Investment Rating - The report recommends "Buy" for the logistics sector, specifically highlighting SF Holding in the express delivery segment and Hecun Co., Ltd. in the smart logistics space [2][3]. Core Insights - The express delivery sector saw a 15% year-on-year increase in business volume in July, but the average revenue per ticket decreased by 5.3%. The report anticipates a potential increase in ticket prices due to seasonal demand and price adjustments in production areas [2]. - The logistics sector is experiencing a stabilization in hazardous chemical water transport prices, with a recommendation for Hecun Co., Ltd. as it focuses on smart logistics and benefits from improving demand [3]. - The aviation sector is responding to regulatory changes aimed at curbing unhealthy competition, with a noted increase in flight operations and a recommendation for major airlines like Air China and China Southern Airlines due to expected profit elasticity from supply-demand optimization [4]. Summary by Sections Transportation Market Review - The transportation index decreased by 0.5% from August 9 to August 15, while the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 index increased by 2.4%, indicating underperformance in the transportation sector [12]. Industry Fundamentals Tracking Shipping and Ports - The report indicates that the shipping sector is under pressure, with the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) at 1193.34 points, down 0.6% week-on-week and down 40.9% year-on-year. The Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) is at 1460.19 points, down 2.0% week-on-week and down 52.9% year-on-year [20]. - Domestic shipping is showing a slight improvement, with the Domestic Container Freight Index (PDCI) at 1068 points, up 1.7% week-on-week and up 7.9% year-on-year [28]. Aviation and Airports - The report notes a slight increase in domestic flight operations, with an average of 17,225 flights per day, up 2.76% year-on-year. The report also highlights the release of a self-regulatory charter by the China Air Transport Association to combat unhealthy competition [4][49]. - The domestic air passenger volume in June 2025 was 54.01 million, a 3% increase year-on-year, while international passenger volume increased by 17% [52]. Rail and Road - The report indicates a stable upward trend in road transport, with a 2.44% year-on-year increase in truck traffic on highways. The railway sector also shows positive signs, with a 5.4% year-on-year increase in freight volume for the Daqin Railway in July [73][78].

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the joint venture company for the Nantong New Airport indicates a strategic move to enhance Shanghai's international aviation hub status, with significant involvement from Shanghai Airport Group and local government [4][6]. Group 1: Company Formation and Structure - The newly formed Nantong New Airport Construction Investment Co., Ltd. is primarily engaged in civil airport operations and construction, with Shanghai Airport Group holding a 51% stake and Nantong Urban Construction Group holding 49% [3][4]. - The joint venture's establishment highlights Shanghai Airport's leading role in the development of the Nantong New Airport, often referred to as "Shanghai's third airport" [4][6]. Group 2: Airport Development and Planning - The Nantong New Airport is planned to have two long-distance runways and a terminal capable of handling 40 million passengers annually, with future expansion potential to accommodate 80 million passengers [9]. - The airport's location is approximately 100 kilometers from both Shanghai Hongqiao and Pudong airports, necessitating effective transportation network planning to integrate the three airports [6][9]. Group 3: Strategic Importance and Market Potential - Major airlines, including Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and China Southern Airlines, are proactively planning operations at the Nantong New Airport, recognizing its potential for local passenger traffic and spillover from Shanghai [9]. - The Long Triangle region already has seven major airports, and the development of Nantong New Airport is part of a broader strategy to optimize airport operations and enhance regional aviation competitiveness [10]. Group 4: Regional Collaboration and Integration - The establishment of the Nantong New Airport aligns with the Yangtze River Delta regional integration plan, which aims to create a coordinated airport system to avoid redundancy and improve efficiency [10]. - The East Airport Group's acquisition of several regional airports indicates ongoing efforts to streamline airport management and enhance service capabilities across the region [10].

Group 1 - The 2025 (19th) China Brand Festival was held in Shenzhen from August 7 to 11, focusing on "AI and Going Global" [1] - China Southern Airlines (CSA) won multiple honors at the festival, including the "Top Brand 2025 China Brand Festival Huapu Award" [1] - The Huapu Award represents the highest honor for China's independent brands, with 25 brands selected from 40 nominees based on online voting [1] Group 2 - CSA was also included in the "Top Brand 2025 World Brand 500," alongside notable companies like Microsoft, Nvidia, Tencent, and Huawei [1] - The "Top Brand 2025 World Brand 500" list, first published in 2022, evaluates brands based on a mature brand value assessment model, covering nearly 40,000 global brands [1] - CSA Media was recognized in the "Top Brand 2025 China Innovation Brand 500," which assesses innovation capabilities of over 15,000 outstanding brands in China [1] Group 3 - The "Top Brand 2025 China Brand Festival Jinpu Award" was awarded to the "Southern Airlines" magazine, which evaluates brands based on industry position, purchasing power, consumer influence, and social responsibility [2] - The 40th anniversary forum of "Southern Airlines" magazine was held during the festival, discussing the role of aviation media in brand communication and the application of AI technology in global brand dissemination [2][4]

Core Insights - China Southern Airlines (600029) reported a 6.66% year-on-year increase in passenger capacity input (measured in available seat kilometers) for July 2025, with domestic, regional, and international segments increasing by 5.69%, 1.01%, and 9.97% respectively [1] - The passenger turnover (measured in revenue passenger kilometers) rose by 7.29% year-on-year, with domestic, regional, and international segments increasing by 6.54%, 2.97%, and 9.85% respectively [1] - The passenger load factor reached 84.38%, an increase of 0.50 percentage points year-on-year, with domestic and regional segments rising by 0.67 and 1.56 percentage points, while international load factor decreased by 0.09 percentage points [1] - In cargo operations, the cargo capacity input (measured in available ton kilometers) increased by 0.22% year-on-year, and the cargo turnover (measured in revenue ton kilometers) rose by 3.60% [1] - The cargo load factor was 50.89%, up by 1.66 percentage points year-on-year [1] - The company introduced 8 new aircraft in July 2025, including 2 A321NEO, 3 A320NEO, 2 B737-8, and 1 B787-9, while retiring 1 B737-700 aircraft, bringing the total operational fleet to 950 aircraft by the end of July 2025 [1]

