The Port of Rotterdam Authority (PoR) is set to expand the Container Exchange Route (CER), enhancing connectivity and infrastructure in the Maasvlakte region. This marks a significant advancement in optimizing container transport efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
Key Developments in 2025
- New Connections with Main Gates
- Distripark Maasvlakte:
- Access for at least 12 logistics service providers, including Nippon Express, NeeleVat, AWL, LT Foods, Odin, Broekman Logistics, and Thermotraffic.
- ECT Delta and Hutchison Ports Delta II Terminals:
- Connection via a main gate on Coloradoweg.
- Distripark Maasvlakte:
- Phased Implementation
- Construction begins in early 2025.
- Completion is anticipated by the end of 2025.
Infrastructure Investments
- Fibre Optic and Electrical Systems:
- Supports equipment like speed gates and cameras.
- Ensures efficient and reliable operation.
- Enhances long-term integrity and scalability of the CER.
CER Performance Since Launch
- Operational since late 2023, with major participants:
- RWG and ECT Delta container terminals.
- QTerminals Kramer depots and Customs’ State Inspection Terminal (RIT).
- Over 20,000 trips were completed in the first year, showcasing significant utility for container transport.
Benefits of CER Expansion
- Enhanced Logistics Efficiency:
- Faster, safer container handling for connected companies.
- Sustainability Gains:
- Reduction in transport inefficiencies and environmental impact.
- Improved Connectivity:
- Seamless integration for terminals, depots, and service providers.
The CER’s ongoing development underscores the Port of Rotterdam’s commitment to innovation in container transport, reinforcing its position as a global leader in maritime logistics.
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Source: Port of Rotterdam