China-Europe Express celebrates ten year anniversary

Published on 19-03-2021 at 11:31

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The 19th of March 2021 marks a significant landmark in Eurasian rail transportation. Ten years ago, on the 19th of March 2011, the first train of the China-Europe express departed and started a new era for rail freight. Since then, things have changed, and the service has experienced growth, with many more developments already being on the way.

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Author: Nikos Papatolios

Nikos Papatolios is editor of RailFreight.com, the online magazine for rail freight professionals.

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China-Europe Express celebrates ten year anniversary | RailFreight.com

China-Europe Express celebrates ten year anniversary

Published on 19-03-2021 at 11:31

Image: FurlogImage: Furlog

The 19th of March 2021 marks a significant landmark in Eurasian rail transportation. Ten years ago, on the 19th of March 2011, the first train of the China-Europe express departed and started a new era for rail freight. Since then, things have changed, and the service has experienced growth, with many more developments already being on the way.

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Author: Nikos Papatolios

Nikos Papatolios is editor of RailFreight.com, the online magazine for rail freight professionals.

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