BNSF Railways Limiting Shipments

In an effort to clear existing West Coast terminal backlogs, BNSF Rail has advised that it will, for the next two weeks, limit shipments from Los Angeles and Long Beach to Chicago. BNSF has also announced it will limit shipments from New York to Chicago, Cleveland, and Indianapolis for the foreseeable future.

While BNSF was not specific in stating what “limiting” actual means, it is clear that they intend to clear the backlog of shipments to and from the points listed as quickly as possible.

Shippers who will be affected by this announcement should work directly with their transportation service providers to minimize the impact of this service disruption for their businesses.

Please reach out to ICC if you have any questions, are impacted by this disruption or need further information.