Sustainable Transport with Container Terminal Doesburg

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Proven Climate-neutral Pioneer

As a full-service container terminal, Container Terminal Doesburg (CTD) has been actively committed to sustainable container transport for many years, making it one of the pioneers in the sector. We are proud to be part of the green metropolitan region of Arnhem-Nijmegen and the Gelderland corridor. Here, we combine inland shipping with innovative solutions such as our own CO₂ calculator, shore power, and energy recovery during transshipment.

By transporting containers by water as much as possible, we achieve an average of 40% less CO₂ emissions compared to road transport and make sustainability measurable and applicable in daily logistics practice.

From road to water:
the efficiency of intermodal transport

At Container Terminal Doesburg, we encourage the shift from road to water as an integral part of our sustainability strategy. By transporting containers via inland waterways and combining this with road transport in a smart way, also known as multimodal transport, we reduce road congestion and structurally lower CO₂ emissions. This intermodal approach not only makes transport more sustainable, but also more efficient and reliable for companies with structural goods flows.

Aviko

Practical Example of Sustainable Container Transport

“As one of the largest producers of frozen potato products worldwide, we at Aviko are always looking for ways to reduce our carbon footprint while increasing our efficiency. This is how we bring joy to tables around the world in a sustainable way! Our partnership with Container Terminal Doesburg (CTD) has helped us achieve exactly that in recent years, including the joint development of an innovative e-truck. In CTD, we have found a partner who is as driven as we are to pursue sustainability in every business activity. We look forward to many years of successful and sustainable cooperation.”

The CO2 Calculator:
An Innovation for Measuring Emissions

Our CO₂ calculator provides visual insight into the impact of transport choices. Based on our own research and the GLEC model, customers gain immediate insight into emissions from water and road transport. This makes sustainable container transport measurable and substantiated.

The Future of Sustainable Transport

At Container Terminal Doesburg, sustainable transport is central to our long-term vision. We are working towards a CO₂-neutral terminal by investing in electrification, green energy, and more efficient logistics processes. In addition, we are actively preparing for developments such as CSRD reporting and stricter sustainability standards, so that our customers can continue to count on transparent and responsible container transport in the future.

Recovery Capacity and Shore Power

CTD invests in innovative loading and unloading equipment with recovery capacity, whereby energy is reused during transshipment. In addition, inland vessels use shore power, so that electric motors are used instead of diesel generators. This combination results in significantly lower fuel consumption, lower emissions, and a quieter, cleaner working environment at the terminal.

More Sustainable Transport with the E-truck

In collaboration with Aviko, CTD is working on an innovative e-truck. This electric truck has a range of 250 km and is equipped with a 130 kW permanent magnet motor, a hydraulic system and a regenerative braking system for optimal energy consumption.

This pioneering technology transforms our logistics processes, allowing us to provide superior service while fulfilling our environmental responsibility. On to more sustainable transport!

Become Part of the Green Transition

The green transition requires cooperation. Container Terminal Doesburg invites companies to take steps together towards more sustainable container transport and more efficient logistics processes. By choosing inland shipping and smart logistics solutions, you not only contribute to CO₂ reduction, but also strengthen the future-proofing of your supply chain.