Direct by rail to the World – how Mio and Swedish Match optimize global flows

Real-world flexibility – when the cargo sets the pace

For Mio, it’s all about moving goods from Asia to its warehouses in Tibro with high precision—without getting stuck in traffic or misaligned in the delivery sequence.

“Falköping is close to Tibro. That means we can quickly bring in a container when we need it, which gives us a level of flexibility we wouldn’t have if they were stuck on trucks down in Gothenburg. I think it’s incredibly important that we can decide the day before which container we want and have it delivered early the next morning.”
— Sven Wilkens, Logistics Specialist, Mio

Daily deliveries from Falköping to Tibro are closely coordinated with Schenker and the Skaraborg Logistics Center. Trains from Gothenburg are reloaded and sorted in the right order for Mio’s three warehouses—efficiently and on time.

Predictability that delivers – every time

For Swedish Match, reliability is non-negotiable. With 330 million matchboxes produced annually in Tidaholm, logistics need to work seamlessly.

“We use rail transport for about half of our outbound shipments, which adds up to approximately 275 TEUs per year.”
— Kristher Svensson, Logistics & Procurement Manager, Swedish Match

Shipments are booked weeks in advance, the container is picked up on the correct day, and loaded while the driver waits. It’s then sent by train from Falköping directly to a waiting vessel at the Port of Gothenburg.

“No one has ever called back to say it didn’t work—so reliability is incredibly good.”

Smart logistics starts before the loading dock

Both Mio and Swedish Match actively optimize every link in their logistics chains—from container fill rates to choice of transport partners. And both highlight the strategic value of proximity to Falköping, with seamless access to global flows via Gothenburg.

“We work very hard to maximize container fill rates. We don’t want to ship air, so we collaborate closely with suppliers and forwarders to ensure every container is fully utilized.” — Sven Wilkens, Mio

“We load a fair amount of products onto trailers that then reach customers in places like Portugal and Ireland via vessels from the Port of Gothenburg.” — Kristher Svensson, Swedish Match

Both companies also emphasize the importance of having a close dialogue with the Port of Gothenburg—not just to ensure smooth operations, but to ensure mutual understanding of their business needs.

Falköping + Gothenburg = control, scalability, global reach

For Mio and Swedish Match alike, rail via Falköping and the Port of Gothenburg is more than just a transport solution—it’s a strategic asset. When the train departs on time, the cargo reaches the right vessel without detours, and the entire operation becomes sharper and more resilient.

This is what the future of logistics looks like: access to robust infrastructure, predictable flows, and logistics partners who understand your business.