Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-11-06 07:09Core Insights - China Eastern Airlines (CEA) signed 19 procurement agreements worth a total of $1.211 billion with 15 suppliers from 9 countries and regions during the 8th China International Import Expo, marking a significant increase in one-year booth transaction value to $330 million, up 23.3% from the previous year, achieving the highest level in the history of the expo [1][3]. Group 1: Procurement Agreements - CEA focused on high-tech products related to its core aviation business, signing a $615 million procurement agreement for LEAP-1A engines with CFM International, which are designed to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions by 15%-20% compared to previous models [3][4]. - The total one-year booth transaction amount exceeded $330 million, a notable increase from $270 million in the previous expo, setting a new record [3][4]. Group 2: International Cooperation - 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 [6]. - CEA has strengthened its partnerships with suppliers from Belt and Road Initiative countries, with one-third of procurement products sourced from these regions, totaling $160 million [6]. Group 3: Logistics and Services - CEA has provided efficient logistics services for global exhibitors, having handled over 26,200 kilograms of goods since the first expo, and will continue to offer "door-to-door" logistics solutions for this year's event [9]. - The company has established a volunteer service team to enhance the experience for exhibitors and attendees, providing multi-language services for better support [9].