Kombiverkehr takes over Rail Hub Duisburg: New operator from 2026!

Kombiverkehr takes over Rail Hub Duisburg: New operator from 2026!

A significant change is imminent in the Duisburg-Ruhrort Hafen: From January 1, 2026, the Kombiverkehr Group will take over the operating rights for the terminal from the planning company Kombinierte Verkehr mbH (PKV). This change of operator comes after more than 20 years in which the terminal was owned by PKV. How oevz.com reports, the facility will in future operate under the name “Rail Hub Duisburg”.

Kombiverkehr Intermodal Services GmbH Duisburg, a subsidiary of Kombiverkehr KG, will assume responsibility for operations. Heiko Krebs, Managing Director of Kombiverkehr KG, emphasizes the central importance of this terminal, which makes Duisburg an access point for over 20 countries by rail and is therefore considered an important gateway hub in the European network. The new operational management makes it possible to react more quickly to customer needs and to shift more transport to environmentally friendly rail Combined transport emphasized.

Infrastructure and capacities

The terminal covers an area of ​​approximately 85,000 square meters, equipped with three cranes, eight tracks and a track for reach stacker operations. From the end of autumn 2025, a newly purchased crane system will be available that is capable of moving tank containers weighing up to 75 tons. With an annual handling capacity of around 200,000 units, the infrastructure is also suitable for handling dangerous goods, as shown by two special tanks for transport-related applications.

Intermodal transport has finally gained importance in Europe and now forms the backbone of a sustainable and efficient freight transport network. Loud epca.eu In Germany alone, around 45% of rail freight transport is accounted for by intermodal forms of transport. The combination of road and rail has since seen strong growth, supported by investments in terminal infrastructure, digitalization and standardization.

Future prospects

The future of intermodal transport looks promising, especially in view of the EU climate targets and the required infrastructure investments. Heiko Krebs and Michail Stahlhut from Hupac talk about the challenges that need to be overcome, such as the lack of drivers and rising costs. Advancing digitalization and system improvements, such as the CT4.0 standard, help to increase efficiency and transparency in intermodal transport.

With all of these developments in mind, it is clear: The “Rail Hub Duisburg” not only has the potential to play a central role in European freight transport, but also to set the course for a greener, more sustainable future. Duisburg will not only become an important logistics location, but will also actively contribute to promoting environmentally friendly transport solutions.