XPO launches new multimodal transport corridor between Belgium and Turkey | Logistics Manager

XPO Logistics has announced that it is expanding its multimodal transport solution options with the launch of a new corridor between Antwerp, Belgium, and Istanbul, Turkey.

Approximately 2,600km long, the new route combines road and rail transportation methods, reducing transit time from 10 days to eight compared to road transportation alone.

XPO aims to significantly enhance logistics capabilities between these trade hubs, enabling companies to move greater volumes of products between Belgium and Turkey.

The new multimodal corridor also offers customers more regular service throughout the year, even in peak season, while also reducing road congestion.

In addition to the rail and road route, XPO Logistics provides customers with the option of combining short sea shipping and rail, with rail transit between Duisburg, Germany, and the port at Trieste, Italy, connecting to sea transit between Trieste and Izmir, Turkey.

The new multimodal route also offers significant environmental benefits, including a notable reduction in CO₂ emissions.

The rail transport will produce approximately 80% fewer emissions than traditional road transport, which equates to approximately 3,100kg less CO₂ emitted per trip on this route.

Christophe Verot, managing director for Central Europe at XPO Logistics, said: “Our dedication to multimodal transport solutions has been highly successful, strengthening XPO’s position in the combined road, sea and rail transportation market.

“The implementation of multimodal solutions is a crucial step in enhancing the efficiency of our customers’ goods movement while also reducing their supply chain carbon footprint to help them meet sustainability objectives.

“We are confident that the new corridor between Belgium and Turkey will result in environmental efficiencies, enhanced safety, and reduced transit times for our customers.”