Rhenus is your partner for intermodal cargo solutions. With our own fleet of more than 21,000 containers and 250 depots around the world, we provide efficient transportation options by sea, road or rail. We can combine these modes to create solutions that fit your supply chain needs.
Since 1991, Rhenus has organized intermodal container shipments to various regions. We offer comprehensive solutions and door-to-door services tailored to your needs through multiple gateways. You benefit from faster transit times and lower costs when you choose Rhenus as your partner for intermodal cargo solutions. Our global network ensures your shipments are delivered efficiently and reliably.
Our container services include one-way leasing, container rental and container trading, allowing containers to be rented for one-off trips, leased on a short or long-term basis and bought or sold. This lets us offer you flexible usage options, cost savings and strategic positioning that help increase efficiency and improve your profitability.
We move your goods through multiple modes of transportation and ensure a secure and reliable supply chain from the port of origin to the destination.
These are our intermodal transport routes:
Intermodal connections from Türkiye to Europe:
Rail connections across Europe:
Short sea connections:
Our NVOCC services encompass securing slots from common carriers or feeder operators to move goods using our own containers (SOCs). We offer space protection, competitive handling charges and extended free time for demurrage and detention.
Extensive rail connections across Europe, featuring routes from Türkiye to Europe as well as various north-south, north-central and north-east connections.
A land bridge service that delivers rapid transportation across extensive overland routes and serves as an efficient alternative to sea transportation.
Reduce high transportation costs with optimized routes by combining modes for more cost-efficient solutions and better overall pricing.
Increase flexibility by using alternative routes and adapting to traffic issues or other obstacles to help achieve timely deliveries.
Benefit from an extended international network that provides seamless door-to-door services, combining multiple transportation modes to improve efficiency and reliability across international routes.
Contact us today for cost-effective, flexible and reliable intermodal options, backed by our global network and specialized equipment.
Intermodal cargo solutions involve transporting goods using multiple modes of transportation, such as rail, road and sea, without handling the freight itself when changing modes. Rhenus uses various types of containers and transport units for this method, making transportation efficient and lowering the risk of damage.
Intermodal cargo solutions typically use a combination of rail, road and sea transport. We select these modes based on efficiency, cost-effectiveness and the specific requirements of your shipment, supporting a seamless transition between the various means of transport.
The intermodal service offers several benefits, including reduced transportation costs and greater flexibility in route planning. focusing rail and ocean shipping to enhance efficiency. With the Rhenus Group’s intermodal cargo solutions, you benefit from minimized handling and reduced risk of damage to and loss of your shipment.
You can track your intermodal shipment with our track & trace tool. This allows us to give you real-time updates on the location and status of your freight, ensuring transparency and efficient supply chain management.
Freight security in intermodal transportation is maintained through various measures, including secure loading and sealing of containers, 24/7 monitoring and the use of secure terminals and facilities. Additionally, strict adherence to international regulations and standards helps protect against theft and damage.
Intermodal transport uses multiple types of transportation, e.g. trucks, trains and ships, for a single shipment. For instance, we can arrange a journey from Germany to Central Asia via an intermodal route, involving transport by truck to the port, followed by river barge, sea freight, rail and ferry. We use our own containers throughout the trip and balance imports and exports to avoid empty trips, leading to more competitive pricing.
