Overview

• The first shipment on the China-Europe-Express (CEX) route arrived in Wilhelmshaven after a 25-day journey from Ningbo, a day ahead of schedule.
• This direct route bypasses intermediate stops, reducing typical shipping times from 30-40 days to just 25 days, offering a unique service in Northern Europe.
• The initial shipment included 1,700 containers, primarily carrying components for battery factories and auto plants in Europe, with plans to increase capacity to 5,000 containers per trip.
• The JadeWeserPort, Germany's only deep-water container terminal, aims to leverage this service to establish itself as a key logistics hub with new rail links to cities like Budapest.
• While the port has struggled with underutilization since its opening, officials view this new route as a potential turning point for its growth and relevance in global trade.