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Hong Kong Airport Retains Top Cargo Hub Title

7/10/2025

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In 2024, Hong Kong International Airport soared to new heights, maintaining its title as the world's leading cargo hub with a remarkable 14.1% increase in volume. Shanghai climbed to second place, while Memphis slipped to third. This surge in air cargo, up 9.9% globally, was fueled by booming e-commerce and plummeting jet fuel prices.

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In 2024, Hong Kong International Airport soared to new heights, maintaining its title as the world's leading cargo hub with a remarkable 14.1% increase in volume. Shanghai climbed to second place, while Memphis slipped to third. This surge in air cargo, up 9.9% globally, was fueled by booming e-commerce and plummeting jet fuel prices.