China’s direct sea route from Zhangjiagang in Suzhou to Chancay Port in Peru has now handled over 50,000 tons of cargo since the port officially opened. The route has significantly shortened transit times from 35 to 23 days, improving trade efficiency under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
The cargo includes automobiles, construction machinery, and grinding balls. Monthly sailings operated by Cosco Shipping Specialized Carriers also support imports of bulk commodities such as copper concentrate and iron ore, making the route a key logistics corridor between China and Latin America.
In March 2025, Suzhou and Chancay signed a sister-port agreement to promote low-cost, efficient, and eco-friendly shipping services. Since then, multiple sailings have been completed, and Taicang Port’s exports to Peru in the first eight months reached 800 million yuan ($113 million), more than double year-on-year.
Chancay Port celebrated its first anniversary on November 14, operating three main lines and four branch routes, with foreign trade surpassing $1 billion. Officials say the corridor strengthens long-term trade resilience and industrial cooperation between China and Latin America.
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