Expanding Intermodal Capability Across Europe with KLOG

With fellow group member KLOG, the Portuguese logistics specialist, our customers can now access a significantly enhanced intermodal network across Iberia and continental Europe, offering greater flexibility, sustainability, and control through an effective, environmentally friendly transport solution.

KLOG is one of Iberia’s leading providers of intermodal, groupage, and full-load transport, offering a well-established rail and short-sea service network that connects Portugal and Spain to key European markets—including Germany, Poland, France, and the UK in partnership with Metro.

Their network includes multiple weekly block train departures across strategic corridors, supported by last-mile delivery options and an advanced 24/7 Control Tower.

Unlocking smarter, greener European supply chains
KLOG’s intermodal services are tailored for shippers seeking reliable, cost-effective and lower-emission alternatives to road-only transport. With a wide range of 45’ equipment; curtain-sided, dry, reefer, and ISO tanks, KLOG can support a broad mix of cargo types, from consumer goods to chemicals, fresh produce and furniture.

Core rail corridors include:

• Portugal–Poland & Germany: Two weekly block trains between Entroncamento and both Poznan and Duisburg, routing via Spain and France, with a third frequency planned.
• Portugal–Spain: Four weekly trains between Entroncamento and Tarragona, plus 2–3 weekly services from Tarragona to Bilbao, Valladolid and Sevilla.
• Portugal–Germany: Two weekly trains linking Lousado and Duisburg, via Mouguerre, France.
• Short-sea and rail from Poland: Intermodal connections via Gdansk to Bilbao and onward rail to Tarragona.

Intermodal transit times are highly competitive, many comparable with full truckload delivery times, but with significantly lower road dependency and greater environmental benefit.

KLOG’s services delivers average CO₂ reductions of 85–90% compared to road freight. Rail is more fuel-efficient, produces fewer emissions, and removes trucks from congested European roads, contributing to cleaner air, fewer road accidents, and less strain on driver resources.

With sustainability now embedded in corporate and regulatory priorities, intermodal freight offers a practical path for reducing emissions without sacrificing reliability or control. And as rail corridors increasingly move towards electrification, the carbon savings will only grow.

Your direct route to smarter European logistics
With KLOG, Metro’s customers gain access to a powerful intermodal network fully supported by:

• Metro’s MVT supply chain platform for complete vendor-to-destination visibility across modes
• Dedicated European team for regional expertise and support
• High-frequency intermodal services, linking directly with Metro’s road network for final and last-mile delivery.

EMAIL Andrew Smith, managing director, today to learn how KLOG’s intermodal network could reduce your carbon footprint, without compromising on speed, service, or cost.