At GATX Rail Europe, our commitment to providing innovative and efficient railcar solutions aligns perfectly with our customers’ needs for sustainable transport. We are thrilled to announce that Hödlmayr, a renowned leader in automobile logistics, is our first client to rent our new Laaers automobile carriers. This collaboration adds to our effort to enable sustainable automotive transportation across Europe.

Hödlmayr: Leading the Way in Automotive Logistics
Hödlmayr has established itself as a premier provider of comprehensive automobile logistics services, known for its dedication to quality, reliability, and sustainability. With operations spanning across Europe, Hödlmayr’s choice to integrate Laaers automobile carriers into their fleet underscores their commitment to adopting advanced and eco-friendly transportation solutions.

Johannes Friess, Head of Fleet Management at GATX Rail Europe, highlights the significance of this new partnership. “Hödlmayr’s decision to rent Laaers automobile carriers reflects their forward-thinking approach to logistics,” Johannes said. “The Laaers capabilities align with Hödlmayr’s need for efficient, safe, and environmentally sustainable transportation of automobiles, especially as the demand for electric vehicles continues to rise. We’re ready to expand our fleet to meet our customers’ needs.”

Enhancing Efficiency and Sustainability
The collaboration between GATX Rail Europe and Hödlmayr is driven by a shared vision of enhancing operational efficiency and reducing the environmental impact of automobile transportation. The Laaers automobile carrier, with its advanced loading options and capacity to handle heavier electric vehicles, is tailored to meet these objectives.

“We trust GATX Rail Europe for providing excellent advice finding the right railcar solutions,” said Alexander Kolar, General Manager at Hödlmayr Rail Logistics GmbH. “GATX Rail Europe’s Laaers fleet helps us to achieve our sustainability goal of doubling rail proportion by 2030, by providing a railcar that can efficiently transport a variety of vehicles, including the heavier electric models. Their open and integrative approach toward telematics and sensor solutions is unmatched.”

Looking Ahead
As we prepare to deliver the first batch of Laaers automobile carriers by the end of 2024, we look forward to the positive impact this collaboration will have on the automotive logistics industry. The partnership with Hödlmayr sets a precedent for future collaborations aimed at advancing sustainable transportation solutions across Europe.

For more information about the Laaers automobile carrier and to explore how it can benefit your transportation needs, please browse the Laaers technical details page. If you are looking to transport automobiles across Europe, we look forward to receiving your requests.