New partnership to propel Victoria’s supply chain with Somerton Intermodal Terminal
Posted: 5 November 2024 | Global Railway Review | 1 comment
The Intermodal Terminal Company and Southern Shorthaul Railroad have partnered to launch freight services at Melbourne’s new Somerton Intermodal Terminal, promising to increase Victoria’s supply chain efficiency.


Credit: Intermodal Terminal Company and Southern Shorthaul Railroad
In a significant advancement for supply chain logistics, the Intermodal Terminal Company (ITC) and Southern Shorthaul Railroad (SSR) have signed an agreement to provide haulage services to and from the forthcoming Somerton Intermodal Terminal in Melbourne’s north. This development is poised to positively impact both the Victorian and national supply chains.
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