Core Insights - The China-Europe Railway Express has established a new international transportation pattern across the Eurasian continent, enhancing trade cooperation along the route and ensuring the stability of international supply chains [2][4]. Group 1: Development of the China-Europe Railway Express - The first China-Europe Railway Express departed from Xi'an on November 28, 2013, marking the beginning of Xi'an as a central hub for the service [3]. - Xi'an International Port Station has transformed from a small station to a modern international logistics hub, with key metrics such as the number of trains, cargo volume, and container utilization rate ranking first in the country for seven consecutive years [3][4]. - The station now operates 18 international routes directly to cities like Hamburg and Rotterdam, and 26 domestic routes, creating a new logistics pattern of "inland aggregation and global distribution" [4]. Group 2: Efficiency Improvements - The transportation time from Xi'an to Duisburg, Germany, has been reduced by 30%, now taking about 10 days [6]. - Innovations in operational mechanisms have decreased the average cargo aggregation and distribution time from 8.5 days to 3.3 days, with the fastest time being just 24 hours [6]. - The China-Europe Railway Express has opened new export channels for agricultural products, with over 20,000 tons of kiwifruit exported to countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative [6]. Group 3: Connectivity and Trade - The Lianyungang-Kazakhstan logistics base has become a crucial hub for cross-border transportation, facilitating the movement of over 400 types of goods [7][8]. - The introduction of the "one box to the end" model has improved the efficiency of transporting Kazakhstani wheat, reducing transit time from about 30 days to approximately 20 days [8]. - The China-Europe Railway Express has become a vital link for global supply chains, providing stability during disruptions in maritime transport [12]. Group 4: Economic Impact - The China-Europe Railway Express has attracted over 300 Fortune 500 companies to Chongqing, contributing to the development of new industrial and commercial centers [12]. - The service has played a significant role in ensuring the timely delivery of emergency supplies during natural disasters, showcasing its resilience and potential in land-based trade [12].

Group 1 - The China-Europe Railway Express has established a new international transport pattern and a platform for economic cooperation along the route, significantly stabilizing international industrial and supply chains [2][4] - The Xi'an International Port Station has transformed from a small station into a modern international logistics hub, with key indicators such as the number of trains and cargo volume ranking first in the country for seven consecutive years [3][4] - The efficiency of the China-Europe Railway Express has improved, with transportation time from Xi'an to Duisburg reduced by 30%, and cargo collection and distribution time cut from an average of 8.5 days to 3.3 days [6][7] Group 2 - The Lianyungang-Kazakhstan logistics cooperation base has become a crucial hub for cross-border transportation, facilitating the movement of over 400 types of goods, including wheat and home appliances [8][10] - The introduction of the "one box to the end" model at Lianyungang port has improved the transit time for Kazakh wheat by 70%, reducing the overall transportation time from about 30 days to approximately 20 days [10][11] - The China-Europe Railway Express has played a vital role in ensuring the stability of international supply chains and has been crucial in delivering emergency supplies during global crises [17][19] Group 3 - The China-Europe Railway Express has attracted over 300 Fortune 500 companies to Chongqing, contributing to the establishment of new industrial and trade centers and fostering the growth of various industry clusters [16] - The railway has become an important "lifeline" for international trade, especially during disruptions in maritime transport, showcasing the resilience and potential of land-based trade [17][19] - The ongoing support for the development of the China-Europe Railway Express is expected to enhance trade connections between China's western regions and Europe, further integrating into the global supply chain [19]