China’s all-cargo hub airport launches 38 global freight routes

Asia’s first all-cargo hub airport of Ezhou Huahu has launched 38 international freight routes, linking five continents through its expanding logistics network. Since its launch, the cargo airport in Central China’s Hubei Province has connected 42 destinations in 28 countries and regions in Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa, including key hubs in Belt and Road Initiative partner countries. To date, the airport has processed 8,795 inbound and outbound international cargo flights and handled 338,400 tonnes of import and export cargo. The airport handles a diverse range of cargo, including general import-export goods, mail, express parcels and cross-border e-commerce shipments. Currently, the airport’s major exports comprise electronics like computers and smartphones, as well as daily consumer goods, while major imports are fresh fruits, seafood and vehicle parts, among others, as per a report.