How to capture more e-commerce volumes
Jack So (second from right), chairman of the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), visited Cainiao Smart Gateway and the retail and entertainment landmark 11 Skies to receive updates on the latest development of the two strategic facilities at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). He was accompanied by Cissy Chan, executive director, Commercial of AAHK.
Cainiao Smart Gateway, developed by a joint venture led by Cainiao Network, a subsidiary of Alibaba Group, commenced operation in September 2023.
The facility is a key part of HKIA’s strategy to enhance its position as the e-commerce hub of the region. Equipped with a variety of automated equipment to enhance logistics efficiency, Cainiao Smart Gateway is expected to add 1.7 million t of cargo volume to HKIA each year. (ah)