Expert coordination of multiple transport modes under a single contract for optimal efficiency.
Multimodal transportation is a shipping method where goods are moved using multiple modes of transport under a single contract and coordinated by a single transport operator who takes full responsibility for the entire journey.
Unlike intermodal transport, multimodal shipping emphasizes the legal framework and coordinated management of the entire logistics chain rather than the technical aspect of container handling between different modes.
Today's multimodal transport services leverage advanced technologies and integrated management systems to provide efficient end-to-end logistics solutions:
Modern multimodal transport operators function as comprehensive logistics architects, designing complete supply chain solutions that optimize efficiency, reliability, and environmental impact.
Waldmodal offers integrated multimodal transport services that combine road, rail, sea, and air under unified management to provide optimized logistics solutions tailored to your specific requirements.
Multimodal transport emerged as a concept alongside containerization, with pioneering companies beginning to offer coordinated services using multiple transport modes under consolidated management.
The concept gained international recognition with the adoption of the United Nations Convention on International Multimodal Transport of Goods in 1980, which established the legal framework for multimodal transport operations.
Various regional and national regulations emerged to accommodate and regulate multimodal transport operators, defining liability regimes and documentation requirements.
Modern multimodal transport is characterized by digital integration, with blockchain, AI, and IoT technologies enabling unprecedented coordination, visibility, and efficiency across complex global supply chains.
Entity responsible for the entire multimodal transport chain under a single contract, assuming liability from origin to destination.
Single transport document covering the entire journey across multiple transport modes, serving as a receipt, evidence of contract, and sometimes a document of title.
The transfer of goods from one transport vehicle to another during the journey to the final destination.
Often used interchangeably with multimodal transport in Europe, referring specifically to road-rail combinations.
Transport document covering multimodal shipments from origin to destination, issued by the MTO.
Liability system where compensation for damage or loss is determined based on where in the transport chain the incident occurred.
Final leg of the multimodal transport chain that brings goods to their final destination.
Transport service providers contracted by the MTO to perform specific segments of the multimodal journey.
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