海南自贸港国际中转“换单”首单业务落地 美兰机场枢纽服务能力再升级

Core Viewpoint - The successful trial of the first international transshipment "change bill" business at Haikou Meilan International Airport marks a significant breakthrough in the international air cargo transshipment model for Hainan Free Trade Port, providing essential support for the upcoming full island closure operations [1][4]. Group 1: International Transshipment "Change Bill" Business - The international transshipment "change bill" is a mode of "air-to-air transshipment," allowing international goods to be unloaded at an intermediate point and then continue to a third destination through bill changes, enhancing flexibility and reducing transportation costs [3]. - This model breaks the traditional "one bill to the end" transport mode, enabling freight forwarding companies to optimize flight combinations and achieve seamless connections between different airlines [3]. Group 2: Supportive Measures and Developments - In February, the General Administration of Customs, the National Immigration Administration, and the Civil Aviation Administration of China jointly issued measures to promote the facilitation of customs clearance at air ports, supporting the development of international cargo transshipment [4]. - Haikou Meilan Airport has established a dedicated team to ensure smooth operations throughout the transshipment process, achieving "zero delay" in cargo transfer [4]. Group 3: Performance Metrics - As of December 9, 2023, Haikou Meilan Airport has handled a total transshipment volume of 8,191 tons this year, representing a 99.5% increase compared to 2024, with international transshipment volume reaching 7,500 tons, up 86.7% year-on-year [4]. Group 4: Future Plans - Haikou Meilan Airport plans to continue expanding and innovating its "air-to-air transshipment" business, optimizing its route network to provide more options and convenience for cargo transshipment [5]. - The airport aims to enhance service quality and provide comprehensive air cargo solutions for cross-border e-commerce and logistics enterprises, supporting the high-quality development of Hainan's aviation logistics industry and export-oriented economy [5].