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Multimodal Transportation
Integrated Logistics Solutions Combining Flexibility, Continuity and Cost Optimization
Strategic Transportation
One plan, one responsibility
Multimodal transportation is one of the most strategic transportation models of modern supply chains. Integrated use of air, sea, land and railway solutions under a single operational plan, without depending on a single transportation mode; It provides significant advantages to companies in terms of time, cost and risk management. Avemes Logistics treats multimodal transportation not only as the sequential use of different transportation modes, but as an end-to-end designed logistics architecture.
Flexibility
Mode and route options
Durability
Risk distribution
Control
Coordination from a single center
Operational Reality
Operational Reality of Multimodal Transportation
Multimodal transport allows the capacity and route options of different modes to be assessed within a single shipment. Transfer times, equipment and documentation needs are reviewed alongside the overall delivery plan.
- •The need to optimize transit times
- •The need to keep costs under control
- •Creating alternatives against capacity constraints
- •Distribute geographic and operational risks
- •Ensuring supply chain continuity
Avemes Approach
Avemes' Multimodal Transportation Approach
Feasible transport combinations are compared based on cargo characteristics, delivery timing and budget priorities. The parties responsible for each leg and the handover conditions are clarified in the plan.
- •Correct ordering of transport modes
- •Minimizing transfer points
- •Keeping alternative route and mode scenarios ready
- •Integration of customs and documentation processes
- •Continuous monitoring and information throughout the operation
Sea + Land
Sea + Road Multimodal Solutions
For sea and road connections, port acceptance, container movements and final delivery to the consignee are planned together. Equipment suitability and port handling conditions are assessed as part of the quotation.
- •Coordinating port operations from a single center
- •Integration of land transportation
- •Management of transit and transfer processes
- •Preventing loss of time and operational interruptions
Air + Ground (Time Critical)
Air + Road Multimodal
Air and road connections are planned around flight acceptance cut-off times and the required arrival time at the consignee. The availability of pre-carriage and distribution vehicles is confirmed in conjunction with the selected flight.
- •Urgent parts affecting the production line
- •AOG (Aircraft on Ground) shipments
- •High value and delicate products
- •Same Day and Next Day deliveries
- •Earliest available flight + dedicated ground transportation
Iron + Dark
Rail + Road Multimodal Solutions
Rail and road combinations are assessed by considering terminal access, train schedules and final delivery needs together. Total transit time and cost are assessed alongside the acceptance conditions for each connection.
- •Transit time-cost balance
- •More predictable deliveries
- •Alternative capacity use
- •Alternative or complementary solution to sea transportation
Customs and Regulation
Customs and Regulation Management in Multimodal Transportation
Documentation and procedural requirements for each transport leg are assessed with a licensed customs representative and the relevant operator. Transfer and transit stages are tracked within the same shipment plan.
- •Transit regimes
- •Transfer customs procedures
- •Import and export customs clearance
- •Legislation and documentation compliance
Risk and Crisis
Risk and Crisis Management in Multimodal Transportation
When port congestion, capacity changes or border delays occur, their impact on subsequent connections is reviewed. Alternative routes and modes are assessed against current acceptance conditions and delivery needs.
- •Alternatives to port or airport congestion
- •Quick solution in case of capacity cancellations
- •Border crossing delays management
- •Response to geopolitical or operational disruptions
Transparency
Operational Transparency and Traceability
Information on the cargo’s current transport leg, handover points and estimated arrival is shared. The operational plan is updated after assessing the impact of each change on the next connection.
- •What mode is the shipment in?
- •Transfer points
- •Transit times
- •Possible risks and delays
Project Cargo
Project and Special Cargo Transportation
Transport legs for project cargo are planned according to dimensions, weight and loading methods. The suitability of special equipment, routes and transfer arrangements is confirmed with the relevant operators and on-site parties.
- •Heavy and bulky cargo
- •Size and weight restricted shipments
- •Industrial and project cargo
- •Transportation requiring special equipment
Why Avemes for multimodal transport?
Managing handovers between transport modes matters as much as combining them.
Certificates- Decisions based on the full journey
- Rather than assessing each leg’s price separately, we compare transfer times, equipment needs and the impact on final delivery together. We explain the conditions behind each option.
- Defined handover points
- We plan which terminal will handle each handover, who will receive the cargo and which documents are required. This makes responsibilities between transport legs clear.
- Changes assessed across the full plan
- We assess how a delay on one leg affects subsequent connections. We consider alternative routes and modes in the context of the overall delivery plan.
Coordination across transport modes
We plan sea, air, rail and road connections around transfer points and delivery requirements.
Requirements assessment
We collect cargo details, origin and destination points, and timing and budget priorities. We assess feasible transport combinations.
Route and mode selection
We compare transit times, capacity and costs for each transport leg. We align terminal, port and airport connections within the same plan.
Transfer preparation
We identify acceptance conditions, equipment and documentation requirements at transfer points. We clarify cargo handover responsibilities and connection timings.
Transport leg tracking
We monitor departure and arrival updates for each mode. We assess how changes on one leg affect subsequent connections and update the plan accordingly.
Final delivery and closeout
We coordinate final terminal procedures and transport to the recipient. We compile delivery confirmation and documents for each transport leg.
Flexible Chain, Strong Supply
Multimodal transportation, when planned correctly, brings flexibility, durability and cost advantage to the supply chain. Avemes Logistics makes your supply chain stronger and more sustainable against changing conditions with its multimodal solutions. Multimodal transportation with Avemes; It is built on flexibility, control and operational excellence.