New perspectives for Multi Hub Westfalen: METRANS and the city of Hamm plan further development of the shunting yard

The city of Hamm and METRANS signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to this effect, thereby confirming their joint intention to expand the former shunting yard into a modern logistics hub with European reach. The location offers ideal conditions for an intermodal terminal with connections to rail, road, and waterways.

Marc Herter, Mayor of Hamm: “With METRANS' acquisition of the shares and its commitment to Hamm, we are setting the course for sustainable growth and new value creation. The Multi Hub Westfalen will be a key hub for climate-friendly logistics of the future.”

Hamm benefits from its central location with direct east-west and north-south connections as well as its proximity to sea and inland ports. “HHLA and METRANS are capable of sustainable logistics and rail – they are demonstrating this throughout Europe. Their commitment in Hamm is a gain for the entire region,” emphasizes Herter.

Peter Kiss, CEO of METRANS: “Our goal is to work with the city to develop Hamm as a western hub terminal in our European network. The location offers great potential as a central hub along the north-south and west-east axes in Europe. This will enable us to strengthen this region's connections to Europe's largest seaports and economic hubs – while also making an important contribution to promoting sustainable freight transport.”

At its constituent meeting on November 3, the Hamm City Council will have the opportunity to approve the planned change of shareholders – and thus set the course for the future of the project.