DB Schenker Rail UK targets intermodal growth with appointment of Managing Director Logistics

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DB Schenker Rail (UK) Ltd has appointed Dr Carsten Hinne as Managing Director Logistics to lead a strategic expansion of its intermodal and rail logistics division.

Dr Hinne will be responsible for expanding DB Schenker Rail’s existing intermodal services from UK deep-sea ports and inland terminals, providing customers with choice and a large network of reliable rail services with final onward road delivery as required.

In addition, Dr Hinne will also develop opportunities for enhancing the supply of transport and logistics services for UK customers with European and International supply chains, with particular emphasis on securing Continental sized freight trains on the High Speed 1 rail route from the Channel Tunnel to London.

Dr Hinne has joined DB Schenker Rail (UK) Ltd from his previous role within DB Schenker Rail as Vice President Strategy. He has also had a number of roles within the Mergers and Acquisitions division of Deutsche Bahn AG, which he joined in 2002.

Alain Thauvette, Chief Executive of DB Schenker Rail (UK) Ltd, said:

“I am delighted to announce Dr Hinne’s appointment as a key member of the DB Schenker Rail UK team. Intermodal rail freight is a key growth area for us and through this appointment we have the skills and leadership in place to deliver the right services for customers to achieve modal shift from road to rail.”

Dr Carsten Hinne, Managing Director Logistics for DB Schenker Rail (UK) Ltd, said:

“The growth potential within the UK for intermodal and logistics rail services, and on High Speed 1 for mainland European sized freight trains, is significant. With my team I look forward to delivering innovative and cost effective solutions to British companies, increasing the volume of goods moved on the DB Schenker Rail pan-European rail freight network and through the Channel Tunnel.”

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