Teleport, the logistics arm of Malaysia’s Capital A Berhad, and China Central Longhao Airlines Co. Ltd (Air Central China) have signed a landmark memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance trade and air cargo connectivity along the fast-growing aerial trade corridor linking China and Southeast Asia.

The duo said in a statement on Friday that this partnership strengthens the Air Silk Road and supports growing China-ASEAN trade, which accounted for 16.7 percent of China’s total foreign trade as of August 2025, valued at $692 billion.

It aims to streamline cargo movement and reduce transit times along key routes.

Building on the MOU, Teleport and Air Central China have also announced an interline agreement for faster, seamless cargo transfer between their networks.

This responds to the fast growing demand for rapid, reliable freight services which support growing cross-border trade.

“Being chosen as an interline partner by Air Central China emphasizes the trust placed in Teleport’s network and operational expertise,” said Pete Chareonwongsak, Chief Executive Officer of Teleport.

“Our strength lies in connecting airline networks to expand reach and efficiency beyond what any single carrier can achieve,

“By linking Air Central’s key hubs in China with Teleport’s extensive Southeast Asian and Asia-Pacific network, we’re providing direct, one-booking access from major Chinese hubs into the heart of Southeast Asia for more efficient trade,” he added.

Meanwhile, Li Zhenliang, Chief Executive Officer of Air Central China, said the signing of the MoU have laid the foundation for comprehensive cooperation between both parties.

“In the future, Teleport will become China Central Longhao Airlines’ most important partner in Southeast Asia, working together to open more air routes connecting China and Southeast Asia,” he added.

According to the statement, the interline partnership integrates Air Central China’s routes from Xi’an and Hangzhou, as well as connections from Delhi, Hanoi, and Osaka, with Teleport’s network spanning over 290 cities in 80+ countries throughout Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Oceania.

This expanded connectivity improves cargo flow, supporting growing trade volumes and economic cooperation along Asia’s vital corridors.

The partnership also reaffirms the two companies’ commitment to improving regional connectivity, delivering efficient, reliable logistics solutions across China, Southeast Asia and the wider Asia-Pacific region.

The MOU was at the Zhengzhou-Kuala Lumpur ‘Air Silk Road’ Forum for International Cooperation in Sepang on September 18, 2025.

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