Block train

Why choose a Block Train?

You will choose a block train hen the quantity of your goods can fill a whole train.
A block train consists therefore of goods from one customer compared to the Single Wagon Load product which train’s can have multiple shippers. The length of a block train varies but normally it is between 400 and 700 meters. There are ongoing tests around Europe which aims to increase the maximum length of a block train up to 1000 meter.

Common commodities for block train transportation are agriculture, coal, steel and automotive transports. You can either use your own wagons, or rent them from us.

How does it work?

We collect your goods at your site or in a rail port. We operate a whole train, containing only your goods, from point A to point B. No shunting of the wagons at the marshalling yards is necessary. This has the advantage that you can transport your goods
more quickly.