CFL multimodal has announced the launch of its new intermodal connection between Luxembourg's Intermodal Terminal Bettembourg-Dudelange and Romania's Railport Arad in Curtici. The inaugural train departed on October 8th, with three weekly services now operating from Bettembourg-Dudelange to Curtici. This new route establishes a vital link between Western Europe and Romania, extending its reach to the Balkans and Turkey.

"The growing number of shippers with production facilities in Romania, coupled with the daily road congestion at the Hungarian-Romanian border, significantly influenced the development of this new connection," stated CFL multimodal.

For this initiative, CFL multimodal is partnering with CFL cargo and Ecco Rail for rail traction. The train will feature a capacity of 40 slots, accommodating both craneable and non-craneable containers and trailers. Both terminals operate 24/7 and serve as crucial gateway hubs to other European countries. Bettembourg connects to France, Belgium, Germany, and Spain, while Curtici provides access to Turkey.

This new transport solution is projected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 22,000 tonnes compared to road transportation.