BNSF and CSX Coast-to-Coast Intermodal Expansion
Sector: Mass Transit • Location: Phoenix, Flagstaff, Chicago, Barstow, Arizona, California, Illinois, United States
Source: AInvest
BNSF and CSX have partnered on a 2025 coast-to-coast intermodal expansion to reduce over-the-road freight dependency by investing in infrastructure and operational efficiency. BNSF's $3.8 billion capital plan includes $2.84 billion for maintenance and $535 million for expansion projects such as the Cicero Intermodal Facility in Chicago, Barstow International Gateway in California, and the Phoenix-
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Mass Transit, Road, Warehouse, Rail
- Location
- Phoenix, Flagstaff, Chicago, Barstow, Arizona, California, Illinois, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- AInvest
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Original status | under construction |
Taiyo status | Under Construction |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | BNSF and CSX have partnered on a 2025 coast-to-coast intermodal expansion to reduce over-the-road freight dependency by investing in infrastructure and operational efficiency. BNSF's $3.8 billion capital plan includes $2.84 billion for maintenance and $535 million for expansion projects such as the Cicero Intermodal Facility in Chicago, Barstow International Gateway in California, and the Phoenix-area intermodal hub. Key infrastructure enhancements include two 10,000-foot sidings between Phoenix and Flagstaff to support the Phoenix-to-Atlanta intermodal service, aiming to convert over 15% of truck-based freight on key corridors, reduce transit times by 20%, and cut emissions by 30%. The collaboration enhances supply chain resilience and sustainability, with financial results showing profitability and growth for both railroads. |
Original sector | Transportation |
Budget |
Location
Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | Arizona, California, Illinois |
City | Phoenix, Flagstaff, Chicago, Barstow |
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Source | AInvest |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Mass Transit, Road, Warehouse, Rail |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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