In today's global logistics landscape, container transport is more complex than ever. Disruptions, cost pressures, and environmental targets are pushing logistics teams to rethink how they plan and manage their supply chains.

Enter multimodal routing: the practice of combining different modes of transport - sea, rail, barge, and road - into a single, integrated plan. While once seen as complicated, multimodal is now the smarter, more strategic way to move containers.

Why multimodal matters
Traditional planning often leans heavily on ocean freight alone, often supplemented by road transport. But what happens when there's port congestion? Or a low water level makes inland navigation unreliable? With multimodal routing, you're no longer locked into a single solution. You have options. More importantly, you have control.
 

The benefits of going multimodal
1.    Increased flexibility: Adapt to changing circumstances quickly.
2.    Improved CO₂ performance: Combine lower-emission options like barge and rail.
3.    Better planning accuracy: Leverage real-time and historical insights.
4.    Supplier diversity: Broaden your network and strengthen negotiations.

How Routescanner makes it simple
Routescanner brings all route options together in one platform. Whether you're shipping from Shanghai to Budapest or New York to Warsaw, you can compare on transit time, CO₂ and reliability, all in one place.

Conclusion
Multimodal routing is no longer a buzzword. It's the new baseline for efficient, resilient, and sustainable container transport. And with the right tools, it’s easier than ever to adopt.