EXTRANS GLOBAL - Weekly Logistics Operation Update - Week 35-2025

📌 Weekly Logistics Highlights

This week witnessed significant developments in various regions' logistics landscapes. From new air cargo routes and port openings in Asia to policy-induced disruptions in the US-bound logistics, the industry showed a mix of growth opportunities and challenges.

Hong Kong, China

🔹Air Cargo Service Expansion: A new air cargo service between Hong Kong and Tel Aviv was announced this week. Scheduled to commence in October 2025, it will be operated by a major cargo airline with three weekly flights. This new route aims to boost trade between Hong Kong and the Middle East, especially for high-value electronics and pharmaceutical products. The service is expected to handle 80 - 100 tons of cargo per flight, enhancing Hong Kong's position as a global air cargo hub.
🔹Container Terminal Operations: Hong Kong's container terminals reported a 3% increase in throughput compared to the previous week, reaching 360,000 TEUs. The growth was mainly driven by increased exports of consumer goods to Southeast Asia. Terminal operators also announced the implementation of a new digital queuing system for vessels, which is expected to reduce waiting times by 15 - 20% in the coming months.

Shenzhen, China

🔹Yantian Port's New Shipping Service: Yantian Port launched a new shipping service to South America on August 25th. The service, provided by a leading shipping line, will operate weekly and connect Yantian with major ports in Brazil and Argentina. It is expected to meet the growing demand for exports of furniture, textiles, and machinery from Shenzhen and the surrounding areas. The first voyage carried 1,800 TEUs of cargo, mainly consisting of high-quality furniture products.
🔹Express Delivery Service Upgrades: SF Express in Shenzhen introduced a new real-time tracking feature for its international express parcels. Customers can now track the exact location of their packages at every stage of transit, from collection to delivery. This upgrade aims to improve customer experience and competitiveness in the international express market. Since its implementation, customer satisfaction scores related to tracking accuracy have increased by 10%.

Guangzhou, China

🔹Baiyun Airport Cargo Growth: Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport handled a daily average of 5,600 tons of cargo this week, a 4% increase from last week. The growth was spurred by a rise in e-commerce exports, especially to Europe. The airport also announced plans to expand its cargo handling area by an additional 20,000 square meters by the end of the year to accommodate the growing demand.
🔹Freight Rate Adjustments: Local freight forwarders in Guangzhou adjusted their rates for domestic land-based freight services. Due to rising fuel costs, rates for long-distance trucking increased by 5 - 8%. However, in response to the market competition, some freight forwarders also introduced package deals for large-volume shippers to maintain business volume.

Shanghai, China

🔹COSCO's New Green Shipping Initiative: COSCO announced a new green shipping initiative on the Shanghai-Los Angeles route. Starting from September, the company will deploy vessels equipped with advanced energy-saving and emission-reduction technologies. These vessels are expected to reduce carbon emissions by 20% compared to traditional ships. The initiative is part of COSCO's commitment to sustainable shipping and meeting the growing demand for environmentally-friendly logistics services.
🔹Port Automation Upgrades: Shanghai Port continued to upgrade its automation systems at Yangshan Deep-Water Port. The installation of new automated container handling equipment is expected to be completed by the end of September. Once operational, the port's handling efficiency is projected to increase by 10 - 15%, further strengthening Shanghai's position as a leading global container port.

Tianjin, China

🔹Rail-Sea Intermodal Expansion: Tianjin Port added a new rail-sea intermodal route to Inner Mongolia on August 26th. This new route will transport coal, minerals, and industrial products, enhancing the connectivity between Tianjin Port and inland regions. The first train carried 1,500 tons of coal, and the service is expected to operate daily, with the potential to increase the port's intermodal freight volume by 15 - 20% in the next quarter.
🔹Logistics Park Expansion: A major logistics park in Tianjin announced an expansion project. The park will add 30,000 square meters of warehousing space to meet the growing demand for storage and distribution services. The expansion is expected to be completed by the first quarter of 2026 and will attract more logistics companies to set up operations in the park.

