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Rail logistics services with dependable transit times across borders

Rail freight is one of the most established and versatile transport options for long-distance cargo. With extensive experience in international rail logistics services, we design transport concepts that combine efficiency, reliability and precise planning – tailored to your specific requirements.

Transport on own account, maintenance and more

For centuries, rail logistics has been an established means of transporting a variety of goods over long distances. Rail freight services stand out thanks to their punctuality, environmental friendliness and the large number of different services that rail transport offers. These include not only the pure execution of rail logistics, but also the assumption of transports on a company’s own account, rail forwarding and the maintenance of rail vehicles.

End-to-end rail logistics services

Rail logistics services are a reliable solution for long-distance freight transport. Today, train freight services stand out for their dependable schedules, environmental advantages and broad service portfolio, including own-account operations, forwarding solutions and professional rail vehicle maintenance.

The Rhenus Group transports a wide range of goods by train freight – from agricultural products, vehicles and construction materials to raw and mining materials such as iron, steel, coal and ores. Certified processes ensure the safe and compliant handling of chemical and mineral oil products. With more than 250 intermodal trains per week, we enable efficient container transport across Türkiye and Europe, supported by specialized equipment, continuous monitoring and track & trace transparency.

Decades of experience on trans-European routes allow us to respond quickly to operational challenges, supported by a 24/7 helpdesk and deep knowledge of terminal and customer-site requirements. In addition, our own repair facilities across Europe ensure reliable rail vehicle maintenance by highly qualified specialists.

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Key benefits of rail logistics services

Rail logistics services achieve high cost efficiency through large transport capacities. By bundling individual shipments into optimized volumes, we create purchasing advantages that are passed directly on to our customers.

Fixed schedules and established routes make rail freight one of the most dependable modes of transport over both short and long distances. Streamlined processes and reduced handling times further increase operational stability.

Train freight offers a significantly lower environmental footprint compared to other modes of freight transport – without compromising speed or performance.

The Rhenus Group’s solutions for rail freight transport

  • Custom-designed logistics concepts
  • Continuous transport monitoring with 24/7 helpdesk support
  • Dedicated personal contacts
  • Service for private sidings, ports, industrial plants and CT terminals
  • Procurement of wagons and specialized equipment
  • Pre- and onward carriage by road
  • Consistently high safety and quality standards
  • Complete organization of customs clearance
  • Local experts in ten European countries
  • First-mile and last-mile solutions using own resources or trusted partners
  • Train assembly by in-house shunting teams and certified wagon masters

Value-added solutions for efficient rail freight

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Customs clearance

For cross-border train freight within the EU, we manage the entire customs clearance process. Our technical specialists and regional teams ensure compliant handling while focusing on fast processing and avoiding transport delays.

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Interface management

We coordinate the complete door-to-door transport chain. Upon request, we manage all interfaces and integrate your own resources where required. This includes terminal transshipment, storage solutions and the organization or execution of road-based pre- and onward carriage. You benefit from a single point of contact for the entire transport process.

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Security services

Where required, we protect your cargo against theft and other risks through a combination of technical security solutions and trained security personnel.

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Infrastructure

We ensure the safe and reliable operation of rail infrastructure. Our services range from maintenance and repair to full infrastructure operation, including the management of rail operations.

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Planning rail transport? Let’s find the right solution.

With comprehensive expertise and a strong international network, we develop train freight solutions that fit operational and strategic requirements.

Frequently asked questions about rail logistics

Rail freight is suitable for almost all types of cargo. This includes goods with special requirements such as agricultural products, chemical and mineral oil shipments, construction materials, raw materials, vehicles and mining products.