Intermodal Freight Transportation Market to Hit $58.15 Bn by 2031, Driven by Digital Visibility & Sustainable Logistics

Mordor Intelligence has published a new report on the intermodal freight transportation market, offering a comprehensive analysis of trends, growth drivers, and future projections.

Hyderabad, Telangana, India, February 17, 2026 — Intermodal Freight Transportation Market Overview  

The intermodal freight transportation market continues to gain strong attention as global supply chains focus on efficiency, flexibility, and lower environmental impact. According to Mordor Intelligence, the intermodal freight transportation market size in the introduction period highlights a steady rise from USD 27.52 billion in 2025 to USD 31.18 billion in 2026, with the intermodal freight transportation market forecast indicating growth to USD 58.15 billion by 2031.  

 The Intermodal Freight Transportation Industry benefits from strong collaboration between carriers, terminal operators, and technology providers, helping businesses manage cargo movement across domestic and cross-border routes. The growing focus on supply chain reliability has further strengthened the intermodal freight transportation market share across retail, manufacturing, food and beverage, and industrial sectors.

Key Trends Shaping the Intermodal Freight Transportation Market 

Digital Supply Chain Visibility Enhancing Market Performance 

One of the most influential intermodal freight transportation market trends is the widespread use of digital platforms that connect shippers, carriers, and terminals in real time. Smart containers equipped with tracking sensors are also improving cargo monitoring. Real-time updates on location and condition help reduce losses, support compliance needs, and build trust between logistics partners. This shift toward data-driven operations is a major contributor to intermodal freight transportation market growth. 

Rising E-commerce Demand Supporting Flexible Transport Models 

Frequent inventory repositioning and cross-border shipments have reinforced the importance of intermodal systems that allow smooth mode switching without disrupting delivery timelines. This trend continues to strengthen the intermodal freight transportation market across consumer-focused industries. 

Sustainability and Modal Shift Driving Industry Adoption 

Environmental responsibility is another key driver shaping the Intermodal Freight Transportation Industry. Businesses are under growing pressure to reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency across logistics operations. Rail and maritime segments offer lower emissions per unit of freight compared to road-only transport, encouraging a shift toward intermodal solutions. 

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Intermodal Freight Transportation Market Segmentation Analysis 

By Component 

• Software 
• Service 

By Transportation Mode 

• Rail and Road Transport 
• Air and Road Transport 
• Maritime and Road Transport 
• Other Transportation Modes 

By End-User Industry 

• Industrial and Manufacturing 
• Oil and Gas 
• Consumer and Retail 
• Food and Beverage 
• Construction 
• Other End-User Industries 

By Container Type 

• Dry Containers 
• Refrigerated Containers 
• Tank Containers 
• Flat-rack and Open-top Containers 

By Service Type 

• Transportation Planning 
• Fleet Management 
• Warehousing and Distribution 
• Other Services 

By Geography 

• North America 
• United States 
• Canada 
• Mexico 
• South America 
• Brazil 
• Argentina 
• Rest of South America 
• Europe 
• Germany 
• United Kingdom 
• France 
• Italy 
• Spain 
• Russia 
• Rest of Europe 
• Asia Pacific 
• China 
• Japan 
• India 
• South Korea 
• Southeast Asia 
• Australia and New Zealand 
• Rest of Asia Pacific 
• Middle East 
• Saudi Arabia 
• United Arab Emirates 
• Turkey 
• Rest of Middle East 
• Africa 
• South Africa 
• Nigeria 
• Egypt 
• Rest of Africa 

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Key Players in the Intermodal Freight Transportation Market 

• Oracle Corporation 
• Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation 
• Karber AG 
• Blue Yonder Group Inc. 
• Transplace LLC 

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Conclusion 

The intermodal freight transportation market is set to maintain steady momentum as global trade patterns evolve and logistics networks become more interconnected. Growing demand for reliable delivery, improved visibility, and sustainable transport solutions continues to support long-term intermodal freight transportation market growth. 

Overall, the intermodal freight transportation market forecast reflects a resilient industry positioned to support global commerce through flexible, integrated, and efficient freight movement solutions. 

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