Ep 338: Transporting parcels overnight via rail in the UK

Phil Read, Managing Director at Varamis, talks about using electric trains to transport parcels overnight in the UK: The inspiration behind Varamis Advantage of using high-speed passenger trains for moving parcels Acquiring electric trains Overnight parcel train service between Birmingham and Glasgow Proving trains can meet demands of parcel delivery sector Train paths - slots in the railway timetable Offering a regular train service for parcels Using former Royal Mail Red Star Parcel facilities Streamlining loading and unloading processes Integrating with the last mile Being price competitive compared to road transport Environmental benefits of rail over road Launching the Londin-Glasgow service Working with retail customers to create a service fit for purpose Future expansion plans across the UK