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    Rail transportation that keeps your supply chain on track

    Move your cargo efficiently with rail freight transport designed for long-distance reliability. Rhenus connects you to the U.S. rail network with secure, cost-effective rail freight solutions that keep your goods moving safely and on time.

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    Seamless solutions for every industry

    Rail transportation is one of the most reliable and sustainable ways to move goods efficiently across long distances. With flexible options like freight forwarding, in-house operations and maintenance support, our rail freight logistics services keep U.S. supply chains efficient and on schedule.

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    Move your goods safely and eco-friendly with rail freight transport tailored to your industry’s needs. Whether you handle agricultural products, vehicles, construction materials or hazardous cargo, Rhenus ensures secure  rail freight transportation across the United States. Benefit from partnerships with major U.S. railroads, advanced tracking, reinforced containers and certified teams that safeguard your cargo every mile.

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    Your benefits

    Rail transportation helps you save costs by consolidating shipments into high-capacity volumes, ensuring competitive rates and reliable long-distance delivery across the U.S.

    With fixed schedules and reliable routes, rail freight transportation offers dependable transport. Optimized processes and minimal handling reduce delays, ensuring efficient delivery across short and long distances.

    Rail transportation services offer a more eco-friendly alternative for moving goods without compromising speed. With Rhenus, your goods are handled reliably, ensuring secure, eco-friendly transport while reducing environmental impact.

    The Rhenus Group’s rail freight services

    • Innovative and customized rail logistics solutions
    • 24/7 real-time transport monitoring
    • Dedicated personal contacts for customer support
    • Servicing of private sidings, ports, factories and intermodal terminals
    • Procurement of rail wagons and specialized equipment
    • Integrated pre-carriage and onward carriage by road
    • Highest quality and safety standards
    • Full support with customs clearance procedures
    • Local logistics experts across multiple U.S. regions
    • Reliable first-mile and last-mile delivery via Rhenus or trusted partners
    • In-house train formation by shunting staff and wagon masters

    Enhancing every journey with value-added services

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    Customs clearance

    For international rail transportation, Rhenus manages customs clearance to ensure smooth cross-border transport. Our experts coordinate with local partners to maintain compliance, prevent delays and keep your freight shipping efficient across the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

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    Interface management

    Move your cargo seamlessly from start to finish with our integrated rail logistics solutions. Rhenus handles every step – from pre-carriage by road to final delivery – coordinating transfers, secure storage, and integrating your resources as needed. You get a single point of contact, ensuring your freight shipping by rail is reliable and stress-free.

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    Security services

    Protect your cargo against theft and other risks. We provide advanced security measures and trained  personnel to ensure your rail operations remain safe throughout their journey.

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    Infrastructure

    Keep your rail operations safe and reliable with Rhenus. We handle maintenance, repairs and full infrastructure management, ensuring your rail freight transport ation runs smoothly and your shipments stay on schedule.

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    Ready to move your goods by rail?

    Leverage our global network and expertise to create a fast, sustainable and cost-efficient logistics solution.

    Frequently asked questions about rail logistics

    Almost any type of freight can be transported by 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.