Imports depend heavily on multimodal transport, which combines various modes of transport (road, rail, sea or air) to ensure an efficient and safe flow of goods.
The flexibility and adaptability of multimodal transport to the specific needs of each type of cargo are essential advantages. For example, long-haul and international goods may be initially shipped by sea, then transferred by road to reach their destination. This system optimizes routes and selects the most efficient means of transport for each stage, reducing transit time.
By combining different modes of transport, delays and congestion that can occur in a single mode of transport are avoided. Also, costs are reduced by making optimal use of the infrastructure and capacities available in each mode of transport.
Multimodal transport also helps to reduce environmental impact by more efficiently managing emissions and reducing pollution compared to exclusively road or air transport. Choosing the most ecological and efficient means of transport for each segment of the route has a significant impact in protecting the environment.
Multimodal transport is therefore essential for importing goods, ensuring an efficient, safe and sustainable flow. Its flexibility, cost reduction and low environmental impact make it indispensable in an ever-evolving global economy.
