Core Insights - Ezhou Huahu International Airport has become China's first approved professional cargo hub airport, with significant growth in international cargo throughput and flight operations [1][4] - The airport's international cargo volume is projected to reach 220,000 tons in the first half of 2025, a 252% increase compared to the same period in 2024 [1] - The airport has established a comprehensive international cargo route network, with 103 total routes, including 45 international routes, connecting to 15 Asian countries, 10 European countries, 4 American countries, and 1 African country [2][3] Cargo Operations - The newly launched "Ezhou-Mumbai" route is the fifth direct cargo route to India, enhancing the airport's connectivity and expected to provide nearly 5,000 tons of annual air cargo capacity [2] - In the first half of 2025, the airport's international cargo flight frequency increased by 4.3 times, with an average of 3 additional flights per new route [3] - The airport's cargo operations have positioned it as the fourth busiest airport in China for cargo flights, with 90% of the total cargo volume for 2024 achieved in just the first half of 2025 [4] Strategic Importance - Ezhou Huahu International Airport is a key component of China's "14th Five-Year Plan" and aims to become a free trade air port, facilitating Hubei's economic development [4] - The airport's strategic location allows it to cover 90% of China's major economic areas within a 1.5-hour flight [4] - The airport's efficient customs processes, including a 15-minute clearance time for cargo flights, enhance its operational efficiency [4] Industry Impact - The airport's rapid growth has attracted logistics giants like SF Express and DHL to increase their flight operations [3] - The establishment of the Ezhou Cross-Border E-Commerce Industrial Park has drawn 46 companies, leveraging the airport's logistics advantages to create a cross-border trade ecosystem [6] - The airport supports the fast delivery of perishable goods, exemplified by the quick transport of Norwegian salmon and Thai durians to Chinese consumers [5]