In 2024, the Year of the Dragon ushers in global anticipation and celebration with the vibrant red and gold of the Chinese New Year, symbolizing prosperity and new beginnings. Rooted in ancient traditions, the Spring Festival signifies family reunions and symbolic rituals, bringing auspicious energies for the year ahead.
Logistical Challenges During the Spring Festival
Amidst the joyous festivities, a logistical challenge extends beyond the borders of China. The extensive shutdowns, including factory closures and disruptions to transportation networks, have the potential to impact the global supply chain.
How MOL Logistics can help
Facing these challenges, our company is reliable and resilient. Here at MOL Logistics we acknowledged the importance of Chinese New Year closures, which is why we carefully plan strategies to handle these logistical hurdles adeptly. Our commitment to seamless operations is unwavering. We excel in finding alternative routes, utilising flexible methods, and guaranteeing minimal disruptions for our clients.
Alternative routes: exploring all modalities
Our modalities are designed to adapt to dynamic situations. Whether it is utilizing air freight for time-sensitive shipments, optimizing sea routes, or incorporating multimodal solutions, we are equipped to tailor our services to meet the specific needs of our clients, even in the midst of festive closures.
Other Public Holidays in China 2024
Be prepared! Chinese New Year is not the only holiday on the horizon. Some holiday periods vary from year to year depending on the calendar. In order to be able to have several days off, following official holidays, people often work on certain Saturdays and certain Sundays of the year – either preceding or succeeding the respective holiday.
Ching Ming Festival: Apr 4 to April 5 (Tuesday to Saturday)
Ching Ming Festival is one of China’s largest events based off of the lunar calendar. Ching Ming officially starts 104 days after the winter solstice. The festival usually begins on April 4th or 5th, but activities may start as early as 10 days prior.
Labour Day Holiday: May 1 to May 5 (Wednesday to Sunday)
Labour Day in China, or International Worker’s Day, is a public holiday that celebrates workers’ contributions to the country.
Dragon Boat Festival: June 10 (Monday)
The Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and elsewhere around the world. The people of China generally receive a three-day break from work in order to celebrate with friends and family. The Dragon Boat Festival is one of the busiest travel holidays in China.
Mid-Autumn Festival: September 15 to September 17 (Sunday to Tuesday)
The Mid-Autumn Festival in China is a celebration that begins on the 15th day of the 8th month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Referred to in China as zhongqiujie (中秋节), the Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the largest festivals in Mainland China and East Asia. This festival began as a celebration of the moon.
National Day Holiday: Oct 1 to Oct 7 (Tuesday to Monday)
National Day in China is a holiday that has been celebrated in some form since the Western Jin dynasty in the early 3rd century AD.
Contact us
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