{"id":58,"date":"2023-03-10T07:45:42","date_gmt":"2023-03-10T07:45:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/watcoaustralia.com.au\/?page_id=58"},"modified":"2023-10-05T05:06:44","modified_gmt":"2023-10-05T05:06:44","slug":"rail-logistics-for-agriculture","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/watcoaustralia.com.au\/index.php\/rail-logistics-for-agriculture\/","title":{"rendered":"Agriculture"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_5b644a2d height_auto width_full with_img with_video\"><div class=\"l-section-img\" data-img-width=\"1920\" data-img-height=\"670\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/watcoaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/CT-0043.jpg);background-repeat: no-repeat;\"><\/div><style>@media(max-width:600px){#us_bg_video_ue4c{display:none!important}}<\/style><div class=\"l-section-video\" id=\"us_bg_video_ue4c\"><video muted loop autoplay playsinline preload=\"auto\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/watcoaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Cattle-banner.mp4\" \/><\/video><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_7a85961c opacity-animation has_text_color us_animate_this\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Serving Agriculture<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_auto color_alternate\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Logistic Solutions for Agriculture<\/h2>\n<p>Watco&#8217;s agriculture rail logistic solutions span the continent, from cattle trains and grain trains in Queensland to hay export logistics and containerised grain solutions for regional producers in Western Australia. Servicing niche market segments is what we excel at.<\/p>\n<p>Rail provides an efficient means of transportation for farmers to move their grain, livestock and other commodities from rural areas to centres for processing or ports for export. It reduces transportation costs and enables farmers to get their products to market more quickly, which can result in improved product quality and increased profits.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_bfc1166d height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1-2-1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>We Can Help<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>If you have a domestic or export product you need moved safely and efficiently, then let&#8217;s start a conversation to see if we can make rail work for you. Or if you see an opportunity to move things better with rail we want to hear from you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_3\" href=\"https:\/\/watcoaustralia.com.au\/index.php\/get-started\/\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Get Started<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_8f2f38af height_auto width_full with_img\"><div class=\"l-section-img\" data-img-width=\"1921\" data-img-height=\"671\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/watcoaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Cattle-Banner2.jpg);background-repeat: no-repeat;\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:rgba(26,26,26,0.15)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_62f8f545 opacity-animation has_text_color us_animate_this\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Queensland Cattle Trains<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Cattle Train is Queensland\u2019s largest dedicated long and short haul rail service specialising in the transport of live cattle for processing and export.<\/h3>\n<p>Cattle Train delivers regular, reliable and responsive cattle rail transport services for Queensland\u2019s North West, Central West and South West regions.<\/p>\n<p>Our services can transport up to 1,000 cattle per trip along each of the rail corridors ensuring that stock arrives in the best condition possible, including regular inspections while being transported.<\/p>\n<p>Operated by Watco East West, Cattle Train focuses on working with graziers, farmers, processors and partners with trucking companies to provide a more cost effective and reliable supply chain service to market.<\/p>\n<p>The combination of Watco Australia&#8217;s ability to deliver cost efficient rail freight services and East West road and rail experience to plan and manage complex freight supply chain services, provides Queensland freight customers a new alternative in delivering innovative and cost-effective rail freight and terminal services.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_center\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_2\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cattletrain.com.au\/about-ct\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Learn more about Cattle Trains<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_8f2f38af height_auto width_full with_img\"><div class=\"l-section-img\" data-img-width=\"1921\" data-img-height=\"671\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/watcoaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/GrainBanner.jpg);background-repeat: no-repeat;\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:rgba(26,26,26,0.35)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_62f8f545 opacity-animation has_text_color us_animate_this\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Grain Transport<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>GrainCorp is a leading Australian agribusiness which operates the largest grain storage and handling network on the east coast of Australia.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watco provides safe and reliable rail services to GrainCorp through Queensland Central and South West regions \u2013 with capacity to haul up to 1 million tonnes per annum.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our grain train services run up to 44 wagons in length and provide a cost-effective solution for getting GrainCorp\u2019s products to port for export.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These services also reduce significant volumes of trucks on the road resulting in less congestion and ultimately safer roads for the communities in which we operate.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watco has been operating grain services in Australia since 2012 and has a wealth of expertise in these challenging and dynamic rail tasks.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_350e74cc has_text_color height_auto width_full\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_bottom type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_ba31d793 has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>\u201cThe rail network allows us to efficiently and cost-effectively move grain&#8230;no other means of transport comes close in terms of carrying capacity. Rail infrastructure into ports and domestic holding and distribution facilities is proven and well established throughout the country.\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>GrainCorp Rail and Commercial Contracts Manager, Alex Donnelly<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_8f2f38af height_auto with_img with_video\"><div class=\"l-section-img\" data-img-width=\"1200\" data-img-height=\"419\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/watcoaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/KAL-freighter-0167.png);background-repeat: no-repeat;\"><\/div><style>@media(max-width:600px){#us_bg_video_nd0e{display:none!important}}<\/style><div class=\"l-section-video\" id=\"us_bg_video_nd0e\"><video muted loop autoplay playsinline preload=\"auto\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/watcoaustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CT-footer_1.mp4\" \/><\/video><\/div><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:rgba(26,26,26,0.15)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_ebe9bc5f opacity-animation has_text_color us_animate_this\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">We Can Make Rail Work for You<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Serving Agriculture Logistic Solutions for Agriculture Watco&#8217;s agriculture rail logistic solutions span the continent, from cattle trains and grain trains in Queensland to hay export logistics and containerised grain solutions for regional producers in Western Australia. 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