Compete or support? The trucking industry anticipates a varied intermodal effect from the merger of major rail companies.

The ongoing merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern raises questions for the trucking industry about its impact on operations. While some trucking leaders anticipate a decrease in long-haul trucking business, especially for those not aligned with intermodal services, others, particularly drayage carriers, expect increased demand for short hauls to and from rail yards. The merger could enhance efficiency and service speed, benefiting established intermodal partnerships. However, concerns arise over potential monopolistic effects and reduced competition, prompting trucking companies to seek new business strategies to adapt to changing market dynamics.