China explores cargo hub complementing BRI in Malaysia

Chinese airport operator China Henan Aviation (CHAGC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysia Airports (MAHB) aimed at boosting air cargo connectivity.

CHAGC plans to expand its overseas projects in Asia, and particularly in Malaysia, by exploring the establishment of an air cargo hub to complement China’s Belt and Road Initiative.

CHAGC currently manages Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO), one of China’s air cargo hubs.

It also has a global presence with cargo terminal projects in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) and Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ).

Direct air routes from CGO to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) will be expanded with Raya Airways operating thrice weekly cargo flights, from August 2024.

Additionally, China Southern will be servicing seven commercial flights weekly starting on 21 June 2024.

The partnership will also focus on expanding the infrastructure needed to support transshipment and re-export activities.

In 2023, KUL registered approximately 700,000 metric tonnes of cargo movements.

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KUL currently handles 21 scheduled freighters transporting cargo to and from 40 countries, hosting over 200 third-party logistics providers and freight forwarding agents.

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