Melbourne Intermodal Terminal Set to Transform Freight Capacity

The Melbourne Intermodal Terminal will open in October with state-of-the-art gantry cranes, delivering significant freight capacity growth and improving supply chain efficiency across Victoria and Australia. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Major Infrastructure Advancements at the Melbourne Intermodal Terminal

The Intermodal Terminal Company has unveiled time-lapse footage of four towering gantry cranes being installed at the Melbourne Intermodal Terminal (MIT) in Somerton. These cranes, each 25 meters tall and weighing 350 tonnes, are supplied by Konecranes.

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They will initially serve the 15-hectare Inner Terminal, enabling MIT to process up to one million shipping containers annually. Three more cranes will follow in the Outer Terminal, with future plans allowing for a total of 12 cranes.

MIT CEO Mishkel Maharaj explained that the fully electric cranes can regenerate electricity back into the grid during operations. This technology supports both environmental goals and operational efficiency over the long term.

Strategic Role of the Melbourne Intermodal Terminal in Supply Chains

The MIT’s infrastructure and capacity will meet Victoria’s interstate rail freight demand until at least the late 2050s. It will connect seamlessly to the future Inland Rail, creating a more resilient national freight network.

The terminal will also offer customs-bonded storage, an empty container park, and facilities for washing, fumigating, and repairing containers. These services will help streamline logistics and reduce last-mile trucking congestion.

Located near 20% of Victoria’s freight volumes and over three million square meters of warehousing, MIT benefits from immediate access to major logistics hubs. The completion of the North East Link will further enhance freight flows from the southeast.

Source: www.railexpress.com.au

FAQ

What is the Melbourne Intermodal Terminal?

The Melbourne Intermodal Terminal is a major freight hub in Somerton, Victoria, designed to handle up to one million containers annually and integrate with national rail networks.

How will the Melbourne Intermodal Terminal improve supply chains?

It will increase rail freight capacity, reduce reliance on trucks, and connect directly to major logistics hubs, boosting efficiency across Victoria and Australia.

Can the Melbourne Intermodal Terminal expand in the future?

Yes. It is designed to grow from its initial seven gantry cranes to a total of 12, ensuring long-term freight capacity and operational flexibility.

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