Reliability: in case of changing circumstances, multimodal schemes provide more opportunities to reroute without serious loss of time.<\/li><\/ul>Intermodal transportation: when is it profitable?<\/h2>
Intermodal transportation also involves the use of different modes of transport, but differs significantly in the way it is organized and interacts with carriers. In intermodal schemes, each section of the route is organized under a separate contract with a specific transport provider, which means that the person who performs it is responsible for the route segment.<\/p>
This approach can be useful when it is important to be as flexible as possible in choosing participants, carriers and partners, as well as optimizing the cost of each segment or using specialized transport for specific sections of the route. However, the logistics themselves become more complex: more coordination, attention to documents and risks are required.<\/p>
Sea freight transportation is the standard of global trade<\/h2>
Sea freight is, without exaggeration, the basis of international logistics. According to industry data, up to 90% of cargo in international trade is transported by sea, mainly in containers. Containers and their parameters are standardized, which makes this format the most profitable and safe way to transport various types of cargo - from industrial goods and equipment to household products.<\/p>
Sea transportation is particularly effective for large volumes and long routes, and its main advantages include: cost-effectiveness, the ability to transport heavy and oversized cargo, reliability, and safety.<\/p>
It is important to choose the right type of container:<\/p>