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28 August 2026

Chemical shipments percolate in latest rail data

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Source reporting: FreightWaves

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Chemical shipments percolate in latest rail data

Freight carried by U. S. railroads enjoyed another strong week, according to data from the Association of American Railroads. U. S.

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