Barge MDC

A2B-online introduces the MDC (Moerdijk to Duisburg Corridor) barge service, a sustainable connection that has operated twice weekly since February 2025. By linking the Ruhr region through Moerdijk, this new service provides a reliable and environmentally friendly alternative to road transport, further reinforcing Moerdijk’s role as a strategic intermodal hub.

Benefits

This barge connection offers a sustainable, reliable and efficient alternative to road transport along the corridor between Moerdijk and Germany’s Ruhr region. With this service, A2B-online actively contributes to:

Reducing pressure on the road network
Reducing the environmental impact of freight transport
Strengthening Moerdijk’s position as a strategic intermodal hub

Schedule

Moerdijk → Duisburg: Leaves on Monday afternoon and Wednesday evening
Duisburg → Moerdijk: Leaves on Tuesday evening and Friday evening

Seamless Intermodal Transport

A2B-online’s barge service between Moerdijk and Duisburg provides a vital and efficient link within our broader intermodal network. From Moerdijk, direct shortsea routes to the United Kingdom offer a reliable and sustainable alternative to road transport.

Seamless integration with road haulage ensures smooth pre- and onward transport, allowing containers to reach their final destination efficiently. As a result, Moerdijk serves as a key strategic hub in European logistics.