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Boxcars became popular because they can transport any type of good. For example, loose cargos like coal and grain, heavy equipment, and even livestock. Another benefit of boxcars is that they can get a larger amount of goods to and from various locations quicker than trucks can. However, many shippers request specialized shipping methods for their goods, therefore boxcars are an unattractive option for them. Thus, most of the boxcars have less full or empty return to their origin. The demand for boxcars has been declined since. There are several questions that need to ponder regarding this issue.
Why there is a decline in boxcars demand?
With the wave of IR4.0 and advanced technology in rail, what is the future for boxcars?
To ensure sustainability, how can we recycle the boxcars that have been removed from the service?
When can we see trade movement like this in Malaysia or in your home country by rail, what will you think?
What are some of the differences between freight cars and passenger cars generally?
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