U-Freight has become the first logistics company to sign a strategic cooperation agreement with Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, giving a guarantee of minimum cargo throughput.

In a statement, the company said that the agreement will enable the airport to benefit from U-Freight’s international network to boost cargo volumes and help underpin the airport’s development as an air cargo hub for Southern China.

As part of the agreement, U-Freight is making a commitment to move a significant volume of airfreight through the airport per annum, as well as helping to introduce and recommend foreign airlines to start direct connections with Baiyun International Airport.

In return, U-Freight will benefit from simplified customs clearance procedures at the airport, which will include a Safe & Honest Forwarder System, a green channel for cargo security checks and extended terminal operating hours.

Ultimately, the agreement will allow U-Freight to operate 24-hours per day.