China–Zurich direct
Next Friday, 19 March, the Swiss logistics company Tibbett-Britten is launching its new container rail service. The train will run directly from Xian (China) to Zurich (Switzerland).The service allows customers to load LCL rail consignments from China into consolidated containers. For loading on to the new Eurasian train the shipments are collected from locations all over China, consolidated in the storage depot in Xian and then delivered by train directly to the Tibbet-Britten warehouse at Zurich airport. Transit time is 20 to 24 days.In the warehouse, the consignments are unloaded, labelled and cleared through customs. The goods can be picked up in the warehouse or be delivered directly to their final destination, if desired. The service doesn’t transport perishable goods, all types of batteries, dangerous goods, medical protective gear and face masks. (ben)