Rail transportation to China along the New Silk Road is growing extremely fast. The Covid-19 pandemic has only accelerated this process. What are the advantages of rail freight, says Real Logistics company specializing in milk transport to China by this route.
Many companies that export milk and dairy products to China have been using the same tried and tested sea transport routes for years. A little out of habit, a little out of fear of the Russian embargo. And although sea freight still dominates trade with China, it’s worth checking out emerging alternatives, one of which is rail transport.
First of all, it is fast
Transport by sea from Poland to China takes more than thirty days. In comparison, in the railroad solution it is only 14-18 days, i.e. half.
Secondly, it is safe
Some products, such as powdered milk, should not come in contact with moisture. Moisture not only causes the product to clump, but also promotes the growth of undesirable microorganisms. Rail transport is therefore much less risky than sea transport in this case.
Third, it is affordable
It is often the case that the cost of transportation by rail is no different than the rates in ocean freight. This is because the Chinese government often subsidizes the trains going their way so that the containers do not return to China empty.
And also well taken care of
Real Logistics started to serve the New Silk Road as early as 2013, which is practically since its launch. This makes us really know all about it. We also have proven partners on the Polish and Chinese side, and our own branch, which we opened last year in the Chinese city of Chengdu, helps us to oversee the process on that side. Our own customs agency, which has already paved the way for all the necessary procedures, is also a great help. Thanks to our knowledge and experience we are able to transport Polish dairy products through Russia, despite the embargo still in force.
In addition to full container loads (FCL), we also have our own less-than-container load (LCL) service.
Despite the pandemic, New Silk Road shipments in 2020 were up as much as 64% over the previous year. There is no indication that this trend is about to reverse. More connecting lines are appearing and more countries are joining the route. Both governments and exporters have become convinced of the attractiveness of this form of transport between Europe and China.
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