Teleport launches first Hong Kong–Bahrain B747F service

Teleport has expanded The Teleport Network into the Middle East with the deployment of its first full B747F freighter flight from Hong Kong to Bahrain, marking the company’s entry into the Gulf region.

The inaugural flight connects Hong Kong to Bahrain and links seamlessly into the UAE, Saudi Arabia and other key Gulf markets through strong air and road connectivity.

With Bahrain positioned at the heart of the Gulf, Teleport aims to enable the intercontinental movement of eCommerce flows from Asia, particularly China, to the Middle East, Europe and beyond. The company said it will leverage Bahrain’s infrastructure and aviation ecosystem to scale its operations globally.

Chief Executive Officer Pete C. said Teleport has built a strong network across Southeast Asia and increasingly across the wider Asian region. However, he noted that operating at a truly global scale requires a presence in the Middle East, describing the region as a bridge connecting Asia to Europe and beyond.

He said the first flight to Bahrain represents a significant step towards that goal and an important move in establishing Bahrain as a hub to support the company’s growth beyond Asia.

With the support of the Bahrain Economic Development Board and Team Bahrain, Teleport will gain access to the country’s aviation ecosystem, including Bahrain Airport Company, Bahrain Aviation Services and other entities. The company said this partnership gives it confidence as it begins building its Middle East hub in Bahrain.

Teleport added that it has consistently promised faster, cheaper and better services for eCommerce players and SMEs across China and Southeast Asia, and that the move into Bahrain marks the first step in delivering that promise beyond the region.