Route suitability
- Origin, destination, cargo profile and routing conditions all need to be considered together.
- The shipment should be assessed individually before a rail option is included in the plan.
Freight mode
Rail freight for suitable route and cargo conditions.
A route option that may provide a balance between speed and cost for suitable origins, destinations and cargo.
Service Overview
Rail freight can be assessed as one transport option alongside sea and air when the shipment, origin, destination and routing conditions are suitable.
The appropriate plan depends on current shipment details and should include destination-side requirements and final delivery scope.
Shipment sequence
Planning the shipment
- Confirm supplier readiness and cargo information
- Assess origin, destination and routing conditions
- Prepare export and transport information
- Plan destination-side requirements and final delivery scope
Decision Factors
Cargo planning
- Dimensions, weight, packaging and commodity information help identify the handling requirements that need assessment.
- Supplier readiness and collection requirements can influence the shipment sequence.
Destination scope
- Customs-related arrangements, destination handling and final delivery requirements should be considered as part of the route plan.
- The importer setup and cargo information influence the details that need to be prepared.
Operational Considerations
- Availability and routing are assessed shipment by shipment.
- Rail freight is not presented with fixed route timings because suitability depends on the individual shipment and routing conditions.
FAQ
When can rail freight be considered?
Rail can be assessed for suitable origins, destinations and cargo where the shipment may benefit from balancing speed and cost considerations.
Why is rail routing assessed individually?
Availability and routing depend on the shipment details, origin, destination and current route conditions, so they are assessed shipment by shipment.
Start with the shipment