Freight Ship Starts New Air Link Between China and Europe
My Freighter, the Uzbekistan-based cargo airline, has recently launched a new international route connecting Shanghai (China) and Amsterdam (Netherlands) via Tashkent, its main hub. The twice-weekly service uses Boeing 767-300F freighters and has a total transit time of approximately 17 hours[1][2][3][5].
The new route marks a significant milestone for My Freighter as it transitions from charter-only operations to scheduled services. This move leverages Uzbekistan’s geographic location and rising demand for streamlined Asia-Europe cargo flows[2][3].
Strategic Hub Role
Tashkent is positioned as a transit hub, offering an alternative to congested cargo points like Dubai and Istanbul, facilitating regional cargo flows between Asia and Europe[2][3].
Market Demand and Cargo Types
The route targets shipments of automotive parts, high-tech equipment, semiconductors, e-commerce goods, and express parcels. It is designed to address rising airfreight demand amid shifting trade patterns, with China-to-Europe exports forecasted by the WTO to grow by 6% in 2025[2][3].
Expansion Plans
My Freighter aims to increase flight frequency on this route from twice weekly to daily by the end of 2025[1]. Additionally, the airline plans to expand its network by adding new routes, such as Hong Kong and Seoul to Europe (e.g., Frankfurt)[1].
Their broader strategy includes positioning Uzbekistan as a major logistics hub, supported by plans to grow the fleet to over 30 aircraft by 2027, including adding Boeing 747 freighters to complement the current leased Boeing 767-300 and 757-200 freighters[1][2].
Partnerships
The route launch was realized through cooperation with cargo sales agent Air Cargo APAC and European development led by Air Cargo Green Capabilities (ACGC), emphasizing collaborative efforts across markets[1][5].
My Freighter currently leases eight Boeing 767-300 freighters, with several of these leased from U.S.-based Air Transport Services Group[4]. The airline also leases one Boeing 757-200 freighter, but the current status or operation schedule of the leased Boeing 757-200 freighter is not specified in the article[4].
The new service is expected to be used by companies shipping auto parts, high-tech equipment, semiconductors, e-commerce, and express packages[1]. The flights are expected to be used by companies shipping goods to, from, and through Tashkent to, and from, other countries in the region that were once republics of the Soviet Union.
The Uzbekistan-based startup airline, My Freighter, was established in 2023[6]. This new route is the first time My Freighter has engaged in scheduled cargo operations.
References
[1] My Freighter Press Release, 2023. [2] Air Cargo News, 2023. [3] CargoForwarder Global, 2023. [4] Air Transport Services Group, 2023. [5] Air Cargo APAC, 2023. [6] My Freighter Corporate Profile, 2023.
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