Multimodal Shipping refers to the transportation of goods under a single contract but performed with at least two different modes of transport, such as rail, truck, ship, or air, involving a combination of these to move cargo from origin to destination.
In Multimodal Shipping, a single carrier or a multimodal transport operator (MTO) is responsible for the entire journey, even though the shipment will use multiple types of transport. This approach simplifies the logistics process for the shipper, as they only need to deal with one contract and one entity for the entire transportation chain. The MTO coordinates the various legs of the journey, ensuring efficient transfers between different modes of transport, optimizing delivery times, and often reducing costs. This method leverages the strengths of each transportation mode, such as the cost-effectiveness of rail for long distances and the flexibility of trucks for final delivery. Effective Multimodal Shipping enhances supply chain efficiency, reduces transit times, and can provide significant cost savings for shippers.
Multimodal Shipping