Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the "multimodal transport" logistics model by Haikou Customs marks a significant advancement in the logistics capabilities of Hainan Free Trade Port, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for enterprises involved in international trade [1][2]. Group 1: Logistics Model Implementation - The "multimodal transport" logistics model has been officially launched, facilitating the smooth customs clearance of the inaugural "Singapore-Yangpu-Fuqing" shipping route [1][2]. - The model utilizes a seamless container transfer system, significantly reducing the customs clearance time by over 35% compared to traditional methods, and lowering overall logistics costs by more than 12% [1][2]. Group 2: Operational Efficiency - The new logistics model allows for a single declaration for goods transported from Singapore to Fuqing, saving nearly two days in transit time and reducing the cost per container by approximately 15% [1][2]. - The successful operation of the "multimodal transport" model is a result of collaborative efforts among customs, ports, and enterprises, enhancing the efficiency of the logistics chain [2]. Group 3: Strategic Importance - Yangpu serves as a crucial node in the Western Land-Sea New Corridor, and the "multimodal transport" model will further streamline logistics between Hainan and inland regions, promoting regional integration in the Qiongzhou Strait area [2]. - Haikou Customs plans to deepen cross-border and cross-departmental cooperation to enhance logistics service networks and improve customs supervision efficiency, aiming to establish Yangpu as a core logistics hub for both domestic and international trade [2].

Background - The announcement by the General Administration of Customs aims to support the development of multimodal transport for import and export goods, specifically focusing on sea-rail and water-water transfer modes, to enhance logistics efficiency and reduce costs [1][2]. Significance of the Announcement - The pilot program for multimodal transport is expected to play a crucial role in building a modern logistics system in China, facilitating the efficient integration of transport resources and seamless organization of transport, thereby forming a modern logistics operation system that connects domestic and international markets [1]. Measures Interpretation - The pilot program covers sea-rail and water-water multimodal transport modes, with domestic transport being either rail or water, and international transport being by water. Other types of multimodal transport will be gradually improved and expanded based on the stability of current models [2]. - The announcement is based on the Customs Regulations for Transit Goods, allowing customs to supervise multimodal transport goods without requiring separate declarations from enterprises [2]. - Customs encourages enterprises within the pilot scope to adopt multimodal transport operations and supports the use of integrated national customs clearance or multi-stage transit methods for customs procedures [2]. - Before transmitting multimodal transport data to customs, operators or their agents must apply for data transmission permissions from the relevant customs authorities [3]. - Multimodal transport goods must be loaded, stored, and transferred at customs-supervised locations, except when the same operator provides domestic transport services [3]. - Operators can adjust transfer locations during transport by sending updated logistics information to customs for approval [3]. - For flexibility in domestic transport, containers under the same multimodal transport bill can be processed for departure and arrival in batches, with the timing of departure information transmission adjusted accordingly [3]. - Support is provided for the splitting and assembling of goods, allowing operators to apply for changes to transport documents as needed [4]. - If goods are canceled for export after customs clearance, operators can terminate the multimodal transport application without returning the goods to the origin [5].