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A second TIR logistics hub has opened in western China, offering a one-stop-shop for TIR transport companies, customs services and supply chain players.
People's Republic of China | Urumqi

Second TIR logistics hub opens in western China to advance trade

20 Aug 2024 · Prosperity

A second TIR logistics hub has opened in western China, offering a one-stop-shop for TIR transport companies, customs services and supply chain players.

A new IRU-accredited TIR logistics hub has opened in Urumqi, China, a key transit city along the Belt and Road Initiative.

The Urumqi TIR Logistics Hub consolidates all essential transit services under one roof: customs clearance, warehousing, cargo handling, route development, and transport-capacity matching.

Xinjiang International Land Port Chairman Junjiang Si said, “The establishment of the Urumqi TIR Logistics Hub will further open up ‘door-to-door’ corridors for international road transport and trade, in both directions.”

“In addition to TIR, the Urumqi TIR Logistics Hub offers services such as warehousing, cargo handling and multimodal solutions, optimising transport and trade,” he added.

IRU Director of TIR and Transit Tatiana Rey-Bellet said, “Building on Urumqi’s strategic advantages and IRU’s 75 years of experience advancing TIR, the hub will further facilitate trade along China-Europe transport corridors, bringing more opportunities and benefits to supply chain players in the region and beyond.”

IRU Chief Representative of East and Southeast Asia Ran Wang said, “The launch of the TIR logistics hub will help Urumqi in its quest to become an international trade hub connecting Asia and Europe.”

“With the strong support of customs, transport departments, local governments and industry partners, the TIR Logistics Hub will advance the prosperity and development of Xinjiang and China’s international road transport industry,” he added.

Xinjiang International Land Port manages the Urumqi TIR Logistics Hub.

The first IRU-accredited TIR logistics hub opened in Kashgar, China, in May 2024.

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What is TIR?

The United Nations-backed TIR system enables goods to be shipped from a country of origin to a country of destination in sealed load compartments that are controlled by customs via a multilateral, mutually recognised system.

TIR streamlines procedures at borders, reducing the administrative burden for customs authorities and transport and logistics companies. It cuts border waiting times significantly, saving time and money.

The TIR system connects China with over 30 countries across Eurasia, offering more secure transport options that are over 80% faster and 50% cheaper.