Maersk's first direct train from China to Georgia arrives in Tbilisi

Recently, the first China-Europe train, which departed from Xinzhu, Xi'an, Shaanxi, went directly to Georgia, and successfully arrived in its capital, Tbilisi. This is the second Georgian train customized by Maersk. In the case of the global supply chain being affected by the new crown epidemic, the successful operation of the train has optimized the delivery cycle of high value-added goods and emergency goods, shortened the transportation time, and helped Georgian importers to better manage their inventory. To

Previously, the train between China and Georgia passed through Turkey. This special train is the first direct train with a running time of 21 days. The opening of the train provides a more convenient and efficient mode of transportation for international cargo transportation between the two countries, and is a useful supplement to the current maritime products.

Lin Ping, Director of Logistics Products and Digital Innovation of Maersk Greater China, said: “Cross-border customized trains are a very important part of Maersk’s intercontinental railway products. They are cost-effective, safe and fast, green and environmentally friendly, and have little impact on the natural environment. It has become one of the important methods of international logistics and transportation. In the past few years, we have made considerable progress and development. The Maersk Intercontinental Railway customized train has expanded to more than 40 lines in 13 countries and regions, and it opened in January this year alone. 38 customized special trains. Maersk line products have strong resilience and have played a key role in stabilizing the global industrial chain and customer supply chain."

In addition, APM Terminals Poti, a subsidiary of Maersk Terminals, and the cross-border railway team jointly provide services for the special train customer. As a gateway port connecting Asia and Europe, Poti Port Terminal will have more opportunities for sea and rail services in the future to provide customers with fast connections from Asia to the Black Sea, the Mediterranean and other regions.

This customized train uses Maersk inland services to connect intercontinental railways in both China and Georgia. The team also collaborated with Maersk Terminals for the first time, which better interprets the company's commitment to providing end-to-end services to customers.