Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) reported a 4.1% year-on-year increase in cargo volumes to 394,000 tonnes in January, driven by growth in transhipments and demand from key regions like the Middle East and Europe. The airport, now operating with three runways, aims to handle 10 million tonnes of cargo annually within a decade, despite concerns over potential US tariffs and softer post-Lunar New Year demand.
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The news highlights this week include:Cargo volume at Hong Kong Airport increased in January, Sono Hospitality Group gained management control of T'way Airlines, and Trump announced new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China...
Hong Kong, China
🔹Hong Kong Airport Cargo Volumes Rise in January Amid Three-Runway Expansion
Shenzhen, China
🔹JD.com’s First 8-Story Smart Logistics Park Tops Out in Shenzhen
Guangzhou, China
🔹Guangzhou Prepares for Commercial UAV Operations in 2025: Key Developments and Future Prospects
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are set to begin commercial operations in 2025, with Guangzhou advancing in airworthiness certification and pilot applications. Chen Tengfei, a key figure in urban air mobility at EHang, emphasized the importance of developing certification infrastructure and application scenarios to foster industrial growth and economic development. EHang recently became the first company to receive a Type Certificate for its EH216-S model, while Guangzhou's new regulations have boosted confidence in the low-altitude economy, highlighting the need for support in various sectors like urban management and logistics.
Shanghai, China
🔹Shanghai Port Tops Global Auto Throughput as China’s Vehicle Exports Surge
Tianjin, China
🔹Tianjin Port Sets Record for Single-Vessel Auto Exports
Qingdao, China
🔹Shandong Port Group Accelerates Qingdao Port Cluster Development
Shandong Port Group is advancing its "World-Class Port Cluster" initiative in Qingdao, with 29 projects totaling RMB93.4 billion ($12.9 billion) in investment. These projects, including completed, ongoing, and planned developments, aim to strengthen Qingdao Port as a global maritime hub, with significant growth in cargo throughput and container volumes already achieved.
Vietnam
🔹Vietnam Port Stocks Set for Growth in 2025 Amid Infrastructure Upgrades and Fee Adjustments
Vietnam’s port stocks are poised for growth in 2025, driven by increased cargo output, infrastructure upgrades like the Ha Nam and Cai Mep projects, and the development of the Can Gio international transshipment port. However, competition, particularly in Hai Phong, and the need for higher service fees to offset costs remain key challenges for the sector.
South Korea
🔹Sono Hospitality Group Secures Management Control of T’way Air, Aims to Become South Korea’s Second-Largest Low-Cost Carrier
Sono Hospitality Group, through its holding company Sono International, has acquired a 40% stake in T’way Holdings, securing management control over T’way Air. This move positions Sono to potentially merge T’way Air with Air Premia, aiming to become South Korea’s second-largest low-cost carrier while emphasizing aviation safety and upgrading services to rival full-service carriers. The group also plans to leverage synergies with its extensive hotel and resort network.
America
🔹Trump Announces New Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, Sparking Global Trade Concerns
President Donald Trump plans to impose new tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting March 4, 2025, including doubling the 10% tariff on Chinese imports, citing the need to combat fentanyl smuggling and protect U.S. interests. The move has sparked global economic concerns, with fears of inflation and market instability, while Canada and Mexico emphasize their efforts to address drug trafficking and border security, hoping to avoid the tariffs through negotiations.
Bangladesh
🔹Freight Train Services Between Bangladesh and India Resume After Nine-Month Hiatus
Freight train services between Bangladesh and India have resumed after nearly nine months, with operations officially restarting via the Birol-Radhikapur border. The service, suspended since July 2022 due to political unrest and lack of demand, will now transport goods through three key routes, including the Radhikapur-Birol corridor, which recently carried 46 wagons of ceramic dust powder.
Myanmar
🔹India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway: A Path to ASEAN Integration Faces Delays Amid Myanmar’s Instability
The India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway, a 1,360-kilometre project aimed at boosting ASEAN economic integration and expanding India’s trade influence in Southeast Asia, faces significant delays due to Myanmar’s internal instability following the 2021 military coup. Despite 70% completion, security concerns have halted progress, pushing the project past its 2015 deadline. Once finished, the highway will enhance trade, tourism, and regional connectivity, reduce transportation costs, and support India’s "Act East Policy." However, flexible strategies, including alternative routes and diplomatic engagement, are needed to overcome challenges and ensure the project’s completion by 2027. The highway is a key component of India’s broader infrastructure vision, connecting to Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam, and fostering economic growth in underdeveloped regions.
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