International railway transportation is an important component of international trade and a crucial carrier of international multi-modal transportation. With the acceleration of globalization, economic and cultural exchanges between countries have become increasingly frequent, and international trade has also become more prosperous. As a fast, safe and reliable mode of transportation, railways are also playing an increasingly important role in international trade.

A. Rapidity

Compared to sea or road transportation, railway transportation has a shorter time and can complete the transportation of goods more quickly. Especially for short to medium distance cross-border freight, railway transportation is an efficient choice. It is particularly suitable for some products with high timeliness.

B. Safety and reliability

Railway transportation adopts dedicated routes, with small traffic flow and low accident rates, and there is less risk of damage or loss of goods during transportation. At the same time, international railway transportation also has a large transportation capacity, which can carry a large amount of goods at the same time because the space in the carriages is relatively large. Compared to sea transportation, goods can be directly loaded and unloaded onto trains, resulting in higher efficiency.

C. Cost saving

The price of railway transportation is relatively low and has strong price competitiveness. Compared to air transportation, railway freight is more cost-effective and can save costs.

D. Energy saving

Compared to cars and airplanes, railway transportation consumes less energy and reduces pollution emissions, resulting in less environmental impact.

As an important international freight transportation mode, railway international transportation should not only know its characteristics and advantages, but also understand its processes and precautions in order to better utilize this transportation mode, improve the transportation efficiency and quality of goods.

Regarding the process of international railway transportation, the shipper needs to first contact the railway company or logistics agent in advance to book international railway transportation services and provide relevant cargo information. Then the goods are transported by regular or designated trains, and customs procedures need to be completed when passing through the border to ensure compliance and safety. After goods arrive at the destination, the recipient needs to promptly complete customs clearance procedures to collect the goods. One thing to note is to pay attention to the regulations and rules of the destination or region to ensure that goods comply with local import requirements. Simultaneously select reliable transportation companies or logistics agents to ensure safe and timely delivery of goods. And purchase appropriate insurance for the goods to prevent accidental losses during transportation.