Core Insights - The article highlights the development of Henan's logistics and transportation infrastructure, emphasizing the synergy of four routes: air, land, sea, and digital, contributing to the Belt and Road Initiative [5] Air Silk Road - Zhengzhou Airport has seen a significant increase in cargo volume, surpassing 700,000 tons this year, a growth of over 24% compared to the previous year, with cross-border e-commerce goods now accounting for 52% of international outbound cargo [6][7] - The opening of the Zhengzhou-Luxembourg international cargo route in 2014 marked the beginning of a transformation for Henan, establishing a vital air link between Central China and Europe [6][8] - The airport's operational efficiency has improved, with daily peak cross-border e-commerce cargo exceeding 1,000 tons, and a typical delivery time of 72 hours from domestic manufacturers to global destinations [7][8] Land Silk Road - During the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival, multiple China-Europe freight trains departed from Zhengzhou, transporting goods such as machinery parts and clothing to various destinations, including Belgium and Russia [8][9] - The Zhengzhou International Land Port has become a hub for logistics, with an average daily traffic of over 2,000 vehicles during the holiday period, reflecting the growing demand for international logistics [9][10] - Since the launch of the first China-Europe freight train in 2013, the service has expanded from 1 station and 1 port to 26 stations and 9 ports, with over 16,000 trains operated, enhancing trade and cultural exchanges [10] Sea Silk Road - The Luhe Port is experiencing increased activity, with logistics companies and shipping enterprises establishing operations, indicating a growing demand for inland waterway transport [11][12] - The port's expansion project aims to significantly enhance its throughput capacity to 18.25 million tons per year, improving logistics efficiency and integrating with other regional ports [12][13] - The port's strategic location offers logistical advantages, with water transport costs being significantly lower than rail and road, while also accommodating larger volumes [11][12] Digital Silk Road - The cross-border e-commerce sector in Henan is thriving, with over 50 companies in the China Post Zhengzhou Cross-Border E-Commerce Industrial Park, generating an annual sales volume of around 1 billion USD [13][14] - The park provides integrated services for e-commerce sellers, including logistics and customs clearance, reducing average customs clearance time from 24 hours to under 12 hours [14][15] - Henan's cross-border e-commerce exports have grown from over 76 billion RMB in 2016 to over 260 billion RMB projected for 2024, reflecting the province's deep integration into global supply chains [15]
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He Nan Ri Bao·2025-10-06 23:20