武汉：打造国家商贸物流中心 重塑“货到汉口活”新时代荣光

Core Viewpoint - The successful hosting of the 2025 Wuhan (Hankou North) Commodity Fair highlights Wuhan's ambition to become a new highland for inland openness, attracting global attention and showcasing its commercial vitality [1] Group 1: Transportation Empowerment - Wuhan is transforming its geographical advantages into a modern multi-dimensional transportation system, aiming to establish itself as an international comprehensive transportation hub [3] - Tianhe Airport's passenger throughput has increased from 15.7 million in 2013 to over 30 million in 2024, with the introduction of a third runway and an expansion of international routes to 70 [3] - The approval of the Central European Railway's collection center in Wuhan is a milestone, with over 1,000 trains operating in 2024, connecting to 40 countries and 120 cities across Eurasia [4] Group 2: Logistics Upgrade - The logistics sector in Wuhan is undergoing a smart transformation, with remote control systems at Yangluo Port increasing container handling efficiency from 20 to 40 containers per hour [6] - The logistics industry has saved over 5 billion yuan annually through smart upgrades, reflecting the new meaning of "goods arrive at Hankou" in the modern logistics system [6][7] - The value added by Wuhan's logistics industry surpassed 193.3 billion yuan in 2024, contributing 9.5% to the GDP, with over 16,000 logistics companies operating in the city [7] Group 3: Consumption Transformation - Wuhan's retail sales reached 629.97 billion yuan in the first three quarters of the year, with a year-on-year growth of 5.5%, ranking third among 19 sub-provincial cities [9] - The city has seen the opening of over 750 large commercial outlets, with a significant influx of new brands, including 289 new first stores and 26 recognized "Wuhan old brands" [9][10] - Innovative consumption scenarios, such as seasonal events and cultural activities, have significantly boosted consumer engagement and spending [10]