Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) overtook Memphis International Airport (MEM) to reclaim the No. 1 ranking among the world’s airports for cargo tonnage in 2021. Total cargo throughput at HKG increased 12.5% year over year and 4.5% from 2019 to again exceed 5 million tonnes, according to preliminary data from Airports Council International (ACI). MEM, […]
HKG reclaims top cargo airport spot
Initial data shows 12.5% YoY improvement

Photo courtesy of Hong Kong International Airport.
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