DHL launches new LCL from China

DHL              LOGISTICS             LCL

China - DHL launched new direct less than container load (LCL) services from Shanghai to Buenos Aires, Argentina and Valparaiso, Chile with the aim to enhance connectivity between South America and China.

The new services are expected to boost trading activities between Chinese and South American businesses, especially small and medium enterprises.

The weekly service will operate through Danmar Lines, DHL Global Forwarding's in-house carrier. Customers can expect their shipment to arrive in Buenos Aires and Valparaiso within 28 and 30 days respectively, with time savings of up to 15 days as cargo I shipped directly from Shanghai to Buenos Aires and Valparaiso instead of being routed via Hong Kong.

Clas Thorell, head of LCL management Asia Pacific, DHL Global Forwarding said: "The direct LCL services from Shanghai to South America further enhance the strong global connectivity offered by DHL's extensive LCL network. With the introduction of these new services, we will help customers expand and strengthen their supply chain in the China-South America trade lane."

China Customs Statistics reveal Chile as currently the third largest trading partner of China in Latin America while China is the second largest trading partner of Chile in the world. China-Chile bilateral trade value reached US$17.53 billion in 2008, increasing 19.3% year-on-year.

Argentina is the fourth largest trading partner of China in Latin America and China is the third largest trading partner of Argentina globally. China-Argentina bilateral trade value increased 45.4% year-on-year to US$14.4 billion in 2008.

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