In this article, released on June 12 2024, Pélagie Mepin-Koebel, Country Director Germany at Everysens, explains to us five preconceived ideas about rail freight and highlights its critical role in building a sustainable future for the steel industry. Readers will uncover:
- How real-time GPS tracking ensures seamless monitoring of wagons and products.
- Why rail freight is more cost-effective and environmentally friendly than road transport, particularly for long distances and heavy volumes.
- That tracking projects are quick to implement thanks to ready-to-deploy solutions and advanced IoT technologies.
- How rail offers unmatched flexibility, especially for specialized cargo like long steel pieces, with precise ETAs (delivery times) enabling proactive logistics.
- How the rise of private railway and digital platforms ensures efficiency, innovation, and reduced risks.
