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ITS applications that optimize traffic control and coordinate transfers near intermodal ports of entry can streamline increased freight movement on the nation's freight highway connector system.


Use the FRATIS system to enable automated communications between multiple stakeholders and improve logistics in the event of traffic delays or changes to wait times at drayage facilities.(02/02/2015)

C-TIP technologies that eliminate empty back-haul movements at regional intermodal freight transfer facilities have potential to generate benefits equivalent to eliminating 245,000 personal vehicle trips annually.(October 2007)

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