New users can follow by clicking on "International Business Daily". Despite its small size, the Expo Service Trade Exhibition area is comprehensive, covering five major sectors: financial services, consulting services, trade and logistics, cultural tourism, and comprehensive services. Although the exhibits are "invisible", the experience remains rich.

A total of overseas routes cover global shipping zones and multiple countries and regions. MSC Cruises, making its first appearance at the CIIE, has shown full sincerity. "As a family with a century-long maritime heritage, MSC Cruises, with its global deployment of capacity and fleet advantages, serves guests from numerous different countries and regions. China is a significant strategic market for MSC Cruises. This year, we make our debut on the CIIE stage, a platform that connects and integrates China with the world, bringing Chinese consumers over 100 carefully selected overseas routes and more than 100 voyage options from our modern fleet of 23 cruise ships." Ms. Huang Ruiling, President of MSC Cruises China, stated that Shanghai is a home port city that the group holds high hopes for and places great importance on.

In the year, the Shanghai maiden voyage of the "Asian flagship" Glory brought the group to become the first international cruise brand to resume operations in Mainland China post-pandemic. The successful operation of Glory's 100 voyages throughout the year earned recognition and praise from Chinese consumers, and it will return to Shanghai's home port on January 1, 2024. The group will honor Chinese consumers through a rich variety of cruise routes and experiences, driving the recovery of the tourism market and contributing to the construction of a new development pattern of dual-cycle development with both domestic and international dimensions.

Mediterranean Cruises has been offering carefully selected overseas itineraries to Chinese consumers since its inception, with many destinations and routes being highly sought after and loved by Chinese consumers. In the newly unveiled summer 2023, winter 2023-2024, and summer 2024 seasons, Mediterranean Cruises presents a total of 175 carefully selected overseas itineraries covering 180 countries and regions across 41 global sailing areas, providing over 1,200 sailings ranging from short to long durations. These itineraries cover regions such as Europe and the Mediterranean, North America and Alaska, the Caribbean, and the Middle East, offering diverse overseas journeys to meet the varied travel needs of Chinese consumers, including short leisure trips, family gatherings, long in-depth tours, and explorations of emerging niche destinations.

On a high-quality, modern cruise ship, consumers will immerse themselves in a comprehensive European-style vacation experience of relaxation: from non-stop all-day entertainment, to authentic cuisine from around the world; from highly acclaimed family and children's activities, to specialty spas and fitness centers; and with exclusive shopping experiences, allowing every guest to enjoy an extraordinary time at sea.

A distinctive "runway" at the top of the booth resembles a flight path, while an open-concept booth, combined with rich video materials, physical exhibits, and simulation models, allows visitors to immerse themselves in experiencing FedEx's diversified innovative services and sustainable development initiatives. Through the three themes of "Driving Growth," "Focusing on Service," and "Sustainability," FedEx showcased at this year's CIIE its four decades of operations in the Chinese market, actively promoting seamless connections between China and global markets with flexible, efficient, and intelligent supply chains.

The reporter learned from the exhibition stand that FedEx is continuously optimizing its logistics services, introducing an online import customs declaration tool, and expanding the coverage of its "FedEx International eCommerce Solutions" service to the European and American markets, providing customers with more flexible and valuable logistics solutions. Additionally, the company has introduced emerging technologies such as intelligent warehouse counterbalance forklifts to efficiently respond to heavy cargo transportation needs.

Karen Poon, Senior Vice President and President of FedEx China, stated, "The China International Import Expo is a significant platform for promoting international trade. FedEx has showcased its important journey of growth alongside the Chinese market over the past four decades on this stage, highlighting its outstanding achievements in network capacity, service products, digital innovation, and sustainable development. From package transportation to heavy cargo delivery, FedEx is committed to providing Chinese customers with reliable global delivery services and intelligent digital solutions, optimizing their supply chains, empowering their business growth, driving high-quality development in China, and supporting global economic growth."