Frankfurt-based logistics company Kombiverkehr KG is set to launch new train services to and from Sweden, commencing January 2024.
A fully loaded ore train, travelling from Kiruna to Narvik, derailed near Vassijaure station, close to the Norwegian border, on the evening of December 17th.
The Great British Railways Transition Team (GBRTT) has announced a government-set target for a minimum of 75% growth in rail freight by 2050.
In the new MC study "EUROPEAN INTERMODAL RAIL FREIGHT MARKET - Networks, Players, Outlook", SCI Verkehr provides an overview of current developments in the intermodal market.
The Intermodal Terminal of Nelt in Kruševac has begun its operations, with the first route through Budapest to various destinations within the European Union.
Scheduled to debut in early 2024, the solution will provide real-time monitoring capabilities for railcar and tank container owners, ushering in a new era of connectivity and intelligence for freight transportation.
Canadian National Railway (CN) has finalised an agreement to acquire Iowa Northern Railway (IANR), integrating it into CN's existing U.S. rail network.
Utilizing self-driving technology adapted for rail environments, the Hiivr Rail concept proposes seamless container movement from vessels to intermodal terminals, potentially reducing road traffic and emissions.
The Swiss operator will use the locomotives for end-to-end solutions of its owner, retail company Coop.
The project, completed in just two weeks, involved a specially configured train comprising 23 platforms.
During November and early December 2023, several new transports and expansions of existing routes were announced. Here is the summary:
MEDLOG SA, the UK-based subsidiary of MSC Group, has agreed terms with pan-European logistics specialist Verdion to operate its iPort Rail multimodal freight terminal at iPort in Doncaster.
The service promises streamlined cargo movement, combining rail and multimodal networks for efficient and green transport within 72 hours.
RCG has signed a framework agreement with Swiss wagon hire company MFD Rail. Up to 600 additional container wagons will help shift even more freight from road to rail.
In 2023, Amazon enhanced its railway transportation in Europe, utilising over 100 rail routes.
The closures, caused by a landslide and derailment, respectively, require rapid solutions to avoid long-term impacts on rail freight operations.
Designed for the efficient transport of both roundwood and sawn timber, the timber wagon reduces empty runs, increases payload capacity, and minimizes the need for additional train runs.
The proposals, adopted during the Council's recent meeting, focus on adjusting the heavy vehicle charge (HVC) and increasing financial support for rail transport on shorter routes.
The branch will offer a range of services including air, road, and rail freight, intermodal solutions, and a focus on developing warehousing services.
The initiative, pushed by Adif, is aimed to foster collaboration among various stakeholders, including shippers, logistics operators, road transport firms, railway companies, and port authorities.