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    Train freight: cross-border transportation with reliable transit times

    Railway transport is a well-established method of shipping goods of nearly any type across long distances. Drawing on extensive experience, we are able to deliver the most suitable logistics solution for rail logistics needs.

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    Transport on your own account, maintenance and more

    For generations, rail logistics has served as a proven approach to transporting a diverse range of goods over long distances. Rail freight is recognized for its punctuality, environmental friendliness and the extensive service portfolio offered by rail transport. This covers not only the implementation of rail logistics operations, but also the management of company-owned transport, rail forwarding and the upkeep of rail vehicles.

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    There are very few restrictions on the goods that can be transported via rail. For instance, the Rhenus Group moves agricultural products, vehicles, building materials and raw materials as well as coal and mining products such as iron, steel, coal, coke and ores. When it comes to transporting chemical and mineral oil products, Rhenus holds the necessary certifications for the safe handling of hazardous goods. The safety of your goods is supported by containers and special containers, transport safety equipment and loading equipment, along with train and load monitoring, which are managed both through technology and by safety staff. Through IT solutions such as Track & Trace, you can always see where your goods are located.

    With over twenty years of expertise, we understand what international customers require, the impact of weather conditions and the importance of being able to react quickly at any time via a 24/7 helpdesk, along with the individual factors that must be taken into account at the customer’s destinations or premises.

    The Rhenus Group offers rail vehicle maintenance as a service. Our experienced employees have a high level of technical expertise.

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    Advantages of rail logistics

    Rail freight is particularly cost-efficient thanks to its ability to handle large volumes. By grouping individual orders into substantial quantities, you gain from our advantageous purchase prices.

    Thanks to fixed timetables and reliable routes, rail freight forwarding ranks among the most dependable transportation modes for both short and long distances. Streamlined processes and reduced handling times also limit operational delays.

    Compared to other modes of transport, rail freight services are considerably more environmentally friendly without reducing speed.

    The Rhenus Group’s rail freight services

    • Innovative and customized logistics concepts
    • 24/7 helpdesk and transport monitoring
    • Personal contact
    • Servicing of private sidings, ports, factories and CT terminals
    • Procurement of wagons and equipment
    • Pre-carriage and onward carriage by road
    • Top quality and safety standards
    • Coordination of your customs clearance
    • Services on the first mile and last mile delivered with our own assets or in collaboration with partners
    • Formation of trains managed by our internal shunting personnel and wagon masters

    Our value-added services

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    Customs clearance

    For rail transport across international borders, Rhenus oversees all customs clearance activities to guarantee efficient cross-border movement. Our experts coordinate with local partners to meet compliance requirements, reduce delays and keep freight running efficiently throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

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    Interface management

    We manage the entire door-to-door transportation chain. If required, we operate all interfaces and integrate the customer’s own capacities. We offer both the planning and handling of transshipment at terminals along with suitable warehousing options. We cover all stages of your goods transport from start through to completion, including pre-carriage and on-carriage by road. You benefit from a single point of contact for the entire process.

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    Security services

    When necessary, we can ensure the security of your goods against theft and other hazards by combining technical protection solutions as well as by deploying security personnel.

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    Infrastructure

    We look after your rail infrastructure to maintain safety and availability. Our services include maintenance and repair work along with infrastructure operations, up to the management of rail operations.

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    Are you searching for a logistics solution for your rail transportation?

    With our in-depth experience and global network, we can create a tailored logistics solution for your rail freight services. Reach out to us today!

    Frequently asked questions about rail logistics

    Nearly every type of freight can be transported via rail freight. It is also possible to transport freight with special requirements such as agricultural products, chemical and mineral products, construction and raw materials, vehicles and mining products.