Core Insights - The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has officially launched the TIR cross-border e-commerce channel in Shandong, enhancing international road transport capabilities [1] - The TIR system facilitates seamless customs clearance for cross-border goods, improving logistics efficiency and reducing transport times [1] - The new channel aims to support cross-border e-commerce and strengthen economic ties among SCO member states [1] Summary by Categories TIR System and Benefits - TIR, or the International Road Transport Convention, is a global customs facilitation system for cross-border goods transport, allowing for uninterrupted cargo movement from origin to destination [1] - The TIR system offers advantages such as simplified customs procedures and faster transport turnaround times [1] E-commerce Focus - The SCO's TIR cross-border channel will concentrate on cross-border e-commerce, exploring the "TIR + cross-border e-commerce" business model [1] - This initiative is designed to provide efficient logistics support for the "Silk Road E-commerce" comprehensive service base [1] Infrastructure Development - On the launch day, 100 TIR middle-axle curtain-side trucks were delivered to the TIR International Road Transport Gathering Center, enhancing the transport capacity of the demonstration zone [1] - Compared to traditional TIR vehicles, the new trucks can carry two containers at once, increasing volume capacity to 130 cubic meters, thereby reducing costs and improving efficiency for businesses [1]
上合示范区开通丝路电商TIR跨境通道