The stable operation of the "Chengdu-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Fixed-Schedule Train" represents a concrete practice in deepening logistics coordination and promoting regional interconnected development among Chengdu, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong. On May 27, Yantian International Container Terminals (Yantian International), together with Hong Kong International Terminals (HIT) and Shenzhen Port Group, held the first-anniversary celebration and client promotion event for the "Chengdu-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Fixed-Schedule Train" in Chengdu. Representatives from government departments, railway authorities, port enterprises, shipping companies, cargo owners, and logistics firms from Chengdu, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong gathered to witness the departure of the 68th train since its launch. They reviewed the operational achievements over the past year and jointly explored new opportunities for coordinated development between the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Launched on May 28, 2025, the "Chengdu-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Fixed-Schedule Train" provides a stable, efficient, and low-carbon export channel for foreign trade enterprises in Chengdu and southwestern China through reliable fixed-schedule operations. In response to growing market demand, the train's frequency doubled within six months. Over the past year, the service has operated 68 trips, with cargo volume increasing 28-fold. The transported goods include machinery parts, auto components, electronics, furniture, and lighting, with total value exceeding 448 million yuan. This has transformed the historically challenging "Shu Road" into a "global gateway," helping numerous foreign trade enterprises shorten delivery cycles and improve cash flow.

The train not only offers stable and reliable departure times but has also reduced the transportation time from Chengdu to Yantian Port in Shenzhen from six days to two. Via barge, goods can reach Hong Kong's Kwai Tsing Port on the third day. Upon arrival at Yantian or Kwai Tsing Port, cargo is loaded onto international liners for efficient delivery to over 200 countries and regions worldwide. The train service maintains a punctuality rate of over 98%, largely unaffected by adverse weather or holiday traffic congestion, aiding enterprises in better planning production, booking space, managing deliveries, and optimizing capital turnover. Additionally, it reduces comprehensive logistics costs by more than 30% compared to traditional road transport.

In terms of service innovation, Yantian International's rail-sea intermodal platform launched its "Data Open API Interface" in March this year, with Chengdu International Land Port becoming one of the first partners to successfully integrate with it. This collaboration coincides with the groundbreaking issuance of the first combined rail-sea transport bill of lading for the "Chengdu-Shenzhen-Hong Kong" route by the Chengdu International Railway Port Administrative Committee. By connecting via the API, both systems have achieved deep integration and real-time sharing of container handling and shipping logistics information, making the train service more efficient and seamless.

At the event, Cen Qicheng, Managing Director of Yantian International Container Terminals, expressed gratitude to the Chengdu Port and Logistics Office, Chengdu Railway Bureau, Guangzhou Railway Group, Shenzhen Transport Bureau, Hong Kong Transport and Logistics Bureau, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government Economic and Trade Office in Chengdu, Hong Kong Trade Development Council, and Shenzhen Port Group for their longstanding support. He stated, "One year ago, we collaborated to launch the 'Chengdu-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Fixed-Schedule Train.' Over the past year, driven by innovation, cooperation, and openness, and leveraging the momentum of the '15th Five-Year Plan' and APEC China Year, we have turned this strategic corridor linking the Greater Bay Area with the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle from a blueprint into reality, progressing from its inaugural run to prosperity."

Wang Ping, Deputy Director of the Chengdu Port and Logistics Office, remarked, "Over the past year, the train service has evolved from an inaugural run to a fixed-schedule norm, from a single-point breakthrough to networked operations. With transported goods value exceeding 448 million yuan and service to over 200 enterprises, it demonstrates strong market recognition of this golden corridor."

Li Guantao, Deputy Director of the Port and Shipping Management Division of the Shenzhen Transport Bureau, noted, "Shenzhen is currently fully implementing the national action plan for deep integration of rail-water intermodal transport. The 'Chengdu-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Fixed-Schedule Train' is a benchmark project under this initiative."

Chen Wanman, Deputy Secretary-General of the Hong Kong Transport and Logistics Bureau, commented, "The success of the 'Chengdu-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Fixed-Schedule Train' is not only due to the rapid growth of Sichuan's export manufacturing but also the complementary advantages of Hong Kong's Kwai Tsing Port and Shenzhen's Yantian Port. The 'Kwai-Yantian Connection' has become a model for coordinated port development in the Greater Bay Area, successfully expanding the cargo hinterland through cooperation and forming a logistics pattern of 'national manufacturing, Hong Kong-Shenzhen export.'"

Wang Qiang, Manager of the Intermodal Transport Department at the Logistics Division of China Railway Guangzhou Group, stated, "The successful operation of the 'Chengdu-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Fixed-Schedule Train' has effectively addressed logistics bottlenecks for the Chengdu-Chongqing region's exports, expanded the inland cargo market for Greater Bay Area ports, further solidified the status of Shenzhen and Hong Kong as shipping hubs, and provided stable and reliable logistics support for production and foreign trade enterprises."

At the event, representatives from Chengdu International Land Port Operation Co., Ltd. (Chengdu Land Port Company), Yantian International Container Terminals, and Hong Kong International Terminals signed the "Agreement on Deepening Cooperation in Jointly Building Chengdu Inland Port" in the presence of government officials and guests from Chengdu, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong. This move not only exemplifies tripartite connectivity and mutual benefit but also demonstrates strong regional coordination to help foreign trade enterprises navigate global market uncertainties.

The stable operation of the train service is a practical step in deepening logistics synergy and promoting regional interconnected development among the three cities. Chengdu and southwestern China possess vast industrial hinterlands and foreign trade demand. Shenzhen's Yantian Port offers a stable and efficient rail-sea intermodal service system and the densest network of routes to Europe and America in southern China. Hong Kong's Kwai Tsing Port boasts the most extensive routes to Asia and South America in the Greater Bay Area. The complementary strengths of the two ports provide comprehensive coverage of major global ports and shipping routes. With six daily barge services between Yantian and Kwai Tsing ports, efficient connectivity via rail, ports, barges, and international liners accelerates the export of "Sichuan goods" and "Chengdu products" to the world through seamless "station-to-port" integration.

Looking ahead, Yantian International stated it would continue to collaborate closely with government departments, railway authorities, port enterprises, shipping companies, cargo owners, and logistics firms to further enhance the quality and service level of the train service. It aims to promote stable, scaled, and regular operations while deepening digital logistics connectivity, shipping company business coordination, and customs clearance innovations. Yantian International will continue to leverage the synergistic advantages of Yantian Port and Hong Kong's Kwai Tsing Port to facilitate efficient connections between the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle and the Greater Bay Area, fully supporting the strengthening and growth of the real economy and contributing to high-quality national foreign trade development and carbon neutrality goals.