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2,928 CRE Trains Operated Accumulatively, Sending 317,000 TEUs of Goods

     According to CR, from January to February this year, CRE trains have operated a total of 2,928 trains, transporting 317,000 TEUs of goods, with year-on-year increases of 9% and 10% respectively. By the end of this February, CRE trains have departed from 120 cities domestically, reaching 219 cities in 25 European countries.

  A spokesperson from the freight transport department of CR stated that since the beginning of this year, CR has adhered to the principles of consultation, joint construction, and shared benefits, fully leveraging the coordination mechanisms both domestically and internationally, strengthening international railway cooperation, and continuously promoting the high-quality development of CRE trains.

  Efforts have been made to strengthen the construction of CRE train routes. CR has explored the operation of south routes from Xi'an, Chongqing, Yiwu, etc., to cities like Poti in Georgia, Baku in Azerbaijan, and Istanbul in Turkey, with a total of 18 trains operated this year, further improving the network pattern of "smooth and efficient, intermodal connectivity, and multiple extensions".

  Enhancements have been made to the organization of CRE train transportation. CR has coordinated locomotives, vehicles, routes, and station resources, to enhance port clearance capacity and efficiency. Through routes like the Western Route (Alashankou, Horgos), the Central Route (Erenhot), and the Eastern Route (Manzhouli, Suifenhe, Tongjiangbei), the transport volume has increased by 9%, 19%, and 4% respectively. During the Spring Festival holiday, CRE trains operated continuously without interruption, with a daily average of 53 trains, marking a year-on-year increase of 10%.

  Improvements have been made in the service quality of CRE trains. Continuous monitoring and control of the entire operation process have been strengthened to ensure safety and smoothness. The punctual schedule-based operation of CRE trains has been maintained throughout, with 45 trains operated this year, ensuring reliable transportation efficiency both domestically and internationally, and gaining favor from a wide range of customers. The CRE trains portal website operates efficiently, providing 24/7 multilingual services to global customers, and continuously improving convenience.