Platform capabilities
What you can do on the platform: list, search, connect, and manage in one place.
Discover & Search
Find rail capacity across North America — by map, search, or browse.
Interactive Network Map
Explore North America's rail network on a full interactive map with railway overlays. Filter by listing type and Class I railroad, click any marker to see facility details.
- Interactive map with railway overlays
- Filter by service type and Class I railroad
- Click any marker for facility details
Advanced Search
Search and filter rail services by location, service type, service provider details, and availability.
- Location-based search
- Service type filters
- Detailed service provider browsing
Favorites
Save and organize your favorite service providers and services for quick access and future reference.
- Save favorite service providers
- Quick access dashboard
- Organize saved services
Listings & Visibility
Get found when shippers search. Present your services professionally and control what you share.
Service Listings
Create, edit, and manage listings for rail storage, transload, rail services, and real estate with flexible visibility — from free Basic listings to Premium.
- Multiple service types
- Basic and Premium visibility options
- Create, edit, and update listings
Public Storefronts
Every service provider gets a public company and facility profile with maps, listings, and railroad connections. Premium tenants can configure branded multi-page storefronts.
- Public company and facility profiles
- Branded storefront pages
- Maps, services, and contact sections
Premium Analytics
Track listing performance, view statistics, and monitor engagement with Premium tier listings.
Know how many shippers viewed your listing and see who's looking so you can follow up.
- Listing view statistics
- Performance tracking
- Engagement metrics
Reviews
Facility-level reviews from verified users. See how other shippers rate a location before you commit.
- Facility ratings and reviews
- Visible on public profiles
- Build trust and reputation
Operations
Manage your locations, team, and day-to-day from one dashboard.
Unified Dashboard
Central dashboard for managing your locations, listings, messages, and account settings.
- All-in-one control panel
- Quick navigation
- Activity overview
Team Management
Manage company profiles, user roles, and team access permissions across multiple locations.
- User role management
- Company profile control
- Multi-location access
Communication
Talk directly with the other side. No middlemen.
Direct Messaging
Built-in messaging system for service providers and shippers to communicate directly about services.
One thread per opportunity. No lost emails, no gatekeepers.
- Service provider-shipper conversations
- Message history
- Conversation threading
FastTrack™ Instant Booking
Submit bookings in one click at real-time rates. Service providers approve per their rules. Fast workflow, you stay in control.
Book in minutes, not weeks. When both sides are set up, capacity moves at rail speed.
- One-click submission
- Automated approval per facility rules
- Streamlined booking process
From Booking to Billing
Every railcar order — visible, connected, and managed in one place.
Direct Order Management
Full self-service railcar tracking for direct orders. Manage shipping, arrival, release, and departure in one place.
- Complete lifecycle management
- Self-service status transitions
- Flexible document requirements
Real-Time Railcar Tracking
Kanban-style interface for tracking railcars through their entire lifecycle with real-time status updates.
- Visual status management
- Real-time updates
- Activity history tracking
Automated Billing & Invoicing
Automated period-based billing, dynamic pricing, and transparent charge breakdowns. Know what you owe and what you're owed. No surprises.
- Period-based calculations
- Automated billing cycles
- Complete audit trails
Multiple Order Types
Support for bid, book, broker, and direct orders with type-specific workflows and requirements.
- Bid negotiations
- Instant booking
- Broker order management
- Direct order management
Document Management
Upload and manage Bills of Lading, SDS files, and other order documents with optional requirements for peer-to-peer orders.
- BOL upload and storage
- Safety data sheets
- Document versioning
- Flexible requirements
Data & Intelligence
As users interact across the platform, SIDINGS™ captures data on views, searches, and activity — unlocking insights into market demand, performance, and emerging trends.
Listing Analytics (Premium)
See what's getting attention and what's not. Track views, engagement, and performance of your services.
Rate Lookups
Estimate rail freight rates directly from listing pages. Enter origin, destination, railcar type, and commodity to get rate ranges.
API & Integrations
Our backend is built to connect with ERPs, TMS, and other systems. Public API access is on the roadmap.