Antwerp Port’s New Shunting Deal Boosts Hybrid Rail Logistics in Belgium
The Port of Antwerp has awarded a new contract for shunting services to HSL Belgium, a subsidiary of TX Logistik. The agreement covers operations in Zone 6A (Marshalldok), marking a shift toward more sustainable rail logistics in Belgium's busiest port.
The move follows FS Logistix’s recent 30% investment in Antwerp’s Mainhub Terminal, signalling growing collaboration between Belgian and Italian freight networks.
HSL Belgium will now manage the ‘first and last mile’ of freight transport in Marshalldok. The company plans to replace older diesel engines with modern DE18 hybrid locomotives, starting with The Lion—already running between Antwerp North and Antwerp Petrol. A second hybrid unit is set to join the fleet soon.
The contract strengthens rail efficiency in the port, where HSL Belgium will oversee shunting operations. This role is part of a broader push by the company to reduce emissions and improve connectivity within the port’s logistics chain. The deal builds on recent industry developments, including FS Logistix’s stake in Mainhub Terminal. Together, these changes aim to streamline freight movement between Belgium and Italy while supporting greener transport solutions.
HSL Belgium’s takeover of shunting services introduces hybrid technology to a key section of the Port of Antwerp. The shift to DE18 locomotives will replace older diesel models and improve operational efficiency.
With two hybrid units now in use and more planned, the company is set to play a central role in the port’s push for sustainable logistics.
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