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Modern Transport Solutions: The Central Corridor as an Alternative to Routes through Russia
Efficient Rail and Multimodal Routes from China to Europe
In response to dynamically changing market conditions, TSL offers modern and secure transport solutions by utilizing the Central Corridor as an alternative to traditional routes through Russia. This route connects China to Europe via Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Turkey using rail and sea multimodal connections.
Key Advantages of the Central Corridor:
- Safety: avoids routes through Russia.
- Supply Stability: regular departures on Thursday, Wednesday, and Sunday.
- Multimodality: combines rail and maritime transport.
- Short Transit Time: delivery within approximately 13–16 days.
Two Transport Routes:
We offer two main variants of transportation along the Central Corridor:
Route 1: Xi'an – Altynkol – Aktau (by sea) – Baku – Poti (by sea) – Burgas – Budapest – Malaszewicze
- Goods cross the Caspian and Black Seas
- Transport time: ≈16 days
- Departures: twice a week
Route 2: Xi'an – Altynkol – Aktau (by sea) – Baku (by rail) – Kosekoy (Turkey) – Budapest – Malaszewicze
- Goods cross only the Caspian Sea (ensuring more predictable delivery)
- Transport time: ≈13 days
- Departure: once a week
Connection to Romania:
A route—Xi'an – Altynkol – Aktau (by sea) – Baku – Poti (by sea) – Constanța—is available for clients from Ukraine. Goods can be transshipped in Constanța or Bucharest for further delivery.
FCL & LCL – Comprehensive Services:
We provide door-to-door services for both full container loads (FCL) and less-than-container loads (LCL).
Experience and Customs Handling:
TSL Silesia is not only an expert in transport organization but also a reliable partner in customs clearance. We support all types of customs inspections, assist with the necessary documentation, and optimize the clearance process to minimize delays and additional costs.
Why Choose the Central Corridor?
- An alternative to routes through Russia
- Time and cost optimization
- Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions
We invite you to contact us and take advantage of our transport offer! Contact us to get an individual quote and detailed information about our services.
Rail Transport Benefits with TSL-Silesia:
Rail import via TSL-Silesia is a safe, fast, and economical solution for managing the international supply chain with comprehensive forwarding and customs services.