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12 August 2026

Boluda Shipping expands intermodal rail operations

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Source reporting: Container News

Boluda Shipping expands intermodal rail operations

Boluda Shipping is strengthening its rail operations as part of its wider intermodal logistics strategy following the integration of Transfesa’s rail business into its service portfolio. The rail activity operates within Boluda Logistics, the group’s land logistics division. It complements the company’s existing road transport and warehousing services. The move allows Boluda Shipping to further integrate rail and maritime transport within the same logistics chain. Boluda connects Madrid and Jerez by rail As part of the operation, Boluda Lines containers are transported by rail between Madrid and Jerez de la Frontera.

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