新疆航空口岸上半年国际货运量同比增长7倍—— 货机穿梭，“空中丝路”更繁忙（经济新方位）

Core Insights - Xinjiang has opened multiple international freight routes this year, leading to a significant increase in international freight volume, which reached 47,400 tons in the first half of the year, a sevenfold increase year-on-year [1][7] - The region has established 36 international freight routes covering 21 countries, with a notable increase in the number of international cargo flights, which totaled 2,574 in the first half of the year, a sixfold increase compared to the same period last year [2][6] Group 1: International Freight Routes - Xinjiang has opened 8 new international freight routes in the first half of the year, contributing to a total of 36 routes now operational [2] - The newly established routes include direct flights to major cities such as Paris and Madrid, enhancing Xinjiang's position as a key international freight hub [2] - The region's strategic location allows for reduced flight times and lower costs for international shipping, making it an attractive option for airlines [3] Group 2: Infrastructure and Efficiency Improvements - The new terminal at Urumqi Tianshan International Airport has doubled the airport's capacity, with a 500,000 square meter terminal and 177 parking spaces, significantly improving cargo handling capabilities [3] - Investments of 467 million yuan have been made to upgrade infrastructure, including the addition of intelligent equipment and customs inspection facilities, which have reduced customs clearance times [3][5] - The "Yuexin Express" rail-air intermodal service has been launched, improving logistics efficiency by over 15% compared to road transport and significantly reducing transit times for cross-border e-commerce goods [4] Group 3: Trade Growth and Market Opportunities - Trade volume between Xinjiang and countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative reached 237.59 billion yuan in the first half of the year, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 17.9% [7] - Companies are increasingly establishing operations in Xinjiang to capitalize on the growing international trade opportunities, with new fixed cargo routes being added to meet demand [6] - The establishment of 21 international freight forwarding companies in Xinjiang has created a new industrial cluster, enhancing the region's logistics capabilities [6]