Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-11-06 07:03Core Insights - China Eastern Airlines (CEA) signed 19 procurement agreements worth $1.211 billion with 15 suppliers from 9 countries at the 8th China International Import Expo, marking a 23.3% increase in one-year booth transaction value to $330 million compared to the previous year [1][2] Group 1: Procurement Focus - CEA focused on high-tech products for its aviation business, covering six categories including aircraft engines, APU maintenance, in-flight meals, aviation materials, aviation fuel, and automotive chassis, with suppliers from the US, Germany, France, Switzerland, Sweden, Japan, Singapore, UAE, and Hong Kong [2] - A significant agreement was made with CFM International for the procurement of LEAP-1A engines worth $615 million, which are designed to be lighter and more fuel-efficient, reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions by 15%-20% compared to previous models [2][3] - CEA's total one-year booth transaction amount exceeded $330 million, a notable increase from $270 million in the previous expo, setting a new record [2] Group 2: International Cooperation and Market Expansion - CEA is expanding its international route network, having opened 23 new medium to long-haul international routes since 2024, including a new route from Shanghai to Buenos Aires, which will be the longest global route [4] - The airline is enhancing its overseas catering services by partnering with suppliers from Belt and Road Initiative countries, signing agreements for in-flight meals with DNATA from UAE and SATS from Singapore, with one-third of procurement products sourced from these regions [4] Group 3: Engagement and Logistics Support - CEA has actively invited global enterprises to participate in the expo, showcasing its role as a facilitator for connecting high-quality global resources with the Chinese market [5] - The newly established procurement corridor at the expo highlights CEA's collaborative achievements and innovative cases, emphasizing its ongoing commitment to the event since its inception [6][7] - CEA has provided efficient logistics services for the expo, having handled over 26,200 kilograms of goods since the first event, ensuring smooth customs clearance and delivery for exhibitors [7]