Uzbekistan-Based Startup My Freighter Launches Shanghai-Amsterdam Cargo Route Amid Rising US-China Tariffs

My Freighter, a Uzbekistan-based cargo airline, has launched a new international route between Shanghai, China, and Amsterdam to meet demand from Chinese companies shifting attention to Europe due to rising tariffs in the US. The airline operates a Boeing 767-300 cargo jet two times per week with a stopover in Tashkent, offering an alternative to busy transshipment airports. The flights are expected to be used by companies shipping auto parts, high-tech equipment, semiconductors, e-commerce, and express packages.

Uzbekistan-based cargo airline My Freighter has announced the commencement of scheduled cargo operations on a new international route connecting Shanghai, China, and Amsterdam, Netherlands. The route operates two times per week using a Boeing 767-300F, with a total transit time of 17 hours, including a stopover in Tashkent, Uzbekistan [1].

The new route aims to meet the growing demand for airfreight services between China and Europe, particularly from Chinese companies shifting their focus to Europe due to rising tariffs in the United States [2]. The route offers an alternative to busy transshipment airports like Dubai and Istanbul, providing a more efficient and reliable logistics link.

The priority cargo categories on this route include automotive parts, high-tech equipment, semiconductors, e-commerce shipments, and express cargo. According to the World Trade Organization (WTO), China's exports to Europe are expected to grow by 6% in 2025, driven by the redirection of trade flows from the U.S. market [1].

The launch of this route is a significant milestone for My Freighter, marking its entry into scheduled cargo operations. The airline's partnership with cargo sales agent Air Cargo APAC has been instrumental in making this expansion possible [1]. The event to celebrate the launch in Shanghai brought together leading partners and agents from across China, featuring an official route presentation and discussions on future cooperation.

This new route is part of My Freighter's strategy to develop Tashkent into an international logistics hub. The Uzbek capital offers fast and efficient ground handling, the option to deliver cargo to Amsterdam and other CIS countries, and favorable conditions for handling urgent, oversized, and dangerous goods, including lithium batteries and electronic components [1].

References:
[1] https://aircargoweek.com/my-freighter-and-air-cargo-apac-start-scheduled-cargo-operations-from-shanghai-to-amsterdam/
[2] https://www.aircargonews.net/freighter-operators/my-freighter-starts-scheduled-operations-with-asia-europe-route/1080508.article