Zhongshan as the wine trade center in China south

Since Sep last year when the Guangdong government officially apply to the central Chinese government that Zhongshan Bonded and Logistic Center should be upgraded to Zhongshan Integrational Trade Zone. On Feb 3, teams assigned by the country’s Financial Department and Taxes Bureau come to Zhongshan Bonded and Logistic Center for inspection. According to the introduction by local governer, many local enterprises look forwards to set their offices in the area. 

According to the introduction by the people in charge that in the coming years, the center will be forged to be a center for imported wine trade, exhibition and distribution in China south region. It is also the distribution center for retailers in Guangdong region. 

The data released from Inspection and Quarantine Bureau of Zhangjiagang lately shows that, for Jan 2012 Zhangjiagang has imported wine from France, Australia, German, Chile,etc, counting as 230,000 litre, 3.6 fold increased to the same period last year. It is expected in 2012 the total wine import volume will be surpassing 2 million litre. For the reason of such growth, the management team of Zhangjiagang port says that it is because of the spring festival, and it also because many foreign vinters gain confidence of investing in the Chinese market. However, the main reason is the completion of Zhangjiagang Imported Wine Trade Market, which provide a convenient platform for wine importers, exporters, distributors and dealers.