Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport serves as a significant aviation hub in the southwest, with an annual throughput of 50 million passengers. The airport features modern facilities that enhance service quality.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is the fourth largest airport in China, with an annual passenger throughput of 50 million. It is connected to high-speed rail, enhancing its status as an aviation hub.
DHL has announced the launch of two new direct cargo routes from Hong Kong to Ho Chi Minh City and Chengdu, aiming to improve logistics efficiency in Asia. The Chengdu route will accelerate cargo transportation in Southwest China, while the Ho Chi Minh City route will shorten transportation times to Europe and the United States. This move is a key strategy for DHL to deepen its presence in the Asian market and optimize the global supply chain, injecting new momentum into regional economic development.
The new direct flight route between Sanya Phoenix International Airport and Samara, Russia, officially opened on October 13, with two flights per week. This route enhances Sanya's international profile and facilitates trade and tourism development between the two regions, holding significant importance for China-Russia cooperation.
The Shanghai and Zhejiang port groups have signed a cooperation agreement to jointly promote the comprehensive development of the Xiaoyangshan Port area, aiding the integration of the Yangtze River Delta. Through equity cooperation, they aim to optimize resource allocation and achieve port synergy and the establishment of a river-sea intermodal service center. In the future, they will strengthen collaboration in areas such as free trade zones and rail transportation, working together to drive coordinated regional development and create a demonstration zone.
The General Administration of Customs' Global Trade Monitoring and Analysis Center has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Ningbo Shipping Exchange to engage in in-depth collaboration in global trade research and index construction. This partnership aims to leverage big data analysis to enhance the responsiveness of trade markets and support the development of both domestic and international trade.
Chongqing plans to restore freight services on the Yuli Railway and the Yugu Railway to enhance transportation efficiency, with the entire line expected to be operational by 2032.
On May 11, 2023, the ‘Lanzhou’ international freight train for South Asia successfully launched, marking a significant achievement in regional economic development and the Belt and Road Initiative. The train travels through Lhasa and Shigatse to reach Nepal, showcasing Lanzhou's advantage as a key logistics hub and enhancing its international trade capabilities. Surrounding cities are optimistic about this new route, hoping it will foster bilateral economic cooperation and development.
Since mid-month, Chengdu airport's cargo station has implemented an outsourcing model for international palletizing services, allowing qualified freight forwarders to perform palletizing operations directly. This change responds to the rapid growth in air logistics demands and aims to enhance service efficiency and safety. Additionally, the cargo station has increased security measures and provided comprehensive support to ensure smooth palletizing operations. This initiative represents a significant innovation in Chengdu's air logistics sector.
Shuangliu International Airport is gradually transforming into a modern city centered on aviation economy, facilitating the transition of old and new driving forces and upgrading industrial structures. High-quality development is being achieved through the Airbus project and the construction of cargo flight routes. The convergence of diverse industries and ecological development are mutually reinforcing, showcasing Shuangliu's ambition to become the "Capital of China's Aviation Economy" in the future.
