Luzhou has been identified as the only port-type national logistics hub city in Sichuan Province, with significant potential for container throughput. Luzhou Port will enhance cooperation with southern ports to promote iron-water intermodal transport and multimodal transport development, driving the upgrade of the regional logistics economy.
Nauru Island's port, located in the South Pacific, is renowned for its exceptional services and unrestricted draft. It offers compulsory pilotage, deep-water buoy facilities, and efficient loading capabilities, making it an ideal choice for global shipping.
The Port of Long Beach, located in California, is the second busiest container port in the United States and a major hub for international trade. Spanning 3,200 acres and operating 24 hours a day, it features advanced loading and unloading facilities that efficiently handle a variety of cargo. With the highest average monthly throughput in the country, the port's strategic location and strong cargo processing capabilities support vibrant trade with international markets.
Wilmington Port is an important logistics hub on the East Coast of the United States, handling 3 million tons of cargo and 133,700 TEUs, with the advantage of deep-water access.
The State Post Bureau, in collaboration with eight departments, has released guidelines aiming to establish approximately 30 express delivery hubs by 2027 and 80 by 2035. The goal is to create an efficient, safe, and green express delivery network, promote modernized services, and facilitate coordinated trade and economic development.
Recently, the National Development and Reform Commission announced a new batch of national logistics hubs, with Wuhan standing out as one of the four chosen. This marks a new phase in the construction of logistics hubs in China, with a total of 151 hubs being distributed more evenly across the country. The selection of strong hub cities now places greater emphasis on geographical conditions and spatial layout, fostering local economic development. For example, the logistics hub in Nantong has had a positive impact on the local industry.
Since mid-month, Chengdu airport's cargo station has implemented an outsourcing model for international palletizing services, allowing qualified freight forwarders to perform palletizing operations directly. This change responds to the rapid growth in air logistics demands and aims to enhance service efficiency and safety. Additionally, the cargo station has increased security measures and provided comprehensive support to ensure smooth palletizing operations. This initiative represents a significant innovation in Chengdu's air logistics sector.
Ningbo Lishe Airport recently collaborated with airports in Shanghai and Hangzhou to launch international trucking flights, enhancing cargo capacity and expanding into global markets. This innovative model efficiently connects regions without established air hubs, alleviating logistics bottlenecks and boosting Ningbo's international competitiveness.
Nauru's Aiwo Port has become a significant deep water port in the South Pacific region, thanks to its unrestricted draft, compulsory pilotage, and comprehensive service facilities. The port boasts high logistics efficiency and excellent unloading capacity, particularly excelling in the transportation of hydrochloric acid and phosphates, making it a focal point for maritime operators.
Zhengzhou Airport plans to add a dedicated freight runway and actively promote testing of short-distance drone logistics to strengthen its position as an international logistics center and drive high-quality local economic development. Despite some achievements, the Zhengzhou Airport Economic Zone faces challenges such as a weak industrial structure and insufficient innovation capacity, necessitating the establishment of a modern industrial system. In the future, the integration of air transport with road and high-speed rail will optimize resource allocation and enhance logistics efficiency.
