GBA transport and logistics stay resilient despite global headwinds

From late December through early February, mainland reporting highlighted the resilience of GBA transport and logistics networks, even as global shipping and aviation faced softer demand signals. Airports in Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Hong Kong continued to post solid passenger and cargo volumes, while ports in Shenzhen and Zhuhai maintained strong container throughput tied to regional manufacturing and e-commerce exports. Transport authorities pointed to coordinated scheduling, digital customs clearance and cross-border freight schemes as key stabilisers. With Lunar New Year travel approaching in early February, local governments focused on crowd management and intercity capacity rather than stimulus. Analysts quoted by state media noted that the GBA’s dense, multi-hub logistics system now functions as a competitive advantage, insulating regional trade flows from short-term global shocks.