BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 30. The Middle
Corridor reduces cargo delivery times between Asia and Europe,
Trend reports via
Azerbaijan Railways (ADY).
According to ADY, the corridor is a strategically important
alternative route connecting China with the European Union. Along
with its extensive geographical coverage, it stands out as one of
the shortest and most efficient transport routes between Asia and
Europe.
ADY noted that before the emergence of the Middle Corridor,
cargo flows between China and Europe relied primarily on sea routes
through the Suez Canal and the Mediterranean Sea, with transit
times ranging from 35 to 45 days and, in some cases, reaching 50
days.
"Today, thanks to improved coordination and increased logistical
efficiency, container block trains via the Middle Corridor reach
European destinations within 18–25 days. This advantage drives
cargo growth, strengthens the transit potential of corridor
countries, and enhances investment attractiveness.
Located at the crossroads of the East-West and North-South
transport corridors, Azerbaijan plays a key role in the Middle
Corridor. The Port of Baku, in conjunction with the
Baku–Tbilisi–Kars railway and TRIPP, plays a pivotal role in
enhancing the corridor’s strategic significance at both regional
and global levels," ADY explained.
The Middle Corridor, also known as the Trans-Caspian
International Transport Route (TITR), is a transport and trade
route connecting Asia with Europe and serving as an alternative to
the traditional Northern and Southern corridors. The route begins
in China, passes through Central Asian countries such as
Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan, crosses the Caspian Sea
via Azerbaijan, and continues through Georgia and Türkiye before
reaching Europe. This overland route allows cargo to bypass longer
maritime routes and provides a direct connection between East Asia,
including China, and Europe.
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