European heatwave triggers rush for China–Europe AC shipments 
Record temperatures across Europe have emptied warehouse shelves, pushing major Chinese brands to divert thousands of air‑conditioners onto faster China–Europe rail routes. With heatwaves topping 40°C and sea freight slowed by Middle East disruptions, manufacturers are switching to rail to cut delivery times from 40 days to about 15.

China Railway Express is now running packed trains into Central and Western Europe as retailers scramble to restock before the next surge in demand.