A new milestone for the Port of Liège

Last week, Trilogiport in Liège welcomed the very first train to its container terminal. This event marks the launch of regular rail traffic at one of the Port of Liège’s managed sites, now combining rail and waterway freight transport. This development strengthens the port’s attractiveness — Belgium’s leading inland port and Europe’s third largest inland port — and supports local mobility in Liège.

Fewer trucks on the roads

Each train transporting goods via the port equals approximately 40 fewer trucks on the roads. With one train per week, up to 2,000 trucks are removed from traffic each year. This demonstrates the tangible benefits of multimodal transport on traffic flow and carbon footprint reduction in the region.

Demonstrating multimodality

For Trilogiport, this first train is a clear demonstration of the site’s ability to provide transport solutions combining waterways, rail, and road. This multimodal approach optimizes the supply chain, enhances sustainability, and meets the growing needs of logistics and transport operators.

Opportunities for businesses

For companies like JOST, this multimodal integration opens new opportunities for reliable and sustainable transport. The initiative shows how combining rail, waterway, and road transport can transform freight and regional logistics.

Conclusion

The launch of the first train at Trilogiport Liège perfectly illustrates the future of multimodal transport in Europe. Fewer trucks, more sustainable logistics, and greater port attractiveness show that combining rail, road, and waterways is now a concrete solution for goods transport.