SIPRO – multimodal steel transport

SIPRO Siderprodukte AG, based in Switzerland, is a key part of the SIPRO STEEL SOLUTIONS network and specialises in the distribution of steel products in Europe. With a total annual volume of around one million tonnes, the company is one of the established suppliers in the industry. Part of this volume is transported sustainably in partnership with RCG – using a multimodal, plannable and environmentally friendly approach.

Strong logistics for strong goods

In 2025, the partnership includes around 150 shipments with a total volume of around 4,000 tonnes of steel bars. These are used in many areas – for example, in the automotive industry for gear wheels, in mechanical engineering for components or in steel construction for structures. The first mile starts by truck from five different production sites in the greater Verona area. The main leg is carried out by sustainable rail via TransFER Verona–Wuppertal. From Wuppertal, the last mile is handled again by truck to various recipients within a 100-kilometre radius – ensuring a seamless door-to-door solution.

High-end equipment for maximum efficiency

RCG offers modern swap bodies for these transports, which are ideal for multimodal transport. These units can be loaded from all sides and from above, offering a high degree of flexibility and reliable weather protection.

Booked digitally – delivered quickly

SIPRO also focuses on efficiency in terms of organisation: transports are commissioned via an interface on the transport management platform Transporeon, where multimodal (rail) transport can be booked alongside road transport. This creates a reliable door-to-door solution that combines the advantages of rail with the flexibility of road transport. In addition to tracking their transports in real time, SIPRO makes a clear contribution to reducing CO₂ emissions by shifting the main leg from road to rail.

Moving forward together

The long-standing partnership between SIPRO and RCG is a prime example of how modern steel logistics works today: digitally organised, multimodally connected and consistently sustainable. A solution that not only reliably delivers steel to its destination – but also paves the way for a more environmentally friendly future in freight transport.

24.07.2025