PROJECT CARGO FOR RAILWAYS
Locomotive and Railcar Transport: Railway Project Cargo
We coordinate the transport of locomotives, railcars and railway infrastructure equipment for operators and contractors in the rail sector. Through our network of vetted partners, we deliver rolling stock safely to the depot, workshop or construction site.
How we operate in Railways
The Transport Partner for Railway Operators
Locomotives, railcars and trams have a specific geometry and weight, different from standard industrial machinery. The lifting points, center of gravity and train wheels require a dedicated approach, which we prepare from the planning phase.
As a freight forwarder, we coordinate a dedicated route survey and multi-axle equipment adapted to the rolling stock, through our network of vetted partners, for deliveries to depots, workshops or railway infrastructure sites.
How we work
Why Choose Us for Railways
Specialized Handling for Rolling Stock
We adapt the lifting and lashing points to the specific geometry of locomotives and railcars, protecting both the rolling stock and the transport equipment.
Route Survey Dedicated to Railway Equipment
We check access to the depot or the final delivery point well in advance, so the transport is confirmed with no surprises along the route.
Coordination with Railway Operators
We align with the delivery schedule of the railway operator or contractor, with a single point of contact throughout the project.
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What we transport
What We Transport for Railways
Rolling stock and infrastructure equipment, with handling specific to the rail sector.
Locomotives
Transport on multi-axle trailers, with a dedicated route survey and lashing adapted to the lifting points.
Railcars and Trams
Coordination for rolling stock of various sizes, to railway depots and workshops.
Railway Infrastructure Equipment
Transport of components for the construction or modernization of railway lines.
Railway Cranes
Transport of specialized cranes for track maintenance and repair operations.
Signaling Components
Transport of signaling equipment and rail traffic control systems.
The specific challenge
The Specific Geometry of Rolling Stock
Locomotives and railcars have lifting points, a center of gravity and a weight distribution that differ from standard industrial machinery. A lashing error can damage both the rolling stock and the transport trailer, which is why planning starts from the equipment's actual technical parameters.
Through our network partners, we coordinate teams with specific experience in transporting railway equipment, who know these technical particularities and work regularly with railway depots and workshops. We factor in the standard EU parameters: 1435 mm track gauge, GB/GC (UIC) loading gauge, typical railcar lengths from 12 to 25 m and locomotive weights from 80 to 130 t.
Why Work With Us?
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Frequently asked questions
Railways: frequently asked questions
As a freight forwarder, we coordinate the locomotive's transport on multi-axle trailers adapted to the weight and center of gravity of the rolling stock, through our vetted network partners. We start from the locomotive's actual technical parameters, with lashing at the specific lifting points, and for units of 80 to 130 t we organize oversized transport with permits and a dedicated route survey.
We choose the equipment based on the length and mass of the rolling stock, typically multi-axle trailers or low platforms that keep the overall height within legal limits. For railcars with typical lengths between 12 and 25 m we use extendable configurations, and the final decision is made after the route survey, so we can confirm access all the way to the depot.
We coordinate loading and unloading at locations without a rail line, using cranes of appropriate capacity or ramps, depending on the equipment's geometry and the space available at the delivery point. We prepare the maneuver from the planning phase, together with partner teams experienced in railway equipment, so positioning in the depot or workshop is done safely.
For transports exceeding the maximum weight or dimension limits, we manage obtaining the special permits from the road authorities in each transit country, together with the required circulation approvals. The dedicated route survey checks bridges, tunnels, roundabouts and depot access well in advance, so the transport is confirmed with no surprises along the route, across the 30+ countries we cover.
The cost depends on the dimensions, weight, route, required permits and any escorts, which is why we calculate the price based on the rolling stock's actual parameters. Send us the type of railway equipment, the pickup point and the destination, and your dedicated project manager will prepare a tailored project quote within 24h.
Yes, we coordinate door-to-door delivery, from the pickup point to the depot, workshop or railway infrastructure site, with a single point of contact throughout the project. On certain routes we combine the road segment with rail or sea legs, depending on local restrictions, with extended CMR insurance of up to EUR 2.5 million tailored to the value of the equipment transported.
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