CN Joining The Commtrex Marketplace
September 08 2020 - 2:30PM
CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is pleased to announce that it has joined
The Commtrex Transload Marketplace, offering customers one-stop
access to CN’s unique tri-coastal rail network and its extensive
range of transloading distribution services across Canada and the
U.S.
Commtrex makes it quick and easy to find and
request transloading services by efficiently connecting shippers
with transloading providers who can handle the movement of bulk,
liquids, packaged goods, oversized cargo, and more. Commtrex
matches shippers with the most relevant transload facilities, then
allows shippers to compare detailed information about each location
before connecting directly through the platform to discuss
terms.
‘‘CN is focused on leveraging technology to
better serve our customers; The Commtrex Marketplace helps us
achieve exactly that by providing multiple transload options for
shippers and facilitating quick and nimble decision-making between
all parties. By using Commtrex, CN can connect customers with our
team of experts to receive the best transload solutions that will
help optimize their supply chains. With CN’s comprehensive data
analytics from our distribution facilities, as well as data from
the Commtrex platform, we are offering increased visibility, and
deeper level insights on customers’ goods including volumes,
inventory aging, and last mile
optimization.’’- Mark Lerner,
Vice-President, Marketing and Business Development
“We are excited to partner with CN to
increase the scope and reach of our platform for our shipper
members, further demonstrating our growth and commitment to provide
value to the rail industry. Today’s announcement is another solid
step in our journey to build the leading marketplace for the rail
ecosystem.”- Martin Lew, CEO of
Commtrex
About CNCN is a world-class transportation
leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the
customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports
more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured
products, and finished goods throughout North America every year.
As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts
with the Southern tip of the U.S through a 19,500 mile rail
network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to
community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is
committed to programs supporting social responsibility and
environmental stewardship.
About CommtrexCommtrex is the
largest online marketplace empowering shippers to find and connect
with transloading services, storage locations, lessors, and a wide
range of service providers. Commtrex is a highly trusted,
effective, and data-driven platform that is modernizing how the
rail industry connects. Within three years, Commtrex has grown to
over 1000 member companies, the majority of which are the largest
commodity shippers across North America.
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