Georgia Rail

MEDLOG Launches New Block Train Service

MEDLOG has launched a new block train service connecting the Georgian Black Sea ports of Poti and Batumi with the inland Tbilisi Dry Port. Developed in cooperation with GR Logistics and Terminals, this new solution creates a seamless inland freight corridor from the coast to Georgia’s capital city. 

This service enhances inland connectivity for import cargo, offering customers a faster, more reliable and sustainable logistics solution between the country’s key maritime gateways and the capital.  

Previously, rail transport along this corridor required up to two to three days of transit time. With the introduction of dedicated freight trains, containers can now reach Tbilisi in approximately 13 hours, significantly improving efficiency and predictability. 

“The launch of dedicated block trains from Poti enhances reliability and speed for our customers, connecting inland destinations more efficiently,” says Mukhran Dekanadze, Managing Director, MEDLOG Poti. 


Operational highlights 

The Poti MEDLOG Depot is one of the largest in Georgia and serves as a hub for block train operations. The depot covers 10 hectares and offers a bonded area fully equipped for container handling, cross-docking and reefer services. The depot features two rail lanes, warehouse facilities, and full stripping and stuffing capabilities. In Tbilisi, block trains arrive at Tbilisi Dry Port. From there, MEDLOG manages first and last-mile deliveries using its own fleet of 70 trucks, ensuring seamless door-to-door logistics. 


Key customer benefits 


Supporting sustainable logistics 

By shifting cargo from road to rail, the new block train service helps reduce CO₂ emissions and contributes to lower environmental impact, in line with EU and national sustainability objectives. 

The launch reinforces MEDLOG’s and MSC’s shared commitment to strengthening Georgia’s intermodal infrastructure, offering customers efficient and sustainable transport solutions that support the country’s economic growth and connectivity. 

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