Bertschi Group: By Rail, Road & Sea

Bertschi Group’s CEO Jan Arnet explains why intermodal logistics is critical for chemical storage terminals   The chemicals industry is facing increasing pressure on multiple fronts. Companies are required to optimise product flow across complex global supply chains, while meeting strict profitability targets, shortening time to market, and reducing CO2 emissions. The demand for agile and more efficient logistics is intensifying, while the pressure to keep costs under control has never been more urgent. Chemical producers must find innovative solutions that balance these competing priorities: efficient product flow, cost and working capital reduction, and the achievement of sustainability targets. This is where intermodal logistics, by using a combination of rail, barge, and road, has emerged as an essential solution. Intermodal logistics allows for the seamless movement of goods across different transport networks, offering significant improvements in cost and operations. The value of intermodal logistics to storage terminals plays a crucial role. By integrating different modes of transport into a cohesive system, storage terminals can enhance their capacities, increase...