Freight transport to Switzerland: modes, times and costs

Freight transport to Switzerland is an activity that Franzosini SA has managed daily since 1929. Thanks to our strategic position in Chiasso and our network of branches and partners, we offer all transport modes to reach the Swiss market. Road transport: this is the most commonly used mode for shipments from Italy to Switzerland. Transit times are fast: same-day for Northern Italy, 24-48 hours for Central-Southern Italy. We offer groupage services, full truckloads (FTL), less-than-truckloads (LTL), and special transport for exceptional or dangerous goods. Intermodal rail transport: the rolling motorway and unaccompanied combined transport represent an ecological and competitive alternative for large volumes. The Gotthard line directly connects Northern Italy with Central Switzerland and Northern Europe. Sea freight: for intercontinental shipments destined for Switzerland, we use the ports of Genoa, La Spezia, Trieste and Basel (Rhine river port). We offer FCL (full container load) and LCL (less-than-container load) services to and from all ports worldwide. Air freight: for urgent or high-value shipments, we offer air transport to and from the airports of Zurich, Geneva and Milan Malpensa, with standard, express and charter services. For a personalised quote for your shipments to Switzerland, contact our commercial office.

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