LHZTIR: A Professional Land Logistics Corridor Connecting China-Belgium Trade
Within the European logistics hub system, Belgium, with its unique geographical advantages and highly developed logistics infrastructure, has long played a key role as the gateway to continental Europe. As a founding member of the European Union and one of its major economies, Belgium has established close economic and trade cooperation with China. With the rapid development of the China-Europe Railway Express, land transport has become an important supplement to sea and air freight. However, traditional rail transport still has certain limitations in last-mile delivery and transport flexibility. To address this, LHZTIR has launched a two-way TIR truck transport service between China and Belgium, offering a new, efficient, reliable, and flexible land logistics option for businesses with regular weekly departures and door-to-door full truckload direct service.
Analysis of China-Belgium Economic and Trade Cooperation and Logistics Demand
Belgium is one of China's important trading partners in the EU, with the Port of Antwerp being the second-largest port in Europe, holding a significant position as a logistics hub. Cooperation between the two countries is particularly prominent in fields such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, high-end equipment, and diamond trading. Belgium imports electronic products, machinery, textiles, and other goods from China, while exporting chemical products, diamonds, chocolate, and other specialty products to China. This diversified trade structure places higher demands on logistics services: companies need to balance transport timeliness, cost control, and supply chain reliability.
Especially in the current context of global supply chain restructuring, many enterprises are seeking diversified logistics solutions to reduce dependence on a single mode of transport. For goods with higher value and strict timeliness requirements, such as precision instruments, pharmaceutical products, and high-end consumer goods, direct full truckload transport can provide better cargo security and transport process control. The LHZTIR route is designed precisely based on this market demand, committed to providing professional full truckload transport solutions for China-Belgium trading companies.
Advantages of the TIR System: Efficient Customs Clearance and Door-to-Door Service
The TIR system, as an important convention for international road transport, provides unique customs clearance facilitation for cross-border trucking. Its core advantages are mainly reflected in the following aspects:
Significant improvement in customs clearance efficiency. Compared to traditional transport methods, TIR transport uses unified customs guarantee documents, requiring only simple document checks and seal inspections at customs points along the route, without repeated physical inspections. This characteristic greatly reduces border clearance times, making the overall transport timeline more controllable. Transport time from China to Belgium can typically be controlled within 14-18 days, providing a viable land transport option for many time-sensitive goods.
Enhanced safety and reliability of the transport process. TIR transport employs full-route seal management, maintaining seal integrity from the loading point to the destination, effectively preventing the risk of unauthorized opening during transit. At the same time, the direct full truckload transport model reduces the number of loading and unloading operations during transfers, lowering the risk of cargo damage. For high-value or fragile goods, this transport method provides a higher level of security.
Greater transport flexibility. Compared to rail transport, TIR trucking offers more flexibility in route selection and delivery arrangements. It can be tailored to specific customer needs, arranging transport services from various major industrial clusters in China directly to important logistics nodes in Belgium such as Antwerp, Brussels, and Liège. This flexibility is particularly suitable for customers with dispersed production locations and diverse delivery points.
Key Node Control and Service Quality Assurance
To ensure the reliability and stability of transport services, LHZTIR has focused on strategic layouts and capacity building at key logistics nodes:
Self-operated customs declaration services at Xinjiang ports. Alashankou and Horgos, as vital passages for China-Europe land transport, have customs clearance efficiency that directly impacts overall transport timelines. We have established professional self-operated customs declaration teams at both locations, staffed with experts familiar with Sino-European customs regulations, capable of providing customers with efficient and accurate customs declaration services. Through digital means such as advance declarations and electronic document transmission, we have significantly reduced cargo dwell times at ports. Statistics show that our port clearance efficiency is approximately 30% higher than the industry average.
Professional customs clearance support on the Belgian end. Considering the specific characteristics of the Belgian market, we have established long-term partnerships with local professional customs clearance agents, able to provide customized clearance solutions for different types of goods. We have accumulated extensive experience, especially in the customs clearance of special goods such as chemical and pharmaceutical products. For Chinese companies engaging in trade with Belgium for the first time, we can also offer comprehensive consultations on Belgian import regulations and operational guidance.
