Multimodal Freight Transportation: one integrated logistics chain

We combine rail, sea, and road transport into a single route with clear timelines and one center of responsibility

Benefits

When multimodal works better than a single transport mode

Some tasks can’t be solved efficiently with just one mode — because of timelines, cost, or geography. In such cases, combined routes deliver a real advantage:

Import/export with inland delivery

When cargo arrives by sea, but the consignee is far from the port — and you need a combination of sea, rail, and road delivery

Routes with no direct connection

When there is no direct rail, sea, or road service between shipper and consignee and transit hubs are required

Tight deadlines with a limited budget

When air freight or road-only is too expensive, and sea-only is too slow — you need a balanced solution

Large lots + fragmented distribution

When the main volume moves as a large batch (container/rail service), and then must be distributed to many destinations by road

Complex geographic conditions

When part of the route is best covered by rail, another by sea, and another by road depending on infrastructure and access

One responsible party for the entire route

When you don’t want to coordinate 3–4 contractors and prefer one logistics partner for updates and decisions

Services

What a multimodal logistics scheme is made of

We build the route like a modular system — each element must be aligned with the next

Комплексные логистические решения и аутсорс цепочек поставок

Multimodal solution may include:

Process

How we design and manage multimodal routes

Task review and constraints

We collect information about the cargo, origin/destination points, expected volumes, and timeline/budget constraints. We clarify which hubs/corridors are currently used and which should be used or avoided

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Selecting a workable scheme and defining the rules

Together with the client we choose the scheme that best fits internal processes. We define responsibilities, data exchange format, reporting frequency, and cost calculation principles

03

Adjustment and development

After several cycles, we analyze actual lead times, bottlenecks, and costs. We propose improvements: hubs change, dispatch frequency adjustments, and interaction format refinement

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02

Scheme and corridor options

We develop several scenarios: different ports, hubs, and combinations of modes. For each option, we estimate lead times and outline how participants will be connected

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Launch and operational management

We run transportation under the chosen scheme: booking, rolling stock/vehicle allocation, transshipment, connection control, and status updates

Timelines & Cost Drivers

What affects timelines and overall cost

In multimodal logistics, it’s important to look not only at leg-by-leg pricing, but at the entire route design

Number of legs and connections; availability of alternative routes

Selected transport modes and their combination across the route

Tariffs and schedules of shipping lines, rail operators, and terminals

Congestion at ports, terminals, and corridors

Shipment volumes and dispatch regularity

Timeline requirements and allowed fluctuations

Additional operations: storage, handling, picking/packing, insurance

Documents

Data and documents that matter for a multimodal scheme

We need from the client:

We provide:

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about multimodal transportation

Not always. Sometimes it is needed not to reduce cost, but to achieve acceptable lead times or cover complex geography. We clearly show which options bring savings and which simply make the task feasible.

No. We often start with a pilot route or one lane, test the scheme, and then scale it to other flows.

We track cargo through key nodes and warn about risks in advance. Depending on the case, options may include re-booking, shifting connections, or changing a leg. Actions are discussed and fixed in procedures.

Yes. We can integrate a client’s existing carrier into the scheme while managing coordination and connections with the remaining legs.

Not necessarily. At early stages, an agreed data exchange and reporting format is often enough. If required, we can discuss deeper integration with the client’s systems.

It’s enough to know the origin, destination, cargo type, and approximate timelines. We will propose corridor options and explain the pros and cons of each.

Request a multimodal route design

Tell us where the cargo needs to go, expected volumes, and timeline requirements — we will propose several multimodal delivery schemes and explain the differences between them

We will show possible routes and logistics corridors

We will estimate lead times and key risks for each option

We will provide cost benchmarks and cooperation format options

We’ll call you shortly with a multimodal route proposal

Calculation of the cost of multimodal freight transportation

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Логистика под экспортно-импортные операции

Поддержка сети региональных складов при росте ассортимента

Единый логистический центр вместо разрозненных схем

Экспортная поставка с глубокой переработкой маршрута

Сырьё из порта в глубь страны: море + ж/д + авто

Доставка линии розлива из Азии на завод в Центральной России

Мультимодальная перевозка корпуса оборудования

Перевозка металлоконструкций для промышленного объекта

Доставка силового трансформатора на строящуюся подстанцию

Поставка нефтепродуктов для сети АЗС и автопарка

Сезонное обеспечение дизельным топливом аграрной компании

Снабжение топливом горнодобывающего предприятия

Температурные перевозки продуктов питания

Доставка стройматериалов и техники на удалённый строительный объект

Регулярные поставки на распределительные склады розничной сети

Перевозка негабаритного оборудования по схеме RORO + доставка до объекта

LCL-перевозка сборного груза для нескольких российских получателей

Поставка промышленного оборудования в контейнерах (FCL)

Сборные железнодорожные отправки для сети региональных складов

Перевозка крупногабаритного промышленного оборудования на завод

Сезонная поставка битума для дорожного строительства

Регулярная поставка дизельного топлива для промышленной площадки