Rail Freight
Rail freight is the transport of goods using freight trains on a railway network. It is a cornerstone of global logistics, particularly for moving large volumes of heavy or bulk commodities efficiently over long distances.
The service is highly valued for its cost-effectiveness and environmental sustainability compared to road transport for the same volume and distance.
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Essential Rail Freight Services and Features
In the rail freight industry often focus on addressing the challenges and leveraging the advantages of the mode:
- Intermodal Logistics and Terminal Operations: Services focused on the efficient transfer of containers between rail and truck/ship at inland and port terminals.
- Digital Visibility and Tracking: Using technologies like GPS, IoT sensors, and advanced software (Rail Visibility Solutions) to provide real-time location, ETA, and condition monitoring of trains and individual containers to shippers.
- Wagon/Car Management: Providing a fleet of specialized railcars (e.g., boxcars, hopper cars, tank cars) and managing their maintenance, loading, and routing.
- Supply Chain Consulting: Expertise in designing a supply chain that effectively integrates rail, road, and maritime transport to optimize cost and transit time.
- Regulatory and Border Clearance: Handling customs documentation and compliance for cross-border rail shipments (e.g., between Europe and Asia)