28 American Journal of Transportation American Journal of Transportation ajot.com MORE THAN 30% FASTER INLAND TRANSIT LOWER COST. GREATER CONTROL. South China’s only port with direct on-dock rail connectivity. COST Optimize inland moves with rail and barge SPEED Shorten drayage and improve cut-off compliance RESILIENCE Diversify modes and reduce congestion exposure *Compared with traditional trucking or feeder routing. DISCOVER THE NANSHA ADVANTAGE www.portofnansha.com Port of Nansha delivers cost, speed and resilience advantages for BCOs The Port of Nansha is emerging as a strategic gateway of choice for Beneficial Cargo Owners (BCOs) seeking to optimize cost, improve tran- sit times, and strengthen supply chain resilience across South China export flows. As global sourcing strategies evolve and pressure mounts on cost control and reliability, Nansha’s integrated intermodal infrastructure is providing BCOs with a measurable competitive advantage—particularly for cargo originating in the western Pearl River Delta and inland China. End-to-End Efficiency from Factory to Vessel Nansha’s direct on-dock rail capability— unique in South China—enables seamless move- ment of cargo from inland production hubs to vessel loading without intermediate handling. For BCOs, this translates into fewer touchpoints, reduced risk of cargo damage, and improved schedule integrity. Combined with an extensive inland rail net- work linking key manufacturing regions such as Chongqing, Wuhan, and Chengdu, Nansha allows cargo owners to bypass congested trucking corri- dors and streamline origin operations. Lower Inland Costs and Improved Transit Performance BCOs leveraging Nansha’s intermodal net- work are realizing: • Double-digit reductions in inland transportation costs through rail and barge optimization • Transit time improvements of over 30% com- pared to traditional trucking or feeder routing • Reduced detention, demurrage, and buffer inventory requirements due to more predictable cargo flows • An extensive barge feeder system across the Pearl River further supports efficient consolidation strat- egies, enabling BCOs to move high-volume cargo at lower cost with simplified customs processing. Stronger Control Over Supply Chain Risk For cargo owners managing high-volume, time-sensitive supply chains, Nansha offers critical diversification away from heavily congested South China gateways. By reducing reliance on trucking and providing multiple modal options, the port enhances continuity and mitigates disruption risk. This flexibility is particularly valuable for: • Retail and e-commerce replenishment cycles • Industrial supply chains requiring consistent throughput • Seasonal peak volume management • Proximity to Core Manufacturing Clusters Located closer to major production centers including Foshan, Zhongshan, and Jiangmen, Nansha enables shorter drayage distances com- pared to alternative ports. This proximity allows BCOs to: • Lower first-mile transportation costs • Improve cut-off compliance • Increase overall supply chain velocity Supporting ESG and Sustainability Goals By shifting cargo from truck to rail and barge, BCOs can significantly reduce carbon emissions associated with inland transportation—supporting corporate sustainability targets without sacrificing efficiency or cost. A Strategic Gateway for the Transpacific Supply Chain With growing direct services to North America and expanding terminal capacity, Nansha is well-po- sitioned to support BCOs seeking scalable, reliable export solutions from South China. Its intermod- al-first design aligns with modern supply chain pri- orities: cost control, speed, flexibility, and resilience. capacity. The network connects major manufacturing and export hubs across China, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Northeast Asia with key markets in North America, Europe, and the Med- iterranean. For the Trans-Pacific market specifically, COSCO SHIPPING Lines offers 22 direct services under the DAY10 Prod- uct. These include nine routes serving the U.S. Southwest Coast, five serving the Pacific Northwest, and eight connecting Asia with the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast. The services call at major gateways including Los Angeles, Long Beach, Seattle, New York/New Jersey, Norfolk, Savannah, Charleston, and Hous- ton. For shippers, the DAY10 Product is about providing greater network depth, routing flexibility, and resilience. Recent enhance- ments have strengthened direct connectivity between Southeast Asia and North America and expanded routing options through Yangpu Port in Hainan Province. This is particularly relevant as companies continue to diver- sify sourcing and manufacturing across Asia. The result is a broader range of service options that can help shippers adapt their supply chains while maintaining access to key North American markets. AJOT: Beyond ocean car- riage, COSCO SHIPPING (North America) has invested in expand- ing its integrated logistics capa- bilities in North and Central America. When did this strategic initiative begin and what was the motivation behind expand- ing into supply chain operations beyond just ocean carriage? What are some of the specific (INVESTS – continued from page 27) (INVESTS – continued on page 30) COSCO SHIPPING IBT hybrid truck (photo: COSCO NA)
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