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title: "China's NDRC Says China-Europe Freight Trains Cut AC Shipping Time to 15 Days"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/294001782.md"
description: "China's NDRC reported that during a European heatwave, Chinese AC manufacturers like Midea and Gree shifted from sea freight to China-Europe freight trains. This change reduced transit time from approximately 40 days to just 15 days, highlighting the rail service's efficiency in supporting international trade."
datetime: "2026-07-28T02:53:04.000Z"
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# China's NDRC Says China-Europe Freight Trains Cut AC Shipping Time to 15 Days

China's National Development and Reform Commission held a special press briefing on China-Europe freight trains on July 28. Liang Linchong, head of the NDRC's Department of Opening-Up, said the rail service has become an important bridge for international trade and economic ties, with cargo categories covering more than 50,000 varieties across 53 major groups. He added that in June, amid a European heat wave, Chinese air conditioners sold out locally, and makers including Midea and Gree switched from sea freight to China-Europe freight trains, cutting transit time from about 40 days to around 15 days, according to 36Kr.

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