Qingdao, China

🔹New Port-to-Port Cooperation: Qingdao Port signed a cooperation agreement with a major port in India on August 27. The two ports will collaborate on container transhipment, information sharing, and port management. This cooperation is expected to increase Qingdao Port's container transhipment volume by 8 - 10% in the next year, promoting trade between China and South Asia.
🔹Last-Mile Delivery Optimization: Local logistics companies in Qingdao are collaborating to optimize last-mile delivery services. By sharing delivery resources and using advanced route-planning software, they aim to reduce delivery times by 20 - 30% in urban areas. The initiative, which started this week, has already shown positive results in some pilot areas.

Vietnam

🔹New Logistics Infrastructure Project: A large-scale logistics infrastructure project was launched in Ho Chi Minh City on August 24th. The project, which includes the construction of a new logistics park and an upgraded freight terminal, is expected to enhance Vietnam's logistics capabilities. The logistics park will cover an area of 200 hectares and is scheduled for completion in 2027. It aims to attract more international logistics companies and boost Vietnam's position in the global supply chain.
🔹Shipping Route Adjustments: Some shipping lines operating in Vietnam adjusted their routes due to changes in trade volumes. In response to decreased exports of certain agricultural products, they reallocated vessels to routes with higher demand, such as those to the Middle East for electronics and garment exports.

South Korea

🔹Hanjin Shipping's Fleet Expansion: Hanjin Shipping announced plans to expand its fleet by adding three new container vessels. The vessels, with a combined capacity of 18,000 TEUs, are expected to be delivered in the first half of 2026. This expansion is part of Hanjin's strategy to meet the growing demand for shipping services, especially on routes to North America and Europe.
🔹Incheon Port's Efficiency Improvements: Incheon Port implemented a new customs clearance system this week, which aims to reduce the average customs clearance time for imported goods by 30%. The system uses artificial intelligence and blockchain technology to streamline the document-processing and verification procedures, enhancing the port's competitiveness in the Northeast Asian region.

United States

🔹US Tariff Policy Impact on Logistics: With the approaching end of the $800 - dollar - value - based duty - free treatment for small packages from abroad (effective August 29th), international logistics to the US is in turmoil. As of August 24th, 17 countries' postal services, including those from Asia, Europe, and Oceania, have announced the suspension of sending packages to the US. This policy change will impact over 4 million small packages processed by US customs daily, with significant implications for global e-commerce, especially for platforms like Shein and Temu. The logistics cost for Chinese goods shipped to the US is expected to increase by 150 - 200% due to new tariffs.
🔹Port Congestion Mitigation Efforts: The Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach are working on additional measures to mitigate congestion. They are considering implementing a dynamic berthing fee system to encourage more efficient use of port facilities. This system would adjust berthing fees based on the time of day and the length of vessel stay, aiming to reduce waiting times for ships and improve overall port operations.

Bangladesh

🔹Chittagong Port Upgrades: Chittagong Port completed the upgrade of a major berth this week, increasing its capacity to handle larger vessels. The upgrade, which took three months, will allow the port to accommodate ships with a deadweight tonnage of up to 100,000 tons. This is expected to boost Bangladesh's exports, mainly textiles and agricultural products, by improving the efficiency of cargo loading and unloading.
🔹New Freight Train Service: Bangladesh Railway launched a new freight train service connecting Chittagong Port with a major industrial zone in the north. The service, which started on August 25th, will operate daily and transport a variety of goods, including raw materials for factories and finished products for export. It is expected to reduce transportation time by 25 - 30% compared to previous road-based transportation methods.

Myanmar

🔹Yangon Port Modernization: Yangon Port continued its modernization drive with the installation of new cargo-handling equipment. The new equipment, which includes high-capacity cranes and automated sorting systems, is expected to increase the port's handling capacity by 20 - 25% by the end of the year. The modernization project also aims to improve the port's safety and operational efficiency.
🔹Cargo Flight Expansion: Myanmar Airways International increased the frequency of its cargo flights to Singapore and Malaysia. Starting from August 26th, the airline will operate three additional flights per week to each destination. This expansion is in response to the growing demand for air-freighted goods, such as fresh produce, electronics components, and medical supplies, between Myanmar and its Southeast Asian neighbors.

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