Beijing Daxing International Airport

Baidu Launches China's First 24/7 Robotaxi Service

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Friday, March 8, 2024

In Feb 2024, Baidu was approved for robotaxi pilot operation on highways to Beijing Daxing Airport, making Beijing the world's first capital city to launch airport robotaxi service.

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  • In Feb 2024, Baidu was approved for robotaxi pilot operation on highways to Beijing Daxing Airport, making Beijing the world's first capital city to launch airport robotaxi service.
  • In the same month, Baidu also launched fully driverless service across the Yangtze River in Wuhan, demonstrating its technical sophistication in navigating challenging geographic landscapes.
  • Apollo Go is now offering 24/7 autonomous driving service in selected areas of Wuhan, becoming China's first provider to offer such service.
  • On February 23, 2024, Apollo Go unveiled a similar service in Beijing, as Baidu was approved for robotaxi pilot operation on highways to Beijing Daxing Airport.

inter airport China 2024 Prepares for Groundbreaking Event

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

BEIJING, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The global aviation sector has witnessed profound shifts in recent years, with China at the forefront of pioneering airport development. Emphasizing safety, sustainability, advanced technology, and passenger-centric design, China's progress reflects a broader trend in global aviation infrastructure evolution. Concurrently, China is proactively engaging in global aviation dialogue, showcasing its distinctive developmental strategies to international airports, airlines, and civil aviation authorities. This effort is not only enhancing the visibility of China's proprietary brands and innovations but also solidifying its position in the global aviation market.

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  • The inter airport China 2024 provides an excellent platform for engaging in meaningful discussions with global leaders and key players regarding the latest trends and innovative solutions in airport development.
  • The 9th inter airport China, scheduled for 4-6 September 2024 at the China International Exhibition Centre in Beijing, promises to be a pivotal event in the aviation calendar.
  • On 4-6 September 2024, the fourth edition of inter airport Exchange 2024 will unfold at the China International Exhibition Centre in Beijing.
  • The project team visited the booths Weihai Guangtai, CIMC Tianda, Siemens, ADB Safegate, Vanderlande, Airsafe, Beijing Daxing Airport, Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, Shenzhen Bao'an Airport, Shanghai Pudong Airport, Nantong Xingdong Airport, and China Southern Airlines.

China Eastern to Increase Weekly International, Regional Flights to Over 1,000

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

China Eastern Airlines (China Eastern) plans to operate 3,076 passenger flights on a daily basis in the new flight season, and also increase its seat capacity to 24.84 billion passenger-kilometers per month.

Key Points: 
  • China Eastern Airlines (China Eastern) plans to operate 3,076 passenger flights on a daily basis in the new flight season, and also increase its seat capacity to 24.84 billion passenger-kilometers per month.
  • Meanwhile, its number of international and regional flights, is expected to reach 1,084 per week.
  • Flights of China Eastern are going to cover 246 domestic and international destinations during the new flight season, including 181 domestic destinations, six regional destinations, and 59 international destinations, according to the airline.
  • China Eastern will also continue to open new international routes and resume international flights on previous routes during the new flight season.

China Eastern to increase weekly international, regional flights to over 1,000

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Monday, November 6, 2023

China Eastern Airlines (China Eastern) plans to operate 3,076 passenger flights on a daily basis in the new flight season, and also increase its seat capacity to 24.84 billion passenger-kilometers per month.

Key Points: 
  • China Eastern Airlines (China Eastern) plans to operate 3,076 passenger flights on a daily basis in the new flight season, and also increase its seat capacity to 24.84 billion passenger-kilometers per month.
  • Meanwhile, its number of international and regional flights, is expected to reach 1,084 per week.
  • Flights of China Eastern are going to cover 246 domestic and international destinations during the new flight season, including 181 domestic destinations, six regional destinations, and 59 international destinations, according to the airline.
  • China Eastern will also continue to open new international routes and resume international flights on previous routes during the new flight season.

China Eastern to increase weekly international, regional flights to over 1,000

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 6, 2023

China Eastern Airlines (China Eastern) plans to operate 3,076 passenger flights on a daily basis in the new flight season, and also increase its seat capacity to 24.84 billion passenger-kilometers per month.

