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For release AUGUST 5, 2005
Contact: Thomas J. Malloy
VP, Member Services & Business Development
voice (301) 982-3400, ext. 328
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International Volume Supports Intermodal Growth in Q2

All Regions Post International Gains During Intermodal's
13th-Straight Winning Quarter

CALVERTON, MD—Intermodal volumes realized a 4.5% increase in growth during Q2 2005, adding another consecutive quarter to intermodal’s unrivaled streak, according to Intermodal Market Trends & Statistics, a quarterly publication of the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA). Growth during the quarter echoed recent trends, with sustained gains in international volume offsetting modest domestic declines.

Second Quarter 2004/2005 Intermodal Volume Comparisons

2004 Equipment Types Q2 2004 Q2 2005 Change
Trailers 651,306 622,118 -4.5%
Domestic Containers 795,728 788,257 -0.9%
All Domestic Equipment 1,447,034 1,410,375 -2.5%
ISO Containers 1,792,513 1,973,762 +10.1%
Total 3,239,547 3,384,137 +4.5%

IThe overall rate of intermodal growth did slow somewhat–increasing at half the rate observed during full year 2004–with international growth rates also slightly slowing, but still well above historic averages. Domestic volume fell at a slightly faster pace than Q1 2005, reflecting a probable early-spring economic “soft patch,” combined with increased truckload capacity, tight domestic container supply, and evolving railroad marketing strategies. Domestic container results improved from the previous quarter, but were tempered by significantly lower trailer volumes.

Accredited journalists may obtain a sample copy of the Q2 2005 issue of Intermodal Market Trends & Statistics by contacting Rip Watson by e-mail at rip.watson@intemodal.org or phone at (301) 982-3400, ext. 329. Intermodal Market Trends & Statistics is produced quarterly by IANA and is available on a subscription and individual copy basis. For subscription information, please contact Tara Mullen at ext. 366 or tara.mullen@intermodal.org.

IANA is North America's leading industry trade association representing the combined interests of the intermodal freight industry. IANA's membership 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 consulting firms. IANA's associate members include shippers, academic institutions, government entities and non-profit associations.

Intermodal Association of North America, Suite 1100, 11785 Beltsville Drive, Calverton, MD 20705 http://www.intermodal.org/