Swissterminal to operate three Alsace ports
DP World has significantly expanded its European inland network, adding three key ports in the Alsace region through its affiliate company, Swissterminal.
More specifically the move will improve transport connections in the border triangle region between France, Switzerland and Germany, which holds such economic importance for numerous industries such as chemicals, metals, food processing, and construction.
The strategic location of the ports is also expected to grow in significance in the near future. New rail connections due to be implemented will link them to the two main French seaports of Le Havre and Marseille-Fos, while inland shipping to the largest North Range ports of Rotterdam (Netherlands) and Antwerp (Belgium) will be strengthened.
“We continue to strive to introduce more products, improve efficiency and reliability, while of course reducing our carbon footprint and that of our customers through more sustainable inland transport methods, such as barge and rail,” remarked Rob Harrison-Vice President Inland & Logistics, Europe & Russia, DP World.
