SHANGHAI, December 2025 — Shanghai, a pivotal global logistics hub, continues to bolster its trade capabilities through advanced intermodal transportation solutions. The city's strategic focus on integrating sea and rail networks is proving instrumental in enhancing cargo flow and connectivity across Asia and beyond.

As of December 5, 2025, Shanghai's sea-rail combined transport business volume has surpassed the significant milestone of one million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) for the year. This achievement represents a robust year-on-year increase of nearly 20 percent, underscoring the growing efficiency and capacity of these operations, particularly those managed through the Luchao Port container center station.

This surge in throughput signifies a strong demand for integrated logistics services, reinforcing Shanghai's status as a premier international shipping and trade center. The expansion of these sea-rail links is crucial for facilitating smoother trade between China's vast inland regions and global markets, optimizing supply chains, and reducing transit times.

The consistent growth in sea-rail intermodal transport highlights a broader industry trend towards more sustainable and efficient freight solutions. This development is a testament to China's ongoing investment in its logistics infrastructure, positioning it to better serve regional and international trade demands and solidifying its role as a key player in global supply chain resilience.

Source: China Economic Net