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EXTRANS GLOBAL - Weekly Logistics Operation Update - Week 48-2025

📌 Weekly Logistics Highlights

This week’s global logistics sector was defined by scaled low-altitude operations, green tech integration, and cross-border network deepening. Hong Kong expanded commercial low-altitude cargo services, while China’s ports and rail networks enhanced zero-carbon capacity and intermodal connectivity. Internationally, Southeast Asia’s transshipment hubs optimized AI-driven operations, and major carriers adopted sustainable solutions—strengthening efficiency, sustainability, and trade resilience across key corridors.
 

🇨🇳 China

Hong Kong, China

🔹 Commercial Low-Altitude Cargo Service Launches (Nov 26):
Hong Kong officially launched commercial low-altitude cargo services on Nov 26, expanding cross-border eVTOL flights between Cyberport and Shenzhen’s Qianhai. Operating 6 daily round trips, the 28-kilometer route carries 500kg of high-value electronics per flight, completing journeys in 35 minutes—60% faster than road transport. The service integrates AI air traffic management and real-time customs clearance, with plans to add 4 more daily trips by Q1 2026.
🔹 Low-Altitude Logistics Training Center Opens (Nov 24):
Hong Kong established a low-altitude logistics training center on Nov 24, in partnership with local universities and drone manufacturers. The center offers certification programs for eVTOL pilots, air traffic managers, and maintenance technicians, addressing talent shortages in the sector. It aims to train 500 professionals annually, supporting the city’s goal of becoming a Greater Bay Area low-altitude logistics hub.
 

Shenzhen, China

🔹 Yantian Port’s Hydrogen Fleet Handles 50k TEUs (Nov 27):
Yantian Port’s hydrogen-powered equipment fleet—including 12 cranes and 8 tugboats—processed 50,000 TEUs in a single week on Nov 27. The zero-carbon fleet reduced CO₂ emissions by 6,200 tons this week, with loading efficiency 25% higher than diesel-powered alternatives. The port also expanded its hydrogen refueling station to support 24/7 operations, advancing its 2030 carbon-neutral target.
🔹 SF Express Launches Shenzhen-Bangkok Pharma Service (Nov 23):
SF Express launched a 4x weekly pharma-dedicated flight from Shenzhen to Bangkok on Nov 23, using temperature-controlled Boeing 777 freighters. The service maintains a -20°C to 25°C environment, complying with global GDP standards, and cuts transit time to 5 hours. It carries vaccines, biologics, and medical devices, with a 99.9% on-time rate, catering to Southeast Asia’s growing healthcare demand.
 

Guangzhou, China

🔹 China-Laos Railway Hits 8 Million Ton Cargo Milestone (Nov 25):
The China-Laos Railway reached a cumulative cargo volume of 8 million tons on Nov 25, just weeks after surpassing 7.5 million tons. This week’s shipments totaled 21,000 tons—up 21% week-over-week—including NEVs, machinery, and tropical fruits. The three daily “Lancang-Mekong Express” trains leverage standardized cross-border procedures, with transit time to Vientiane shortened to 26 hours.
🔹 Guangzhou Port Adds Rotterdam Rail-Sea Service (Nov 28):
Guangzhou Port launched a direct rail-sea intermodal service to Rotterdam on Nov 28, combining sea transport to Qingdao with rail shipment to Europe. The service cuts total transit time by 7 days compared to all-sea routes, targeting annual cargo volume of 120,000 TEUs. It focuses on electronics and auto parts for German, Dutch, and Polish markets, with on-time delivery rates exceeding 98%.
 

Shanghai, China

🔹 Yangon Port Expands Cold Chain Capacity (Nov 27):
Yangon Port expanded its cold chain facility on Nov 27, adding a 150-ton capacity -40°C freezer section. The IoT-monitored facility now handles 500 tons of seafood, fruits, and rice weekly, with spoilage rates below 1%. Twenty new exporters joined the service, driving a 40% week-over-week volume increase and supporting exports to ASEAN and China.
🔹 CargoWareX Integrates AI Tariff Classification Tool (Nov 24):
WallTech upgraded its CargoWareX platform on Nov 24, adding an AI-powered tariff classification tool for Shanghai-based cross-border shippers. The tool automates product categorization, reducing compliance errors by 60% and cutting administrative time by 50%. It supports 100+ global tariff codes, integrating with customs systems in the U.S., EU, and ASEAN to streamline clearance.
 

Tianjin, China

🔹 Zero-Carbon Terminal Sets 115k TEU Weekly Record (Nov 26):
Tianjin Port’s fully automated zero-carbon terminal processed 115,000 TEUs this week (Nov 26), a new single-week record. Powered by wind-solar hybrid energy and hydrogen equipment, the terminal reduced emissions by 90% compared to traditional facilities. It handled 26 container ships, with unloading efficiency 45% higher, supported by AI energy management and shore power connections.
🔹 Tianjin-Moscow Route Ships 300 NEVs Weekly (Nov 23):
The Tianjin-Moscow China-Europe Railway Express route now ships 300 NEVs weekly—up 20% week-over-week—following upgrades to on-board charging and temperature control. The 14-day transit service maintains a 97% on-time rate, with real-time battery monitoring ensuring safe delivery. It supports Europe’s green mobility shift, with BYD and NIO accounting for 80% of shipments.
 

