What Is Intermodal Trucking?
Intermodal trucking is the process of moving your freight using multiple modes of transportation—primarily trucks and trains—without handling the freight itself when changing modes. Intermodal trucking is fast becoming the backbone of modern logistics.
Here’s how it works: your goods are loaded into containers, then hauled by truck to a rail terminal, where they ride the rails across long distances before being picked up again by truck for final delivery. It’s seamless, secure, and surprisingly agile.
With intermodal trucking, you benefit from streamlined operations and reduced transit times.
Our intermodal trucking solutions are designed to enhance your logistics experience.
Utilizing intermodal trucking allows for effective coordination between rail and truck transport.
At Hanan Transport, we specialize in intermodal freight solutions that seamlessly combine sea port and rail transport to move your goods efficiently across Canada.
Located in the heart of Montreal, we’re ideally positioned near key terminals such as Termont, MGT (Montreal Gateway Terminals), and major rail lines like CN (Canadian National) and CP (Canadian Pacific). That means faster connections, smoother transfers, and lower overall costs for your supply chain.
From Ship to Rail to Truck, We Handle It All
Your freight often arrives in Montreal by container ship. We handle the next steps—whether it’s picking up your container directly from Termont or MGT, or coordinating the next leg of the journey via CN or CP rail.
Here’s how our intermodal service works:
- Container Pickup: We retrieve your goods from port terminals or railyards.
- Rail Coordination: We schedule efficient long-haul moves with CN and CP, connecting your freight to Western Canada, Ontario, or even U.S. destinations.
- Final Delivery: Our fleet handles the last-mile trucking directly to your warehouse, retailer, or distribution center.
The final delivery phase of intermodal trucking is crucial for meeting customer expectations.
Why Choose Intermodal with Hanan Transport?
- Lower Costs: Rail is more fuel-efficient for long distances.
- Flexible Routes: Access to both CN and CP opens more transit options.
- Port Expertise: We understand Montreal’s port and rail systems inside out.
- Secure & Reliable: Reduced cargo handling means lower risk of damage.
Whether you’re moving goods from Asia to Toronto via the Port of Montreal or distributing nationwide, we provide scalable logistics tailored to your timeline and budget.
Let’s Move Smarter
✅ Shipping from Montreal’s ports?
✅ Need reliable rail-to-truck delivery across Canada?
👉 Contact Hanan Transport today for a custom quote and see how intermodal can cut costs and increase efficiency.
By choosing intermodal trucking, you ensure a comprehensive logistics solution.
