Date: 03/01/2017

China has launched a direct rail freight service to London, as part of its drive to develop trade and investment ties with Europe. China Railway already runs services between China and other European cities, including Madrid and Hamburg. The train will take about two weeks to cover the 12,000 mile journey and is carrying a cargo of clothes, bags and other household items.

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'China freight train' on way to Barking

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China launches a direct rail freight service to London, as part of its drive to develop trade and investment links with Europe.