CEVA Logistics opens automated DC in China

CEVA Logistics has opened up a 4,300-square-metre logistics hub expanding the company’s capacity for Trans-Eurasian road transport.

Now acting as a consolidation point for Less-than-Truckload shipments (LTL) and integrated International Road Transport (TIR) solutions, the highly automated facility is situated in Northwest China just 15 minutes from the Kazakhstan-China border.

Alashankou Vice Mayor, Wei Wei, said the facility will enhance cross-border logistics capabilities, drive industry growth and deepen connectivity across Asia-Europe trade corridors.

“The official launch of CEVA’s Alashankou hub represents a strong recognition of the city’s strategic location as a key port of entry, open trade platforms, and business-friendly environment,” said Wei.

CEVA can now complete cargo consolidation and onward transit efficiently within 6-12 hours. The centre uses a warehouse management system alongside RFID and AI-based measurement technologies.

Electric autonomous forklifts are used in the facility and all trucks are equipped with GPS and sensors ensuring precision in navigation. With the facility being used as a fast-track transit point, CEVA has reduced transit times from 20 days to 9-11 days.

Lenovo is among the key customers using the new facility with CEVA Logistics managing regular freight flows between China and Kazakhstan.

CEVA Logistics has also deployed electric trucks to consolidate cargo at Alashankou before cross-border transport, a model expected to cut carbon emissions by 46 per cent. CEVA Logistics APAC Ground and Retail Leader, Kelvin Tang said: “In 2025, total throughput across Alashankou exceeded 29 million tonnes, with ground volumes up to 8.6 per cent year-over-year.”