The route provides for the transportation of cargo in containers from the countries of East, Southeast, and South Asia (Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Japan, South Korea) to the ports of Lianyungang and Qingdao in China, and further to Central Asia (Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan)
Why this route?
- Competitive rates
- Transit time: 45–50 days
- Reliability: stable schedule
- Versatility: suitable for any container cargo
- Transport security
- Route free from sanction restrictions
Types of cargo:
- Electronics and household appliances
- Spare parts and components
- Textile, clothing
- Household goods
- Food products: canned food, tea, oil
- Building materials
- Equipment
Port comparison – Qingdao vs Lianyungang
| Parameter | Qingdao | Lianyungang |
|---|---|---|
| Geography | Eastern coast of China, closer to the north | Southeast, closer to Central China |
| Cargo processing of food | All categories supported: dry, liquid, including oil | Restrictions on oily and liquid products, including palm oil |
| Infrastructure | Modern, busy port | Less crowded, easier booking |
| Delivery cost | Slightly higher, especially in peak seasons | Slightly lower due to less congestion |
| Schedule reliability | More regular schedule | Less competition, more flexible timing |
| Suitable for cargo | Standard containers, equipment | Also for complex consolidated/non-containerized cargo |