DB Schenker officially launched its Ezhou-Frankfurt regular cargo route on January 7, 2025, with the route taking off from Ezhou Huahu International Airport on a 777 freighter.
The regular cargo route will be operated by Etihad Cargo, departing from Ezhou every Tuesday, with a stopover in Abu Dhabi before arriving in Frankfurt the following day. DB Schenker said the route will provide stable freight capacity to support Sino-European trade.
“Etihad Cargo works closely with DB Schenker to address its capacity needs, ensuring the seamless operation of the Ezhou-Frankfurt route,” said Etihad Cargo vice president cargo Stanislas Brun. “By leveraging Ezhou Huahu International Airport’s strategic location and Etihad Cargo’s extensive network and operational expertise, we provide the reliability and flexibility required for successful global logistics.”
“The launch of the Ezhou-Frankfurt route is a significant measure for DB Schenker to deepen its layout in the Chinese market," said senior vice president and head of air freight of DB Schenker Greater China Ramon He. "Ezhou Huahu International Airport not only boasts advanced infrastructure and efficient operational systems but also serves as strategic node advantages in connecting international industrial and supply chains.”
The Ezhou Huahu International Airport aims to develop into an organisational platform for international and domestic trade connectivity by 2025.