IANA Intermodal Expo is North America’s leading event for the intermodal freight transportation industry. It brings together professionals involved in the movement of goods across rail, road, sea, and air. Organised by the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), the event takes place annually in Long Beach, California, and serves as a central meeting point for the companies, technologies, and ideas shaping the future of freight transportation.
A Trade Show for the Entire Intermodal Industry
The expo brings together railroads, motor carriers, ocean carriers, ports, terminal operators, technology providers, 3PLs, shippers, and logistics specialists from across the supply chain. Through a combination of exhibition space, educational sessions, keynote presentations, and networking events, attendees gain valuable insight into the latest developments affecting intermodal transportation.
The event provides an opportunity for businesses to strengthen partnerships, discover new technologies, and explore practical solutions to industry challenges.
Intermodal Expo Highlights
Each year, the expo attracts around 1,800 to 2,000 industry decision makers and features more than 100 exhibitors. Attendees benefit from educational sessions, live demonstrations, expert panel discussions, and direct access to leading suppliers and service providers.
What to Expect from IANA Intermodal Expo
The programme includes keynote presentations from some of the industry’s most influential leaders. It also includes educational sessions focused on current challenges and opportunities across the intermodal sector. Topics regularly include supply chain resilience, sustainability, terminal design, transloading, driver productivity, regulatory developments, technology adoption, and operational efficiency.
Attendees can also expect extensive networking opportunities, helping to build new business relationships and strengthen connections throughout the North American freight transportation market.
Technology, Innovation and Networking
A major focus of the event is the application of emerging technologies across the supply chain. Visitors can explore advances in automation, artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, digital visibility platforms, equipment management, and sustainable transport solutions. Alongside the exhibition, dedicated networking events create opportunities to connect with industry peers, suppliers, carriers, and decision makers.
Where does IANA Intermodal Expo take place?
IANA Intermodal Expo takes place at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, 300 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, California, USA. The venue is located within one of North America’s most important logistics hubs, providing direct access to the region’s major ports and freight infrastructure.
