Core Viewpoint - Xinjiang has significantly increased its international cargo transport capabilities in 2023, opening new air routes and enhancing logistics efficiency, thereby strengthening its role as a key hub in the Belt and Road Initiative [2][3][9]. Group 1: International Cargo Routes - Xinjiang has opened 8 new international cargo routes in the first half of the year, with total international cargo volume reaching 47,400 tons, a 7-fold increase year-on-year [2]. - The total number of international cargo routes has reached 36, covering 21 countries, with 2,574 international cargo flights operated in the first half of the year, marking a 6-fold increase compared to the previous year [3]. Group 2: Infrastructure and Efficiency Improvements - The new North Terminal at Urumqi Tianshan International Airport has doubled the airport's capacity, featuring a 500,000 square meter terminal and 177 parking spaces, significantly enhancing cargo handling capabilities [4]. - Investments of 467 million yuan have been made to upgrade infrastructure, including the establishment of new customs inspection areas and the addition of smart equipment, which has notably reduced customs clearance times for international cargo flights [4]. Group 3: Logistics Innovations - The "Yuexin Express" rail-air intermodal service has been launched, improving logistics efficiency by over 15% compared to road transport and reducing transit time by approximately two-thirds compared to full rail transport [5]. - The integration of information systems for customs, cargo insurance, and other logistics processes is being explored to streamline operations and enhance service efficiency [5]. Group 4: Trade Growth and Market Expansion - Trade volume between Xinjiang and countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative reached 237.59 billion yuan in the first half of the year, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 17.9% [9]. - Companies are increasingly establishing operations in Xinjiang to capitalize on the growing international cargo routes, with 21 international freight forwarding companies now operating in the region [8].

中国铁路乌鲁木齐局集团有限公司95306货运物流服务中心副主任刘洋告诉记者，这一运输方式在国内 段以铁路方式运输，通过"铁公机"接力出境，发挥了铁路运输在运量和成本方面的优势以及航空运输在 时效和覆盖面方面的优势，构建起"广州货、乌鲁木齐转、欧洲达"的跨境立体物流网络，跑出了国际货 物运输"加速度"，可使货物运输效率提升15%以上。 今年以来，我国快递市场活跃，加快促进产业升级、拉动生产消费，为畅通经济循环作出了重要贡 献。"五一"假期期间，记者走访看到，各地全力"备战"，保障快递物流畅通无阻。 "五一"假期首日，海南五八到家货运服务有限公司（快狗打车）陕西分公司货车司机任效峰早上6点多 便起床，驾驶着自己的中型面包车，开启线上"接单模式"，他这次的目标是冲击公司"五一单王"。 "'五一'是劳动者的节日，也是货物运输高峰。为满足货运需求，提升服务质量，我们平台在西安面向 司机群体开展庆'五一'劳动竞赛活动。"快狗打车陕西分公司工会主席曹艳妮说。 "对5天假期完单量在前40名的专职司机，给予'敬业奖'鼓励，发放200元充电卡。""根据单量、服务质量 等综合考核，评选劳动竞赛一等奖5名，奖励价值500元充电卡并返 ...

4月21日上午，全国首趟铁空联运跨境班列完成4500公里的铁路段"旅程"，抵达乌鲁木齐三坪站，开启 前往欧洲的航程。这趟班列的顺利开行，开辟了铁空联运跨境物流大通道，为保障国际供应链产业链稳 定畅通注入新动能。 此前，华南地区跨境电商货物商品由汽车运输至乌鲁木齐集结，转航运飞往欧洲。公路里程超过4400公 里，容易受到大风、雨雪等极端天气影响。通过铁路运输，在保证运输时效、降低物流成本的同时，还 可以为客户提供全流程的服务。 "新疆机场集团运营着通达欧洲、中亚的31条全货机航线。此次通过整合广州至乌鲁木齐铁路干线与通 达欧洲的航空走廊，构建起'铁路+航空'无缝衔接的跨境物流体系，让华南地区跨境电商货物体验'时速 更加稳定，承载能力更佳'的运输新模式。"新疆机场(集团)天翼国际物流有限责任公司副总经理朱丽吐 孜.阿扎提拜克说。 "我们发挥乌鲁木齐市空港与陆港的发展优势，整合铁路与航空的运输资源，以华南地区物流枢纽为节 点，构建起'广州货、乌鲁木齐转、欧洲达'的'铁路+航空'跨境立体物流网络，大幅提升产业链供应链韧 性，运输时效提升15%以上，预计每年节省物流经济成本超千万元。"中国铁路乌鲁木齐局集团有限公 司9 ...