Multimodal transport using different modes of transport
A multimodal arrangement combines several modes of transport and requires agreement on transfer points, terminal operations, documents and the parties' responsibilities. Options are compared by the complete route, transit time and cost breakdown.
Transport modes in multimodal shipping
Road
Door-to-door delivery with maximum route flexibility
Rail
Cost-effective long-distance transport with high carrying capacity
Sea
International transport of large freight volumes by sea
Air
Urgent long-distance delivery in the shortest possible time
Benefits of multimodal transport
Optimising delivery time and cost
Reducing the environmental impact of transport
Delivery to hard-to-reach regions
Flexibility in selecting the best routes
Unified management of the entire logistics chain
Reducing risks through a wider choice of transport solutions
Features of our service
Combined routes
Comparing routes that use several modes of transport by transit time, transshipments and cost breakdown.
Unified management
Coordinating all transport stages through one logistics management centre.
Intermodal containers
Using standardised containers for seamless transfer between transport modes.
Customs support
Gathering source documents; the final list depends on the goods, countries, terminals and procedure.
Tracking along the entire route
Checkpoints and status formats are agreed between the parties along the route.
Environmental solutions
Prioritising environmentally friendly modes of transport to reduce the carbon footprint.
How to compare the full transport chain
Two options can be compared when they have the same origin and destination, cargo description and readiness date. Request the following information for each transport and terminal stage.
| Condition | What the quote should make clear |
|---|---|
| Route | Where the stage starts and ends, which mode of transport is used, and where transshipment, handling and delivery to the consignee take place. |
| Transit time | When the cargo must be ready and accepted by the terminal; how waiting for departure, handling and connection with the next stage are accounted for. |
| Costs | Which transport, terminal and related operations are included, what is charged separately, and which changes trigger a revised quote. |
| Handover | Who receives and hands over the cargo at each transfer point, and which document or agreed status confirms the number and condition of packages. |
| Monitoring | Who reports schedule changes, what information they provide, and who agrees the next steps in the event of delays or discrepancies in the data. |
For an initial quote, provide the warehouse-to-warehouse route, packed cargo specifications, readiness date and consignee requirements. State whether transshipment is permitted and specify any special conditions; the exact chain, timings and document requirements are agreed for each request.
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Frequently asked questions
What is multimodal transport?
Multimodal transport combines several modes of transport. The parties involved, handover points, documents, responsibilities and status notification procedure are agreed in advance for each arrangement.
How can cargo be delivered from China?
The arrangement from China is selected according to the origin city, delivery address, weight, volume, transshipments, documents, time frame and budget. Compare the complete chain to the destination address, rather than a single leg.
Which container should I choose for transport?
The container type is selected according to the internal dimensions of the specific equipment, gross weight, weight distribution, packaging and carrier and terminal restrictions. Specifications are confirmed before booking.