Core Points - The "X8037" China-Europe freight train departed from Zhengzhou, marking the first scheduled route of the new "Zhengzhou Putian - Alashankou" line to Europe in 2023, indicating an upgrade in the international logistics channel construction from Henan [1] - Since its inaugural run in 2013, the Henan China-Europe freight train has become a significant platform for the province's opening up, integrating into the Belt and Road Initiative and establishing an international logistics network covering over 40 countries and regions, including the EU, Central Asia, and ASEAN [1] - The logistics network consists of 26 direct stations and 9 ports, facilitating the growth of the Henan China-Europe freight train as a key driver for high-quality regional economic development and the establishment of Henan as a new inland open highland [1] Operational Developments - The operating company, Zhongyu Port Group Zhengzhou Land Port Company, has optimized the operational system and increased the number of scheduled routes and frequency of services [1] - Currently, there are 8 scheduled routes for the Henan China-Europe freight train, with 16 trains per week heading to Europe, Russia, and Central Asia, and 8 trains per week heading to ASEAN, forming a multi-directional international logistics network covering eastern, central, and western regions [1]

Core Points - During the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival, the Henan China-Europe Railway Express operated efficiently, with a total of 101 trains launched, averaging 12.6 trains per day, representing a 32% year-on-year increase [1] - To ensure uninterrupted international logistics services during the holidays, the Zhongyu Port Group implemented special work plans for key processes such as booking, settlement, road transport, loading and unloading, and customs clearance [1] - From October 1 to 8, the Henan China-Europe Railway Express had 32 outbound trains and 69 return trains, with a total cargo value of approximately $151 million and a weight of about 128,800 tons [1] Industry Development - Since the first train of the Henan China-Europe Railway Express was launched in 2013, the Zhongyu Port Group has continuously expanded its channels, strengthened hub functions, promoted trade development, and aggregated industrial resources [1] - The network of the Henan China-Europe Railway Express has grown from an initial "1 station 1 port" to an international logistics network of "26 stations 9 ports," covering over 40 countries and more than 140 cities, including the EU, Russia, Central Asia, and ASEAN [1] - As of now, the cumulative number of trains launched by the Henan China-Europe Railway Express has approached 16,000, establishing itself as an important bridge for economic and cultural exchanges between Asia and Europe [1]