Multimodal Freight

Multimodal transportation is a method of delivering goods using two or more types of transport (road, rail, sea and air), but under a single contract. This method allows you to optimize logistics, reducing costs and delivery times.

Advantages of multimodal transportation
Cost optimization - combining cheap and fast types of transport.
Route flexibility - the ability to deliver to remote regions.
Risk reduction - a single logistics operator controls the entire process.
Reduction in delivery times - minimization of delays at transition points.
Increased security - control at every stage of transportation.

Types of multimodal schemes
Sea + Rail + Road - delivery of containers from the World through ports and railway terminals.
Air + Road – for urgent cargo requiring fast delivery.
Rail + Road – popular routes need to be chosen correctly.
Sea + Road – delivery via ports with subsequent land transportation.

Stages of multimodal transportation
Route development – selection of the optimal combination of transport modes.
Registration of a single document (CMR, bill of lading, consignment notes).
First transportation – initial transportation of cargo (road, rail, sea, air).
Transit and transshipment – change of vehicle at intermediate points.
Delivery to the final destination – completion of the route and unloading.

How to optimize multimodal transportation?
Select reliable logistics partners – the operator must control the entire process.
Optimize documents – use a single transport contract.
Use digital technologies – GPS and CRM systems for cargo tracking.
Minimize transshipment time – reduce downtime at terminals.
Use containerization – reduces the risk of cargo damage and simplifies transportation.