Qingdao, China

🔹 LNG Bunkering Service Serves 15 Vessels (Nov 25):
Qingdao Port’s LNG bunkering service, launched earlier this month, has now refueled 15 container ships as of Nov 25. The service reduces vessel emissions by 40% per voyage, supporting global shipping decarbonization. It primarily serves the port’s South America west coast route, with plans to expand to 20 vessels monthly by Q1 2026, attracting eco-focused carriers like Maersk and HMM.
🔹 Qingdao-Incheon Cargo Volume Hits 700 Tons Weekly (Nov 27):
Qingdao Airlines’ Qingdao-Incheon cargo route handled 700 tons this week—up 8% week-over-week—after adding two weekday flights. The A321-200P2F freighters transport semiconductor components and electronics for Samsung and LG, offering 6-hour door-to-door delivery. The service maintains a 99.9% on-time rate, meeting peak demand for time-sensitive shipments ahead of year-end.
 

🌏International

Vietnam

🔹 China-Vietnam Rail Cargo Reaches 35,000 TEUs (Nov 28):
China-Vietnam cross-border rail moved 35,000 TEUs this week (Nov 28), a 9% week-over-week increase, following blockchain customs integration. The “fast clearance” model cuts border delays to 25 minutes, with shipments including textiles, electronics, and auto parts. Vietnam Railway installed IoT tracking devices on 300 railcars, enhancing cargo visibility and reducing lost shipments to near zero.
🔹 Cat Lai Port Handles 410,000 TEUs Weekly (Nov 25):
Ho Chi Minh’s Cat Lai Port processed 410,000 TEUs this week—up 5% week-over-week—after expanding its automated yard. The 8 new AI-powered stacking cranes boost storage capacity by 25%, with diesel use reduced by 35%. The port’s AI cargo tracking system provides real-time container visibility, reducing search time by 75% and supporting its role as Southeast Asia’s top transshipment hub.
 

South Korea

🔹 Busan-Qingdao Digital Twin Integration Completes (Nov 24):
Busan Port and Qingdao Port finalized the integration of their digital twin platforms on Nov 24, enabling seamless data sharing for transshipment operations. The AI-powered system cuts coordination time by 40% for Northeast Asia-Europe routes, optimizing berth allocation and reducing congestion. It predicts cargo volumes with 93% accuracy, supporting a 30% improvement in transshipment efficiency.
🔹 Korean Air Expands SAF Use to Singapore Flights (Nov 26):
Korean Air began using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for its Incheon-Singapore pharma flights on Nov 26, expanding its green logistics efforts. The fuel reduces carbon emissions by 72% compared to conventional options, meeting global sustainability standards. The 5x weekly flights carry 150 tons of vaccines monthly, maintaining GDP compliance and a 100% on-time record.
 

United States

🔹 Flexport Launches AI-Driven Supply Chain Risk Tool (Nov 25):
Global 3PL Flexport unveiled an AI-powered supply chain risk management tool on Nov 25, integrated into its existing suite. The tool analyzes 120+ risk factors—including weather, geopolitics, and port congestion—to predict disruptions 7 days in advance with 85% accuracy. It offers mitigation strategies, helping clients reduce downtime by 40% and cut contingency costs by 35%.
🔹 LAX Green Cargo Zone Covers 35% of Facilities (Nov 27):
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) expanded its green cargo zone on Nov 27, adding 15 electric cargo trucks and 3 hydrogen refueling stations. The zone now covers 35% of LAX’s cargo facilities, reducing annual diesel emissions by 4,800 tons. FedEx and UPS committed to moving 70% of their LAX cargo through the zone by 2027, aligning with global decarbonization goals.

 

Bangladesh

🔹 Chittagong Port’s Bay Terminal Adds Hamburg Service (Nov 23):
Chittagong Port’s Bay Terminal launched a direct container service to Hamburg on Nov 23, complementing its existing Rotterdam route. The LNG-powered 12,000-TEU vessels cut transit time by 9 days, shipping 950 electric motorcycles and textiles weekly. Automated cranes reduce vessel turnaround time by 8 hours, supporting Bangladesh’s export growth to Western Europe.
🔹 Trilateral Rail Service Adds Second Weekly Train (Nov 26):
The Bangladesh-India-Nepal cross-border rail service launched a second weekly train on Nov 26, doubling its capacity. The route transported 850 tons of cargo this week—up 21%—carrying cement, textiles, and agricultural machinery. It cuts transit time by 7 days compared to road transport, aiming to boost trilateral trade by 40% annually.

 

Myanmar

🔹 Yangon Port’s Cold Chain Handles 550 Tons Weekly (Nov 27):
Yangon Port’s upgraded cold chain facility now processes 550 tons of cargo weekly—up 10% week-over-week—following the addition of a -40°C freezer section. The IoT-monitored facility ships seafood, fruits, and rice to ASEAN and China, with spoilage rates below 0.8%. Twenty-five new exporters joined the service, driving steady volume growth and supporting local agricultural exports.
🔹 Myanmar Airways Adds Kuala Lumpur Frequency (Nov 23):
Myanmar Airways International increased its Yangon-Kuala Lumpur cargo flights to 3x weekly on Nov 23, using Airbus A321-200P2F freighters. The service carries 45 tons of agricultural products (pulses, rice) and 35 tons of electronics weekly, cutting transit time to 3 hours. It complements the Yangon-Singapore route, expanding the airline’s Southeast Asia logistics network and supporting local manufacturers.
 

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