IANA’s Anne Reinke on What’s Redefining Intermodal Shipping | Episode 61
Today’s freight moves through a connected network where every mode plays a role — and visibility is what keeps it all moving smoothly. In episode 61 of Banyan Technology’s Tire Tracks® podcast, Anne Reinke, President & CEO of the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), discusses how the industry is redefining “connected freight” — using every mode at its most effective point while improving visibility, sustainability, and security along the way.
Reinke shares how smarter coordination across ports, rail, and drayage can ease congestion, reduce theft, and unlock efficiencies that benefit shippers, carriers, and 3PLs alike. From the rise of inland ports to new advances in container tracking, the intermodal ecosystem is evolving faster than most realize.
“Use every mode at its optimal level — and make the handoffs visible. That’s how you get speed, savings, and security,” Reinke said.
Tune in for a fresh perspective on how intermodal is shaping the next phase of freight flow — and what it means for supply chains built on real-time data and collaboration.
Intermodal Advantage Episode Key Points
- Hear how Anne Reinke’s government-affairs background helped IANA expand its reach.
- Insights into IANA’s mission to grow the intermodal transportation market share.
- What types of cargo make up the bulk of today’s rail shipments.
- Why Shippers and Carriers should engage with IANA and intermodal solutions.
- What happens when Shippers do not use intermodal solutions.
- How sustainable rail can be and the problem with “zero-emission locomotives.”
- Ways California’s independent-contractor rules affect drayage capacity and business.
- Alternatives to California’s ports and the concept of an “inland port.”
- How better visibility reduces detention/demurrage and improves planning and security.
- Cargo theft and fraud in trucking versus rail, and why railyards in big metros are targets.
- Typical countermeasures against theft and why they have limited effectiveness.
- Final takeaways on intermodal transportation and IANA’s long-term vision.
“If you know where your container is, it is far less likely that it will get stolen without you knowing or being able to do something to prevent it.” — Anne Reinke [0:24:43]
“The first line of defense [against cargo theft] typically is your local and state police.” — Anne Reinke [0:32:57]
“I think most people don’t want [sustainability] shoved down their throats, but they do feel better when something is environmentally friendly.” — Anne Reinke [0:44:35]
Learn how connected visibility is a key intermodal advantage. Click above to view Tire Tracks episode 61.
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