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31. 10. 2024
Poland has great potential to become an important rail freight market in Europe. With the growing importance of rail transport and increasing investment, the railway network is being continuously modernised. Rail Cargo Group (RCG) also plays a central role in this change.
Poland is one of the most dynamic rail freight transport markets in Europe. In recent years, major investments have been made with the support of European funding to significantly improve the railway network and meet the growing demands of the market. In particular, intermodal transport has great potential for development, which could make Poland an increasingly important hub for pan-European freight transport.
The country has the fourth-largest railway network in Europe. Since 2019, numerous infrastructure projects have been implemented, including the modernisation of more than 7,000 kilometres of tracks to make passenger and freight transport more efficient and sustainable. Although rail freight is currently facing a number of challenges, such as the uncertain geopolitical situation related to the war in Ukraine and rising operating costs, which have led to a decline in freight volumes, Poland remains a country with great potential for the entire rail industry. Poland is increasingly positioning itself as an important hub for Europe-wide rail transport, particularly in relation to Asia and the CIS countries.
RCG has over 20 years of experience in the logistics and rail industry in this challenging market. With forwarding and carrier subsidiaries and a total of 40 employees, RCG is on hand to offer customers from all industries customised logistics solutions – from single wagonloads to block trains. Whether intermodal logistics, sea freight or warehouse logistics: RCG's end-to-end logistics solutions cover all areas and leave nothing to be desired. This also applies to additional forwarding services such as customs clearance, transshipment and temporary storage. Direct access to the international standard and broad-gauge rail network is also very attractive, enabling individual complete solutions for transport to the CIS countries.
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RCG's Polish carrier company uses modern multi-system locomotives, which are designed for multiple power systems, so there is no need to change locomotives at the border. With an output of 8,700 hp and high reliability, Vectron locomotives are ideal for use in international rail transport. What's more, they help to reduce CO2 emissions and increase efficiency by reducing maintenance requirements. Another highlight: RCG has recently added a new Vectron to its fleet in cooperation with the leasing provider European Locomotive Leasing (ELL), which will be used for intermodal transport from the terminal in Gdansk to other European countries.
Want to know more about our services? From 5 to 7 November 2024, we will be exhibiting for the first time at TransLogistica in Warsaw – the leading transport and logistics event in Poland and Central and Eastern Europe. Visit us in Hall 3, Stand P10, and find out all about our services for your transport needs. Our RCG experts will be on hand and look forward to meeting you.
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