News / US chemical sector adds to calls for improved rail freight performance

A drone footage shows the freight train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio
Drone footage shows the freight train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. NTSBGov/Handout
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Chemical manufacturers want US authorities to put the squeeze on the railways to improve their performance.

Fed up with disruption and service levels below pre-pandemic standards, they want rules to drive competition and formulate minimum service standards.

The US rail carriers have faced a barrage of criticism, ...

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