Multimodal transportation involves organizing cargo delivery using two or more types of transport. The cargo owner signs a single contract, and all work is carried out by one logistics company, accompanying the shipment from the point of origin to the final destination.
Multimodal transportation by STARWAYS LOGISTICS enables fast and cost-effective delivery across the globe. The company provides all the benefits and capabilities of road, air, sea, and rail transport. Our experts will design the most optimal delivery route — safe and cost- and time-efficient.
STARWAYS LOGISTICS delivers consolidated and general cargo between Uzbekistan and Europe, CIS countries, Russia, Turkey, and China.
This service is suitable for those who need to send cargo to a country that cannot be reached directly due to geographical limitations. It is also beneficial when crossing many borders is involved, which means dealing with numerous import/export permits.
Multimodal transportation offers a number of advantages:
Efficiency
Combining several types of transport enables faster delivery to the destination. By minimizing travel time, STARWAYS LOGISTICS reduces client losses from delays and helps establish production processes quickly.
Cost-effectiveness
Well-designed logistics help reduce delivery costs. This is achieved by combining different types of transport when planning the route.
Single contract
Multimodal transportation implies signing a contract with a single logistics company that organizes the entire process from start to finish. STARWAYS LOGISTICS takes full responsibility for the cargo during transit and provides a comprehensive range of related services.
Simplicity
STARWAYS LOGISTICS independently organizes transportation and handles all necessary documentation and customs inspections in accordance with shipping regulations.
Versatility
Multimodal transportation makes it possible to deliver cargo from anywhere in the world. While using a single type of transport may seem viable in theory, it’s often not practical. Crossing borders, obtaining permits, and handling other bureaucratic procedures increase the complexity and time of delivery. Combined transport helps avoid these issues.
Resilience
The logistics company controls the process of transferring cargo between modes of transport. This means that in case of unforeseen events, a solution will be found quickly, tailored to the cargo and route specifics.
Eco-friendliness
Many customers are concerned about their environmental impact. Combined transport helps reduce the negative effects on the environment.
Each shipment is assigned a tracking number, so the client can always monitor the location of their cargo.
However, multimodal transportation also has some disadvantages:
Risk of damage
Transfers between modes of transport can decrease the likelihood of the cargo arriving in its original condition. STARWAYS LOGISTICS values its reputation and ensures cargo safety at every stage through additional packaging and careful handling.
Complex logistics
Creating a multimodal route requires professional planning and coordination of schedules for sea and land transport, along with preparing documentation for customs procedures.
Transport-specific regulations
Each type of transport has its own cargo handling rules. Repacking and transferring goods may take additional time, thus extending delivery times.
Volume limitations
Switching transport modes may present challenges in terms of size and weight capacity. In some cases, cargo must be split into parts, complicating the process and duplicating certain procedures.
Multimodal transportation has more advantages than disadvantages, which is why it is in high demand. All drawbacks can be mitigated by choosing a reliable logistics company. STARWAYS LOGISTICS has extensive experience in international multimodal transportation and provides full-service delivery solutions.
Multimodal delivery can be replaced with standard transportation using a single mode of transport. This is reasonable for short distances or transport within neighboring countries. Possible alternatives include:
STARWAYS LOGISTICS provides reliable multimodal cargo transportation between Uzbekistan and more than 50 countries worldwide. Our specialists will develop an optimal logistics solution tailored to your needs. You’ll gain a trusted partner and a guarantee of careful and timely delivery in accordance with all shipping regulations. To learn more or place an order, submit a request through the website or request a call back.
