Chongqing - On June 20, Wanzhou Xintian Port on the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, celebrated the inauguration of rail-water multimodal transport, marking a significant stride in port services and logistics.
Situated as the eastern gateway of the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle, the port in Chongqing, Southwest China, holds an influential position among Chongqing’s strategic hub ports, notably Guoyuan Port and Fuling Longtou Port.
Wanzhou Xintian Port’s multimodal transport services were initiated on June 20, marking a significant milestone. (Photo/Chongqing Daily)
The project scope at the port includes the construction of 19 berths, each with an impressive capacity of 5,000 tons. The project's first phase has been completed and is now fully functional.
One distinguishing feature of Wanzhou Xintian Port is its seamless connectivity with various highways, including the Dazhou-Wanzhou and Yizhou-Wanzhou highways. This network amplifies the efficiency of rail-water transportation.
On the inauguration day, a cargo ship carrying corn arrived at the port, traveling from Nanjing Port via the Yangtze River. The cargo will be distributed to Dazhou by rail before being transported by road to its final customers.
Wanzhou Xintian Port aims to establish itself as a central hub for multimodal transportation. (Photo/Chongqing Daily)
As reported by a representative of the cargo owner, the use of multimodal transport has markedly improved logistics transportation time compared to traditional methods. In this case, transportation time was reduced by 2-3 days, yielding significant time savings. Additionally, this integrated approach has proven to be cost-effective, saving 300 to 500 yuan per container.
Wanzhou Xintian Port is emerging as an integral hub for multimodal transport, handling a variety of cargo, including bulk shipments, containers, and general goods.
The port plans to form strategic alliances with over 30 ports, shipping companies, and logistics providers from regions such as Sichuan, Hubei, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and others. These partnerships are expected to be key in promoting the growth of the upstream Yangtze River as a thriving shipping center.