Duisburg-China Rail Link: Container Freight Trends & Future Outlook

In 2017, Duisburg Port and COSCO launched a vital China rail link, reaching 400 monthly departures by late 2018. Discover how this boosted freight volume!

Duisburg-China Rail Link: Container Freight Trends & Future Outlook
December 3, 2016 5:45 pm
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Introduction

In May 2017, the Duisburg Port (Duisport) and the China COSCO Shipping Corporation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a regular container train connection between Duisburg and various Chinese cities.

Duisburg-China Rail Link Initiative

The Duisburg Port (Duisport) and China COSCO Shipping Corporation’s MoU, signed in May 2017, aimed to create a regular container train connection between Duisburg and multiple Chinese cities. This initiative supports the “Belt and Road” project. Following this agreement, in early 2018, Duisport announced an increase in rail freight traffic, anticipating over 40 container train departures weekly to and from China.

COSCO’s Operational Role

China COSCO Shipping Corporation plays a crucial role in operating these train services. The company’s focus is on utilizing the rail link for transporting goods between China and Europe. This involves managing the logistical aspects of the container trains and ensuring efficient movement of cargo.

Operational Data and Volume

By late 2018, the number of container trains operating between Duisburg and China had increased significantly. Duisport reported approximately 400 train departures per month, with a total of 150,000 TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) transported annually. The Duisburg hub saw the arrival and departure of 2 to 3 trains daily, handling a volume of roughly 1,000 TEU per day.

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Future Outlook

The Duisburg Port and COSCO partnership continues to develop the rail freight link. The focus remains on enhancing the frequency and capacity of the container train services. Future plans include the expansion of the rail network and the handling of increasing cargo volumes, supported by Avril trains.

Conclusion

The collaboration between Duisburg Port and China COSCO Shipping Corporation has established a significant rail freight connection, handling substantial volumes of containers between Duisburg and China. The initiative, established in May 2017, has grown to include approximately 400 train departures per month by late 2018, transporting around 150,000 TEU annually.

Company Summary

Duisburg Port (Duisport): Duisport is a major inland port located in Duisburg, Germany. It is a key logistics hub, handling significant volumes of freight and serving as a crucial link in the transportation network between Europe and Asia.

China COSCO Shipping Corporation: China COSCO Shipping Corporation is a large state-owned shipping and logistics services company. It operates a global network of shipping routes and provides integrated logistics solutions, including container transport via rail.

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