Laos, a key banana supplier to China, has successfully delivered nearly 450 tons of bananas to Pinggu, Beijing, via the China-Laos Railway. The international cold chain special train, also known as the 'Beijing-Yunnan-Vientiane' line, departed from Vientiane, Laos, on November 24. This marks the beginning of regular operations for this new service, with plans to expand its operations to include more fresh produce shortly.

The first batch of 390 tons of fresh bananas from Laos arrived on October 20, transported by the inaugural 'Beijing-Yunnan-Vientiane international cold chain special train. These bananas, delivered in optimal condition due to the efficient cold chain, successfully reached the Jingping Comprehensive Logistics Hub in Pinggu District, Beijing, and entered the consumer market in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, ensuring a steady supply of high-quality, fresh produce.

More fresh fruits from ASEAN countries will be transported via the China-Laos Railway international cold chain special trains, delivering directly to consumers' tables in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. This direct supply promises a fresh and diverse range of fruits for consumers.