by Ewa Kochańska

Decarbonising freight transport across Europe requires not only cleaner and smarter technologies but also an innovative use of existing corridors.

The reports Role of port authorities in the set-up of green transport chains, Set-up of Green Transport Chains Rail Ferry Case Rostock-Trelleborg, and Improved green transport chains through demonstrated cooperation between port authority and operator, from the Blue Supply Chains project, analysed the Rostock-Trelleborg rail ferry link as an example of how ports can support the creation of greener supply chains by combining sea and rail. This type of solution eases congestion on the roads and diversifies access between countries and cities.

The analysis showed that the Rostock-Trelleborg service has long-term potential to support both climate targets and resilience strategies as long as investments in rail capacity, digitalisation, and alternative fuels keep pace with demand.

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