News / First freight train from UK sets off as China-Europe rail services soar

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The first train from the UK to China left London Gateway today, heading for Yiwu, where it is scheduled to arrive on 27 April, with 30 containers carrying whisky, soft drinks, vitamins and pharmaceuticals.

Rail services between Europe and China have seen a surge in volumes as services grow and ...

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  • mumtaz

    September 14, 2017 at 1:06 pm

    Dear Sir,
    Hope you are doing well,

    I want to know that below query by Train from China to UK because its more faster and cheaper than by Sea. Therefore, its request to you, Kindly Please check and tell us can it possible ,Please quote us the best rock bottom FOB SEA FREIGHT from Shanghai-China to Bolton-U.K., for the following;
    SHIPMENT FROM SHANGHAI CHINA TO U.K.,:
    1- Description: Textile Made-Up
    2- Container: 1*40’ FCL
    3- CBM: 54.60 M3
    4- Delivery Date: 23.09.2017
    5- Quantity: 17400-Pcs
    6- G. Weight: 13,500-Kgs
    7- W/H Address:Pre Retail Services.Lorne Mill,Lorne Street Farnworth, Bolton BL4 7LZ. UK
    21-days to be required for detention free

    Your positive and prompt feedback in this regard would highly be appreciated

    Thanks Regards
    Mumtaz Ahmed

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