Intermodal Expo 2025: Unpacking Cargo Theft, AI, and M&A with Anne Reinke

In “Intermodal Expo 2025: Unpacking Cargo Theft, AI, and M&A”, Joe Lynch and Anne Reinke, President & CEO of IANA, discuss the critical issues and forward-looking trends that are shaping the future of the intermodal freight industry.

Anne Reinke became the Intermodal Association of North America’s third President & CEO in December of 2024.  Immediately preceding her appointment at IANA, Anne was President & CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association for four years. Anne has a long career in transportation policy, with a stint at the Association of American Railroads, 16 years at CSX Corporation, eight of which as Vice-President for Government Affairs, and a political appointment as a Deputy Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Transportation. She received a B.A. from Rice University in Houston, TX and a J.D. from Wake Forest School of Law in Winston-Salem, NC.  She is a Washington, DC native; she, her husband, her two sons and her dog live in Alexandria, VA.

IANA is North America's leading industry trade association representing the combined interests of the intermodal freight industry. IANA's membership roster of over 1,000 corporate members includes railroads; water carriers and stacktrain operators; port authorities; intermodal truckers and over-the-road highway carriers; intermodal marketing and logistics companies; and suppliers to the industry such as equipment manufacturers, intermodal leasing companies and technology firms. IANA's associate (non-voting) members include shippers, academic institutions, public sector organizations and non-profit associations.

• In “Intermodal Expo 2025: Unpacking Cargo Theft, AI, and M&A”, Joe Lynch and Anne Reinke, President & CEO of IANA, discuss the critical issues and forward-looking trends that are shaping the future of the intermodal freight industry.
• New Leadership: The podcast introduces Anne Reinke as the newly appointed President & CEO of the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), highlighting her extensive background in transportation policy and government.
• Addressing Cargo Theft: A major focus is on how IANA, under Reinke's leadership, is tackling the significant issue of cargo theft within the intermodal freight industry.
• AI's Transformative Role: The episode explores the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance efficiency, security, and logistics for IANA's diverse membership, which includes railroads, truckers, and technology firms.
• M&A Trends: The discussion delves into how mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are reshaping the intermodal industry, affecting competition and operational strategies.
• Industry Influence: The podcast underscores the importance of IANA as a leading trade association, providing a unified voice for the intermodal industry on critical issues.
• Expert Perspective: Reinke's unique experience with both the Transportation Intermediaries Association and the U.S. Department of Transportation offers a broad and knowledgeable perspective on the supply chain.
• Future-Focused Discussion: The episode serves as a preview of the Intermodal Expo 2025, focusing on key trends and challenges that will define the future of freight transportation.

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