Xinjiang just leveled up its global trade game! 🚀 The region’s first direct air cargo route to the Baltic Sea area launched this week, connecting northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region to Tallinn, Estonia. A Boeing 767 freighter carried 51 tons of e-commerce goodies—think trendy clothes and daily essentials—in an 11-hour flight that’s set to revolutionize logistics.
Why It Matters
This weekly route isn’t just faster—it’s smarter. With 30% more cargo space than conventional planes, it slashes costs for Chinese sellers and delivers faster to Nordic shoppers. 💡 Feng Liang, a supply chain exec, says it’s a win-win: 'Consumers get their orders quicker, and businesses tap into new markets.'
Bigger Picture
Xinjiang’s capital, Urumqi, now has 20 international cargo routes, including 12 across Europe. From January to April 2025, cargo flights at Urumqi Airport skyrocketed by 1,157% year-on-year, moving 26,000 tons of goods. 📈 Customs official Zhao Beijing called it a 'game-changer' for cross-border e-commerce under the Belt and Road Initiative, boosting exports of textiles and electronics.