Core Viewpoint - China Southern Airlines (600029.SH) reported an increase in passenger capacity and turnover for July 2025, indicating growth in both domestic and international markets [1] Passenger Operations - The group's passenger capacity (measured in available seat kilometers) increased by 6.66% year-on-year, with domestic, regional, and international segments rising by 5.69%, 1.01%, and 9.97% respectively [1] - Passenger turnover (measured in revenue passenger kilometers) rose by 7.29% year-on-year, with domestic, regional, and international segments increasing by 6.54%, 2.97%, and 9.85% respectively [1] - The passenger load factor was 84.38%, up by 0.50 percentage points year-on-year, with domestic and regional segments increasing by 0.67 and 1.56 percentage points, while international load factor decreased by 0.09 percentage points [1] Cargo Operations - In July 2025, cargo capacity (measured in available ton kilometers) increased by 0.22% year-on-year [1] - Cargo turnover (measured in revenue ton kilometers) rose by 3.60% year-on-year [1] - The cargo load factor was 50.89%, up by 1.66 percentage points year-on-year [1]

格隆汇8月15日丨中国南方航空股份(01055.HK)宣布，董事会谨定于2025年8月28日（星期四）举行董事 会会议，藉以考虑及通过（其中包括）本公司截至2025年6月30日止六个月的中期业绩及派发中期股息 （如有）。 ...

Core Viewpoint - China Southern Airlines reported a year-on-year increase in passenger capacity and turnover for July 2025, indicating growth in both domestic and international markets [1] Passenger Operations - Passenger capacity (measured in available seat kilometers) increased by 6.66% year-on-year, with domestic, regional, and international segments rising by 5.69%, 1.01%, and 9.97% respectively [1] - Passenger turnover (measured in revenue passenger kilometers) rose by 7.29% year-on-year, with domestic, regional, and international segments increasing by 6.54%, 2.97%, and 9.85% respectively [1] - The passenger load factor was 84.38%, up by 0.50 percentage points year-on-year, with domestic and regional segments increasing by 0.67 and 1.56 percentage points, while international load factor decreased by 0.09 percentage points [1] Cargo Operations - Cargo capacity (measured in available ton kilometers) increased by 0.22% year-on-year [1] - Cargo turnover (measured in revenue ton kilometers) rose by 3.60% year-on-year [1] - The cargo load factor was 50.89%, up by 1.66 percentage points year-on-year [1] Fleet Update - In July 2025, the company introduced 8 new aircraft, including 2 A321NEO, 3 A320NEO, 2 B737-8, and 1 B787-9, while retiring 1 B737-700 [1] - As of the end of July 2025, the total operational fleet consisted of 950 aircraft [1]

Core Viewpoint - China Southern Airlines reported an increase in passenger capacity and turnover for July 2025, indicating growth in both domestic and international markets [1] Passenger Operations - The group's passenger capacity (measured in available seat kilometers) increased by 6.66% year-on-year, with domestic, regional, and international segments rising by 5.69%, 1.01%, and 9.97% respectively [1] - Passenger turnover (measured in revenue passenger kilometers) rose by 7.29% year-on-year, with domestic, regional, and international segments increasing by 6.54%, 2.97%, and 9.85% respectively [1] - The passenger load factor was 84.38%, up by 0.50 percentage points year-on-year, with domestic and regional segments increasing by 0.67 and 1.56 percentage points, while international load factor decreased by 0.09 percentage points [1] Cargo Operations - Cargo capacity (measured in available ton kilometers) increased by 0.22% year-on-year for July 2025 [1] - Cargo turnover (measured in revenue ton kilometers) rose by 3.60% year-on-year [1] - The cargo load factor was 50.89%, up by 1.66 percentage points year-on-year [1] New Routes and Fleet Expansion - In July 2025, the group introduced a new major route: Changchun-Xining-Changchun, operating three flights per week [1] - The group added 8 aircraft, including 2 A321NEO, 3 A320NEO, 2 B737-8, and 1 B787-9, while retiring 1 B737-700 aircraft [1] - As of the end of July 2025, the group operated a total of 950 aircraft [1]

格隆汇8月15日丨中国南方航空股份(01055.HK)宣布，董事会谨定于2025年8月28日（星期四）举行董事 会会议，藉以考虑及通过（其中包括）本公司截至2025年6月30日止六个月的中期业绩及派发中期股息 （如有）。 ...

中國南方航空股份有限公司（「本公司」）董事會（「董事會」）茲通告謹定於2025年8月 28日（星期四）舉行董事會會議，藉以考慮及通過（其中包括）本公司截至2025年6月30日 止六個月的中期業績及派發中期股息（如有）。 承董事會命 中國南方航空股份有限公司 聯席公司秘書 陳威華及劉巍 中華人民共和國，廣州 2025年8月15日 於本公告日期，董事包括執行董事馬須倫及韓文勝 ; 及獨立非執行董事何超瓊、郭為、張俊 生及祝海平。 香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責，對其準 確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本公告全部或任何部份內容而產 生或因倚賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 （在中華人民共和國註冊成立的股份有限公司） （股份代號：1055） 董事會召開日期 1 ...