New record for Gothenburg’s rail volumes

According to the Port, there is an increasing trend towards transport of freight by rail to and from the Port of Gothenburg, which also offers significant environmental benefits.

“The freight category that has come out best and even increased during the economic downturn is rail transport, which continues to set a new record every month. In September, 20,395 units were handled, which is the highest figure ever,” reports Magnus Kårestedt, Port of Gothenburg CEO.

The Port of Gothenburg is an important freight hub and with approximately 25% of Sweden’s foreign trade passing through the Port, the flow of freight reflects the state of Swedish industry and any sign of a shift in the economy can be detected at an early stage.