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🚨 China-Europe Rail Transport Update The rapid growth in China-Europe rail freight has led to a shortage of flatcars and extended transshipment times. Starting in May, repairs on the Dostyk section in Kazakhstan will slow down traffic, causing transshipment delays at Alashankou by approximately 7-15 days. Delays are also expected at Khorgos due to the surge in rail freight volumes and the shortage of flatcars. Additionally, Malaszewicze is experiencing significant congestion, with many drivers waiting in line for pickups, causing delays in container operations. Also, the increase in inspections in Poland, the Netherlands, and Hungary is further exacerbating the delays. In particular, Hungary's introduction of X-ray inspections is causing slower processing times, worsening the situation. For more information, stay tuned with Forair. 🚂📦 #Logistics #RailFreight #Forair #ChinaEuropeRail #SupplyChain #Shipping #FreightForwarding #RailTransport #GlobalTrade #TransportDelays #RailwayUpdates #CargoHandling #FreightSolutions #TransitTimes #BorderCrossing #CustomsInspection #LogisticsUpdate #Transshipment #TradeRoutes #Chinaeuropeexpress #CRexpress #Internationalshipping

📢 China-Europe Freight Train Operation in August August is the traditional peak season for container transportation. Despite the steady growth in volume and number, transportation efficiency continues to improve. The average handling time at ports such as Alashankou, Khorgos, and Manzhouli stabled at 5-10 days, while that at Erlianhot is generally 7-12 days. Overall, the fastest record from Xi'an to Malaszewicze is 14 days, while the average time from Chengdu and Chongqing to Malaszewicze is 18-20 days. It takes 20-25 days from the domestic stations to Duisburg and Hamburg. The T/T of the full-time scheduled train is about 30% shorter than that of the ordinary one. The time to Milan-Italy is the longest, with the overall T/T for Chengdu and Xi'an-Milan exceeding 35 days. According to the data from Cargo Talk, much of the delay took place in the transshipment at Malaszewicze. Shippers may consider transshipping through Duisburg or Hamburg, as upgrading the rail line will have a limited impact on these areas. Transportation time in the direction of the Russian line has not fluctuated significantly. It takes only 18 days from Zengcheng, Guangdong to Moscow, about 22 days from Chengdu to Moscow, and about 20 days from Chongqing to Minsk. The Central Asia-bound train is running well, with Xi'an to Almaty taking about 9 days. However, the T/T from Xi'an to Baku by train is more than 20 days, and the efficiency of the reloading process at the port of Aktau needs to be further improved. #China #Europe #Railway #Freight #Transportation #Shippingsolutions

⚡ Freight Trains Between China and Europe Reached a Record Level - According to information from the China National Railway Group, the number of freight train services between China and Europe in the first quarter of 2024 will be

ASTANA — The modal shift from congested ocean trades to China-Europe rail freight is creating lengthy delays at key China-Kazakhstan train transfer points, leading to longer transit times and fast-rising rate levels. Forwarders estimate China-Europe rail volume increased by more than 50% year over year in the first quarter with strong demand for less-than-containerload freight.  “The volume increase on rail requires more time for reloading at the China-Kazakhstan border and therefore longer transit time,” Thomas Kowitzki, vice president and global head of China rail at DHL Global Forwarding, told the Journal of Commerce.  All cargo entering Kazakhstan must be transferred to new trains because rail tracks in Central Asia have a different gauge than those in China. #China #Europe #railnetwork #carrier #containershipping #transitime #capacity #loadingport #seaport #globallogistics #challenges #oceanshipping #oceanfreight #FreightForwarding #metaworlwide #worldtopmeta 🎯Join us on Facebook for exclusive industry insights, updates, and opportunities! ➡ https://lnkd.in/g8J443QV 🍂 Read the full article on our website ⤵ https://lnkd.in/g_iJn7fn

Middle Corridor boosts Baku Port's cargo handling capacity Baku Port, or Port of #Baku, a crucial component of the Middle Corridor route, reported a total cargo volume of 7.6 million tons handled in 2024. This marks a 3.2% increase compared to the corresponding figure for 2023, showcasing substantial growth in various sectors. Container transport saw an impressive rise of over 73%, overall cargo handling volume increased by more than 3%, and the transportation of wheeled vehicles grew by over 7%. Port of Baku, located on the ancient Silk Road connecting #Europe and #Asia, is a prime transport and logistics hub of Eurasia. It covers an area of 400 hectares. Being an important segment of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, the Port of #Baku with its modern operating system provides prompt cargo services, as well as has at its disposal open and covered storage facilities designed for all types of cargo. With a lifting capacity of 15 million tons a year and a container loading capacity of 100,000 TEU a year, the Port of #Baku meets international standards. The Port is enabled to handle more containers One of the most notable increases was observed in the number of containers handled at Baku Port. In 2024 alone, the port managed 76,775 TEUs (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units), reflecting a 73% rise compared to 2023. This surge underscores Baku Port's growing capacity and efficiency in container handling. The number of wheeled vehicles received and dispatched at Baku Port in 2024 reached 58,169 units, indicating a 7.2% increase from the previous year. Additionally, the volume of dry cargo handled exceeded 1,044,000 tons, and the number of wagons processed surpassed 37,515 units, both showing significant year-on-year growth. The Middle Corridor, also known as the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, plays a pivotal role in connecting East and West. It serves as a vital trade link between China, Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Europe. The corridor spans multiple countries, including Kazakhstan, #Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Turkiye, facilitating the movement of goods across vast distances. The strategic importance of the Middle Corridor cannot be overstated. It offers an alternative route to the traditional Northern Corridor, which passes through Russia and is subject to geopolitical tensions and logistical challenges. The Middle Corridor provides a more stable and efficient pathway, reducing transit times and costs for international trade. As a key transit hub along the Middle Corridor, #Baku Port plays a crucial role in facilitating the movement of goods between East and West. Located on the western shore of the Caspian Sea, Baku Port serves as a major gateway for cargo entering and exiting the region. Its strategic location makes it an essential link in the transportation network, connecting maritime routes with rail and road transport. https://lnkd.in/e35V4JHS

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#KazakhRailways (#KTZ) is getting a freight terminal in #Hungary. The company signed a memorandum of cooperation to that end as part of a state visit by the #CentralAsian country’s president. Supposedly, the terminal will help grow #China – #Europe container traffic. #railfreight #railfreightnews #railcargonews

This week, the operation of the China Europe freight train faces some challenges, affecting the overall efficiency and transit time in the European direction. The railway near Dostyk is undergoing maintenance, resulting in a significant slowdown in the speed. After the leaving at Alashankou and Khorgos , the trains encountered serious shortage of chassis in Dostyk and Altynkol, and the reloading is further extended, with an average record of 7-15 days. Based on the current situation of Brest and Malaszewicze, it is estimated that transshipment at the border ports of Belarus and Poland takes about 3-5 days. In addition, the number of arriving trains at Neuss and Hamburg in Germany continues to increase, and the issuance of ATB documents is correspondingly delayed, which has an impact on delivery after carriage. According to statistics from Cargo Talk, in the European direction, the Xi'an-Duisburg Express takes 15 days, the Chongqing-Duisburg/Hamburg takes 22-24 days, and the Zhengzhou-Mala takes 19 days in total. For the Russian-bound service, 13 days from Chengdu to Moscow, 23 days from Shijiazhuang to St. Petersburg, and 15 days from Guangzhou (Zengcheng) to Moscow. According to a notice from the Xi'an platform, some train departures in May were delayed due to congestion at the bordering ports.