Intermodal Rail Shipping
for Mining & Natural Resources

Our intermodal network is designed for containerized freight. We specialize in moving processed and packaged goods such as finished metal ingots, palletized industrial minerals, and high-value concentrates in bags or liners. We also have extensive experience shipping project cargo, including heavy machinery, critical spare parts, and operational supplies securely packed for container transport. Please note that we do not handle loose, open-top bulk materials like raw ore or coal.

Absolutely. Our service is “intermodal,” meaning we combine the long-haul efficiency of rail with the versatility of truck transport. We coordinate the entire door-to-door journey, using trucks for the initial pickup from your remote mine or facility and for the final delivery to the port or destination, with the majority of the distance covered by secure, cost-effective rail.

We prioritize the security of your cargo from start to finish. Containers are sealed at your point of origin and are not opened until they reach their final destination, which significantly minimizes the risk of tampering or loss. Our process includes real-time tracking, proactive monitoring, and adherence to the stringent safety and security protocols required by the rail and mining industries, ensuring your assets are protected.

Yes, this is a primary advantage of our service. For the dense and heavy materials characteristic of the mining sector, intermodal rail is significantly more fuel and cost-efficient over long distances than shipping purely by truck. A single train can move the weight of hundreds of truckloads, generating substantial transportation savings for heavy containerized freight that can directly improve your project margins.

It’s fast and straightforward. Just fill out our quote form with your origin, destination, freight type, and volume. Our team will follow up with pricing and transit details — no guesswork, no delays.

Intermodal shipping is the movement of freight using two or more modes of transportation—typically rail and truck—without handling the actual cargo when changing modes. Your goods are loaded into a standardized container that moves efficiently between truck and train, reducing handling, delays, and risk of damage.

• Cost savings over long distances
• Reduced carbon footprint (rail is 3–4x more fuel-efficient than trucking)
• Improved security and reduced handling
• Reliable transit times through scheduled rail networks

Intermodal is ideal for dry goods, non-perishable packaged products, building materials, and other full truckload freight that doesn’t require special handling. Temperature-controlled or time-sensitive shipments can also be accommodated with planning.

Not necessarily. For longer distances, especially across provinces or cross-border, intermodal can be as fast—or faster—than trucking, thanks to efficient rail routes and lower chances of delays. Plus, it’s more cost-effective and eco-friendly.