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新华鲜报丨11万列!中欧班列跑出亚欧大陆“新时速”
Xin Hua Wang·2025-06-10 05:39

Core Insights - The China-Europe Railway Express has achieved a significant milestone, with cumulative operations exceeding 110,000 trains and a total cargo value surpassing $450 billion, maintaining a monthly operation of over 1,000 trains for 61 consecutive months [1][3] Group 1: Growth and Expansion - The annual operation of the China-Europe Railway Express has increased from 1,702 trains in 2016 to 19,000 trains in 2024, with annual cargo value rising from $8 billion to $66.4 billion [3] - The time required to operate 10,000 trains has been reduced from 90 months to less than 7 months [3] - The railway has established three main corridors in China, connecting 128 cities, with 28 fixed routes originating from coastal ports like Dalian, Tianjin, Qingdao, and Lianyungang [3] Group 2: Efficiency Improvements - The latest train, number 75052, is loaded with household appliances, showcasing a shift from a single category of goods to a diverse range including high-end equipment [4] - The maximum number of cars and traction weight for the trains has been increased to 55 cars and 3,000 tons, respectively, with customs clearance time reduced to under 30 minutes [4] - The establishment of 14 regional collection centers has led to 88% of the trains being dispatched from these centers, enhancing the efficiency of the logistics network [4] Group 3: Competitive Advantage - The introduction of a full-schedule operation for the China-Europe Railway Express has resulted in a stable weekly operation of 17 trains, reducing overall travel time by over 30% compared to regular trains [5] - The average cargo value per container has increased by 41% compared to standard China-Europe Railway Express trains [5] Group 4: Economic Impact - The logistics corridor opened by the China-Europe Railway Express is facilitating the integration of countries along the route into the open world economy, with various regional products becoming more accessible in China [7] - The development of cross-border logistics networks in key cities like Erenhot is attracting industries such as auto parts and wood processing, while cities like Lodz, Duisburg, and Madrid are modernizing infrastructure to support rapid industrial growth [7] - The China-Europe Railway Express is reshaping regional trade patterns with its unique advantages of efficiency, stability, and sustainability [7]