A new "fruit train" carrying 23 containers of tropical fruits, including mangosteen and durian, from Thailand to China has been launched on the China-Laos Railway. This new transportation method is expected to reduce transportation time and costs, as it is less affected by weather conditions compared to previous road and sea transportations. In 2022, China was the largest export market for Thai durians, accounting for 96% of the total export volume with a value of 3.09 billion US dollars. The China-Laos Railway is set to boost Thai durian exports to China, with the help of logistics companies like Shibida International Logistics Co., Ltd. that are investing in freight cold chain containers for railway transportation.