Greening Transport Chains - The Rail Ferry Example

Stakeholder Cooperation to push the set-up of Green Transport Chains

The Rail Ferry pilot between the ports of Rostock and Trelleborg.

The deliverable provides guidance and next steps to successfully implement a green combined transport (CT) concept by making use of the existing ferry link between the BSR ports Trelleborg and Rostock. Key aspects include:

• Development of Rail Ferry Services: The rail ferry between Rostock and Trelleborg serves as the last operational rail ferry link between Germany and Sweden, offering an efficient alternative to land-based routes via Denmark. This service supports growing trade, especially in strategic materials and collaboration with German industries.
• Challenges and Infrastructure Needs: The report highlights capacity constraints in rail networks, such as the Lund-Hässleholm route in Sweden, which could hinder the growth of intermodal transport. It emphasizes the need for improved infrastructure to accommodate increased freight volumes, including expanded rail lines and terminal upgrades.
• Stakeholder Cooperation: The success of these initiatives relies on coordinated efforts among port authorities, rail-ferry operators, energy suppliers, and policy-makers. The report identifies necessary stakeholder interactions to address market uncertainties, infrastructure investments, and the integration of sustainable technologies.
• Future Strategies: The report proposes a strategic approach for maintaining the rail ferry link for resilience and addressing capacity issues through planned infrastructure expansions. It also explores potential military uses of the ferry service in light of Sweden’s recent NATO membership.

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