A new intermodal train service connecting DP World’s container terminals at London Gateway and Southampton is set to enabl enable to switch volumes quickly and easily between the two UK locations. 

The DP World operated service – which ran for the first-time last weekend – is scheduled every Saturday carrying cargo including fresh fruit, beverages and consumer goods in less than five hours. The train takes up to 120 lorries a week off the roads and cuts carbon emissions by up to 80%.  

John Trenchard, UK Commercial & Supply Chain Director, DP World, said:

“DP World is unique in offering customers a choice of deep-water entry and exit points to and from the UK. This new rail service will make it even easier for our customers to switch volumes quickly and easily between the two locations, which means greater flexibility and choice.”