Core Insights - Shenzhen Airport has officially launched its 60th international passenger route, restoring operations to pre-2019 peak levels [1] - The new route from Shenzhen to Tawau is operated by Zhejiang Long Airlines using an Airbus A320, with a high passenger load factor of 90.6% on its inaugural flight [1] - The launch of this route is closely linked to the implementation of the mutual visa exemption policy between China and Malaysia, which took effect in July [1] - The new route aims to enhance business trade, cross-border family visits, tourism, and educational exchanges between the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area and Malaysia [1] Route Expansion - Shenzhen Airport has been actively expanding its international route network, collaborating with various airlines to add and enhance 27 international routes, including destinations like Mexico City, Male, Tokyo, and Dubai [3] - As of now, the airport's international routes cover 60 cities across five continents, with new routes to Melbourne, Australia, set to launch soon [3] Infrastructure Development - Shenzhen Airport has recently put its third runway into operation, becoming the 13th airport in China to have three or more runways [3] - The new runway has already facilitated over 200 flight takeoffs and landings within its first week, helping to alleviate peak operational pressure [3] - From January to November this year, the airport has seen over 5.7 million international and regional passengers, marking a 23% year-on-year increase [3] - Future capacity and operational efficiency improvements are expected as the third runway's capacity is further utilized, supporting the growth of regional air passenger and cargo transport [3]
继“三跑”后,深圳机场国际客运恢复至历史峰值