累计开行突破12万列，三个关键词读懂中欧班列新变化

Core Insights - The China-Europe Railway Express has surpassed 120,000 trips and sent goods worth over $490 billion, expanding its cargo categories to 53 and over 50,000 types of products [1] Group 1: Operational Changes - The full schedule China-Europe Railway Express has increased to over 1,000 trips annually, with 17 routes and 22 trains operating weekly, including 8 return trips [2] - The average transit time for the full schedule trains is reduced by over 30% compared to regular trains, exemplified by the Zhengzhou-Hamburg route taking 11 days and 19 hours [2] - The average cargo value per container for full schedule trains has increased by 41% compared to regular trains, with seasonal products being transported efficiently [3] Group 2: Network Development - As of October 2023, the China-Europe Railway Express operates through 128 cities in China, reaching 232 cities in 26 European countries and over 100 cities in 11 Asian countries [4] - The western corridor has accounted for over 50% of the total trips, with significant improvements in capacity and efficiency due to infrastructure upgrades [4][5] - The eastern corridor has seen a total of 36,727 trips, with the youngest port, Tongjiang, offering a shorter route to Europe by 809 kilometers [5] Group 3: Economic Impact - From 2013 to 2024, the transport value of the China-Europe Railway Express has increased approximately 33 times, with its share of total China-Europe trade rising from 0.4% to 8.5% [7] - The logistics efficiency provided by the railway has significantly reduced transportation time and costs for various goods, enhancing the competitiveness of Chinese products in Europe [7] - The establishment of overseas warehouses in 25 EU countries has improved delivery times for Chinese goods, facilitating cross-border shopping [7]