As of August this year, the China-Europe Railway Express has operated a total of 10,000 trains, promoting efficient and convenient international trade. Various digitalization and infrastructure upgrade measures have significantly improved transportation quality, supporting the efficient connection of global goods transport and establishing a benchmark in the logistics sector.
In recent years, the postal international express small package business has grown rapidly, especially in the cross-border e-commerce sector. The Hangzhou Postal Package Business Bureau aims to provide a one-stop solution for e-commerce by integrating resources, enhancing services, and opening dedicated lines. They handle up to 100,000 packages per day, covering over 220 countries worldwide. Additionally, the postal bureau actively supports small and medium-sized e-commerce businesses and leverages government support platforms to facilitate future development.
Scheduled cargo transport is an efficient choice for air freight, featuring fixed routes and timetables. It is ideal for the quick and safe delivery of urgent goods or perishable items. Despite limited cargo space, scheduled flights offer customers timing and flexibility, ensuring that your goods reach destinations around the world swiftly.
Alibaba and ZTO Express have reached a strategic investment agreement, with an investment of $1.38 billion for a 10% stake. This collaboration will promote the digital transformation of the logistics industry and demonstrates the deep integration of both companies in the new retail and new logistics sectors. Despite experiencing fluctuations in ZTO's stock price, its market share and net profit growth indicate strong competitiveness. This strategic investment marks Alibaba's ongoing expansion of partnerships in the express delivery industry.
In 2020, the China-Europe Railway Express 'Chang'an Hao' operated 3,720 trains, with a total cargo weight of 2.811 million tons, becoming the top performer in national core indicators. Its extensive reach covers Central Asia and South Asia, enhancing global logistics efficiency through an innovative sea-rail combined transport system. This development has also facilitated industrial agglomeration and foreign trade growth in the Xi'an region.
The rapid development of the express delivery industry in Zhejiang has achieved 20 billion parcels ahead of schedule this year, reflecting a dual improvement in economic vitality and service quality. With the rise of live e-commerce, advances in rural express delivery, and the promotion of digital and green development, Zhejiang's express industry is experiencing a new vitality.
The China-Europe Railway Express portal has officially launched, offering multilingual services and one-stop freight forwarding to enhance international logistics optimization. The website features multiple sections that provide relevant news and statistical data, along with specialized services to improve user experience and support the Belt and Road Initiative.
As of December 4, the Zhengzhou-Europe International Railway has operated 150 trains this year, exceeding the annual target. The total cargo value reached $693 million, covering economic circles such as the Yangtze River Delta and the Pearl River Delta, and radiating to 20 countries in Europe and Central Asia. Future goals will gradually increase, continuing to play an important role in the Belt and Road Initiative.
On August 21, the Lanzhou Railway Bureau successfully launched its first China-Europe international freight train from Lanzhou to Hamburg, Germany, reducing transport time by 15 days compared to sea freight. The train covers a distance of 8027 kilometers and operates in about 15 days with 42 cars. This project leverages the geographical advantages of the Lanzhou railway hub, promoting the development of international logistics brands. Starting from August 29, it plans to operate regularly on a weekly basis to boost regional economic development.
The State Post Bureau, in collaboration with eight departments, has released guidelines aiming to establish approximately 30 express delivery hubs by 2027 and 80 by 2035. The goal is to create an efficient, safe, and green express delivery network, promote modernized services, and facilitate coordinated trade and economic development.
