XPO Logistics Launches Duisburg-Izmir Multimodal Service for Faster, Greener Cargo
XPO Logistics has launched a new multimodal service connecting Duisburg, Germany, and Izmir, Turkey. The route combines rail and sea transit, offering a more regular and sustainable option for cargo transport.
The service begins with rail transport from Duisburg to Trieste, Italy. From there, cargo is shipped by sea to Izmir. This route reduces road congestion and offers a more reliable service, even during peak seasons.
XPO's new service builds on existing multimodal routes, such as those between Barcelona and Bettembourg, Le Boulou and Calais, Domodossa and Duisburg, and short sea shipping routes between Liverpool, Santander, Barcelona, and Savona. The company's Less (Low Emission Sustainable Solutions) service helps customers reduce their supply chain carbon footprint.
The new route is ideal for automotive companies, allowing them to adapt to varying shipment sizes and frequencies while maintaining consistent transit times. It also supports aftermarket parts shipments, enabling distributors to maintain competitive lead times and manage inventory more effectively. By optimising supply chains, reducing transit times, and improving reliability, this service enhances logistics capabilities and supports just-in-time manufacturing processes.
XPO's new multimodal service reduces transit time from 10 days to 8 days compared to road-only transport, and produces approximately 80% fewer emissions. This not only benefits the automotive industry but also contributes to sustainability goals by reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 3,100 kg per trip.
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