China – UK container train service launched
The first Chinese container train service destined for London has set off, as the One Belt, One Road initiative makes its maiden rail call to the UK.
The first train departed Yiwu in eastern Zhejiang province on January 1, 2017, and will cover more than 12,000 km in 18 days before reaching London according to China Railway Corporation.
The service, carrying daily necessities, clothing, fabrics and luggage, will pass through Kazakhstan, Russia, Belarus, Poland, Germany, Belgium and France.
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