Intelligent warehousing network support. We own over 100,000 square meters of warehouse facilities in China's major manufacturing regions and logistics hubs in Belgium such as Antwerp and Zeebrugge. These warehouses not only provide traditional storage services but are also equipped with intelligent management systems, enabling real-time monitoring and precise management of inventory. Customers can check inventory status at any time through an online platform and arrange shipment plans as needed. In Belgium, our warehouses can also offer value-added services such as temporary storage and distribution, helping customers better manage local inventory.
Regular Operations and Service Innovation
To meet customers' stable logistics needs, LHZTIR has established a regular operation system with seven weekly departures:
Stable schedule arrangement. We schedule seven fixed weekly departures from major cargo origins such as Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Chengdu, exiting via Xinjiang ports, and finally arriving at key logistics nodes in Belgium. This high-frequency schedule ensures that customers can flexibly arrange shipment times based on their production plans and sales rhythms. For urgent orders, we also provide expedited transport services, with the fastest dispatch possible within three days.
Digital operation management. We have developed a specialized transport management platform through which customers can track cargo locations in real time, check transport status, and obtain estimated arrival times. The platform also offers electronic document services, allowing customers to complete order placement and document preparation online, greatly improving operational efficiency. At the same time, we continuously optimize transport routes and operational processes through big data analysis, constantly enhancing service quality.
Customized transport solutions. We provide tailored transport solutions based on the characteristics of different industries and goods. For example, for temperature-controlled goods, we equip specialized temperature-controlled vehicles and monitoring equipment; for high-value goods, we provide additional insurance services and security measures; for oversized cargo, we arrange professional loading and unloading equipment and personnel. These customized services ensure that all special goods are properly handled during transport.
Sustainable Development and Social Responsibility
While providing efficient logistics services, LHZTIR also actively fulfills social responsibilities and promotes the development of green logistics:
Environmentally friendly transport practices. We regularly maintain and upgrade transport vehicles to ensure they meet the latest emission standards. At the same time, we optimize transport routes and loading plans to improve vehicle utilization rates, reduce empty mileage, and thereby lower carbon emissions per unit of cargo. We also actively participate in carbon offset projects, providing customers with carbon footprint calculation and carbon neutralization solutions.
Localized service support. In Belgium, we have established close partnerships with local logistics companies, not only creating job opportunities but also better integrating into the local logistics ecosystem. We focus on training local employees, providing them with professional training and development opportunities. At the same time, we strictly comply with Belgian labor laws and industry standards, ensuring all operations meet local legal and regulatory requirements.
Investment in technological innovation. We continue to invest in logistics technology innovation, including the application of IoT devices, AI route optimization, and blockchain document management. These technological innovations not only improve our operational efficiency but also provide customers with more transparent and reliable logistics services. We believe that technological innovation is an important driving force for the sustainable development of the logistics industry.
Looking to the Future
As China-Belgium economic and trade relations continue to deepen and the European logistics landscape evolves, land transport will play an increasingly important role in China-Europe trade. LHZTIR will continue to optimize its service network, improve service quality, and provide better and more efficient logistics solutions for China-Belgium trading companies. We look forward to establishing long-term cooperative relationships with more enterprises and jointly promoting the prosperous development of China-Belgium trade.
Through our professional services, companies can better manage their supply chains, improve market responsiveness, and enhance competitive advantages. Whether for large multinational corporations or small and medium-sized trading companies, LHZTIR will apply the same professional attitude and service standards to provide safe, timely, and reliable transport guarantees for every shipment.
From manufacturing bases in China to distribution centers in Belgium, the LHZTIR truck transport route is becoming an important logistics link connecting the two major economies. We sincerely invite Belgian companies and international firms operating in China to experience this professional service and jointly explore new opportunities in China-Europe trade.