DB Schenker now offers Ezhou-Frankfurt connection

On the occasion of the inaugural Ezhou-Frankfurt flight on 07JAN25. Image: DB Schenker

DB Schenker began the new year with a new air cargo route. On 07JAN25, an inaugural Boeing 777F flight, operated by Etihad Cargo, set off from Ezhou, China, destined for to Frankfurt, Germany. It kicked off the start of scheduled weekly operations that will run every Tuesday, linking China with Germany and including a stopover in Abu Dhabi. The route will cater to a varied selection of commodities including e-commerce, high-tech, electronics, industrial goods, consumer and retail products, and automotive parts. DB Schenker estimates annual cargo volumes of 5,200 tons.
Ezhou Huahu International Airport, which opened in July 2022, has shown impressive growth and now offers 30 international and 53 domestic cargo routes. In 2024, it ranked fifth in cargo throughput nationwide, processing over 1.2 million tons.
DB Schenker chose Ezhou for its strategic location, as it is just 75 kilometers away from Wuhan and within a 1.5-hour flight radius of five major national urban agglomerations. The airport’s proximity to key transportation networks and emerging industry clusters aligns with DB Schenker’s goal of expanding integrated logistics services in the region.
Shengze Wang, Member of Party Leadership Group of Ezhou Municipal People’s Government, remarked: “DB Schenker’s decision to establish operations at Ezhou Huahu International Airport represents a strong endorsement of Ezhou’s business environment and development prospects. We will continue to optimize the business environment and fully support the development of international logistics enterprises such as DB Schenker in Ezhou. Together, we aim to transform Ezhou Huahu International Airport into an aviation cargo hub with global influence.”
Ramon He, Senior Vice President and Head of Air Freight of DB Schenker Greater China, said: “The launch of the Ezhou-Frankfurt route is a significant measure for DB Schenker to deepen its layout in the Chinese market. [It] not only boasts advanced infrastructure and efficient operational systems but also serves as strategic node advantages in connecting international industrial and supply chains. We are optimistic about its development potential and have chosen it as our key air freight hub in Central China, enabling us to provide more efficient and reliable professional logistics and transportation solutions to our customers.” Stanislas Brun, Vice President Cargo at Etihad Cargo, commented: “Etihad Cargo works closely with DB Schenker to address its capacity needs, ensuring the seamless operation of the Ezhou-Frankfurt route. […] This partnership enables businesses to optimize supply chains, connecting key markets in Central China and Europe with efficiency and ease.”

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