The port authorities of Amsterdam and Rotterdam have enhanced their collaboration by officially adding the Dam2Dam shuttle to the national network of Joint Corridors Off-Road. This new rail service provides an efficient and sustainable solution for container transport between the two port regions, supporting their shared goal of reducing the environmental impact of logistics.
The Dam2Dam shuttle is a freight train connection between the TMA terminal in the port of Amsterdam and various terminals in the port of Rotterdam. Transporting goods by rail offers significant advantages, with one freight train replacing approximately 100 trucks. This shift not only reduces traffic congestion but also significantly cuts CO2 emissions. The train service operates eight times a week at fixed schedules, enhancing the reliability of transport between the two ports.
This modal shift from road to rail represents a crucial step …