Hong Kong International Airport Ranked World’s Top Cargo Hub for 2024 with 4.9 Million Tonnes Handled
(IN SHORT) Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has been named the world’s busiest cargo airport for 2024 by Airports Council International (ACI) World, having handled 4.9 million tonnes of cargo over the year. This marks the 14th time HKIA has held the top position since 2010. Vivian Cheung, CEO of Airport Authority Hong Kong, credited the achievement to the airport’s ongoing innovation and development, including the rollout of its Three-runway System and new cargo facilities. Cheung reaffirmed HKIA’s commitment to maintaining resilience and global leadership despite economic challenges.
(PRESS RELEASE) HONG KONG, 2025-Apr-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has once again claimed the top spot in global air cargo, ranking as the world’s busiest cargo airport for 2024, according to new data released by Airports Council International (ACI) World. The airport handled an impressive 4.9 million tonnes of cargo throughout the year, marking the 14th time since 2010 that HKIA has led the world in cargo throughput.
Vivian Cheung, Chief Executive Officer of the Airport Authority Hong Kong, expressed pride in the airport’s continued global leadership in air freight:
“Being consistently recognised as the world’s busiest cargo airport is a testament to the ongoing efforts and innovations in our cargo operations. We are committed to advancing our logistics capabilities by embracing new technologies and capitalising on emerging opportunities.”
Cheung highlighted the commissioning of HKIA’s Three-runway System as a milestone that will further enhance the airport’s capacity and efficiency. In tandem, the airport has been expanding its cargo infrastructure, with new handling facilities designed to meet evolving industry needs.
“As we navigate an unpredictable global economic environment, our focus remains on building resilience and maintaining HKIA’s status as a world-leading aviation hub,” Cheung added. “Working hand-in-hand with our partners in the air cargo sector, we will continue to strengthen the unique advantages that define Hong Kong as a gateway for global trade.”
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SOURCE: Airport Authority Hong Kong