Key Points: 
  • China Eastern Airlines (China Eastern) plans to operate 3,076 passenger flights on a daily basis in the new flight season, and also increase its seat capacity to 24.84 billion passenger-kilometers per month.
  • Meanwhile, its number of international and regional flights, is expected to reach 1,084 per week.
  • Flights of China Eastern are going to cover 246 domestic and international destinations during the new flight season, including 181 domestic destinations, six regional destinations, and 59 international destinations, according to the airline.
  • China Eastern will also continue to open new international routes and resume international flights on previous routes during the new flight season.

Doha's Hamad International Airport achieves 26.84% increase in passenger traffic during Q3

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hamad International Airport (DOH) continues to achieve remarkable performances throughout 2023, recording a substantial 26.84% increase in passenger traffic for Q3 compared to the same period last year. This achievement builds upon a display of consistent growth, with a 44.5% increase in Q1 and a 24% increase in Q2. The Doha based airport has also announced its partnership with Xiamen Airlines, where the Chinese carrier is conducting flights to Beijing and Xiamen.

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  • Cargo operations at Hamad International Airport also saw significant growth in the third quarter, with 3.38% increase – amounting to a total of 590,725 tons of cargo.
  • Operating on two routes, the first route commenced on 20 October 2023 with daily flights from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Qatar's Hamad International Airport.
  • Hamad International Airport is a candidate for World's Best Airport at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2024.
  • Hamad International Airport is a candidate for World's Best Airport at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2024.

Xiamen Airlines Successfully Launches a Maiden Flight from Beijing to Doha, the First China-Qatar Direct Flight by a Chinese Carrier

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Friday, October 20, 2023

It declared Xiamen Airlines' successful maiden flight of regular flights between Beijing and Doha.

Key Points: 
  • It declared Xiamen Airlines' successful maiden flight of regular flights between Beijing and Doha.
  • Xiamen Airlines has become the first and only Chinese carrier to offer direct flights from China to Qatar.
  • Xiamen Airlines has also become the very first and the only Chinese carrier to fly between China and Qatar.
  • When Xiamen Airlines was preparing for the Beijing Daxing-Doha flight route, the two airlines had a close comprehensive strategic partnership.

Xiamen Airlines Successfully Launches a Maiden Flight from Beijing to Doha, the First China-Qatar Direct Flight by a Chinese Carrier

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Friday, October 20, 2023

It declared Xiamen Airlines' successful maiden flight of regular flights between Beijing and Doha.

Key Points: 
  • It declared Xiamen Airlines' successful maiden flight of regular flights between Beijing and Doha.
  • Xiamen Airlines has become the first and only Chinese carrier to offer direct flights from China to Qatar.
  • Xiamen Airlines has also become the very first and the only Chinese carrier to fly between China and Qatar.
  • When Xiamen Airlines was preparing for the Beijing Daxing-Doha flight route, the two airlines had a close comprehensive strategic partnership.

Flourishing flora and fauna a great example of Qinghai's ecological efforts

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Through 10 years of efforts, the province has become a model for building up ecological civilization and harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.

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  • Through 10 years of efforts, the province has become a model for building up ecological civilization and harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
  • Qinghai is the fourth-largest province in China in terms of area and is home to the headwaters of the Yangtze, Yellow and Lancang rivers.
  • The Three-River-Source National Park, located in Qinghai, was among the first batch of national parks in China.
  • The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Protection Law came into force on Sept 1, as part of efforts to regulate ecological protection on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau at national level.

Flourishing flora and fauna a great example of Qinghai's ecological efforts

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Through 10 years of efforts, the province has become a model for building up ecological civilization and harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.

Key Points: 
  • Through 10 years of efforts, the province has become a model for building up ecological civilization and harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
  • Qinghai is the fourth-largest province in China in terms of area and is home to the headwaters of the Yangtze, Yellow and Lancang rivers.
  • The Three-River-Source National Park, located in Qinghai, was among the first batch of national parks in China.
  • The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Protection Law came into force on Sept 1, as part of efforts to regulate ecological protection on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau at national level.