Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2026-01-04 10:25Group 1 - The new direct shipping route from Shandong Port Qingdao to Australia, named KANGAROO, has officially opened, marking the first foreign trade route launched by the port in 2026 [1][2] - The route connects major Chinese ports directly to Australian hubs, with a travel time of approximately 20 days to Brisbane and 25 days to Sydney, enhancing logistics efficiency for businesses [2] - Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the world's largest container shipping company, has a close partnership with Shandong Port Qingdao, with container volume expected to exceed 3 million TEUs by 2025, setting a new record [2] Group 2 - Shandong Port Qingdao is a key international shipping hub in Northeast Asia, with nearly 240 foreign trade routes, the highest among northern Chinese ports, connecting over 700 ports in more than 180 countries and regions [3] - The port has established a comprehensive logistics network, including 56 inland ports and 86 sea-rail intermodal routes, maintaining the leading position in container volume among coastal ports in China [3]