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    Inland waterway transport in India: Logistics by river

    Environmentally friendly, reliable and cost-efficient: inland waterway transportation has become an integral part of logistics – and rightly so. We get your freight to its destination on time via India’s waterways.

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    Discover inland waterways transport in India
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    Barge services: goods at a glance

    With our expertise and experience, we ensure the proper transportation of your freight. Barge services for various bulk goods or general cargo complete the service portfolio such as cement, coal, steel and its products, fertilizer, edible oil, food grains and pulses as well as FMCG. This enables us to offer you a tailor-made solution for your cargo.

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    Your benefits

    Thanks to the large transport volume, barge transport is a cost-effective way to transport goods.

    Compared to other modes of transport, this mode of transportation is not only more climate friendly, but also has other advantages, such as relieving congestion on the road network.

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    Barge transport services by Rhenus

    Discover our fleet

    • Our extensive network of branches enables us to offer barge services for your products.
    • Our large fleet structure offers you a high degree of delivery reliability.
    • Thanks to just-in-time delivery, your freight is in the right place at the right time. In logistics, inland waterway transportation is the most predictable mode of transport, making it ideal for your just-in-time projects.
    • With extensive experience, we provide the right solutions for your logistics needs and ensure your operations run smoothly.

    Discover inland waterways transport in India

    Discover revolutionising cargo transport on two of India’s majestic rivers:

    Ganga River
    Haldia ⇔ Varanasi

    Brahmaputra River
    Haldia ⇔ Guwahati & Bogibeel

    Transferring a century of European inland navigation know-how to unlock the potential of Indian waterways.

    Low flat-bottom vessels engineered for efficient bulk & break-bulk cargo handling.

    Strategic connectivity to unlock seamless cargo movement across North, East and North-East regions.

    Cross-border IBP transshipment allows expansion to trade routes in Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh, enhancing regional logistics.

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    Looking for a partner for your supply chain?

    With our experience and expertise, we will find a tailor-made solution for you. Our experts will be happy to help you!

    Frequently asked questions

    Inland waterway logistics covers the transport of goods via rivers and canals.

    Compared to other modes of transportation, inland waterway shipping is more environmentally friendly due to its high transport capacity and comparatively low energy consumption. The combination of high payloads and low manpower requirements also makes this service a cost-effective mode of transport.

    The duration of the transport depends largely on the distance to be covered.

    There are almost no limits to transportation on inland waterways – from bulk goods to general cargo such as cement, coal, steel and its products, fertilizer, edible oil, food grains and pulses, as well as FMCG.