A mini-land bridge refers to an intermodal transportation arrangement where a shipment is moved from a foreign country to the United States via water transport and then transported across the U.S. using rail transport to reach a destination located in a port city. This transportation method can also be applied in reverse for exports originating from a U.S. port city. The mini-land bridge involves a combination of ocean shipping and rail transportation, providing a cost-effective and efficient means to transport goods between different countries and port cities within the United States. It offers a seamless connection between water and rail modes, utilizing the strengths of each mode to facilitate the movement of shipments and enhance logistics networks.