freight and infrastructure
As the industry navigates uncertainty, one theme stands out: freight doesn’t move in silos—and neither should the conversation.
About The Freight Table
A monthly podcast from the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), connecting data, policy, and industry voices to give you a clear view of what’s changing now—and what’s coming next.
