Innovative and futuristic logistics and delivery applications have caught the eyes of the visitors at the ongoing China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) in Beijing.
This year's CIFTIS, from Sept 12 to 16, featured a special exhibition on supply chains and transportation with three themed zones - travel services, smart logistics and transportation, and supply chain security. Over 200 well-known domestic and foreign companies participated both online and offline, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, products, and innovative solutions.
In China, delivery within the day or next day is common, which is supported by the hard work of couriers and innovative solutions.
A six-rotor multi-purpose network-connected drone with the maximum loading weight of 20 kg was displayed at the exhibition booth of the express delivery service China Post. Integrating a high precision positioning device, millimeter wave radar and visual perception system, it can meet a wide range of application needs in the fields such as delivery, search and rescue, and mapping.
When it comes to more challenging transportation scenarios such as islands and plateaus, medium-sized drones are more adept. They can be used in high-altitude and island environments, featuring advantages such as long endurance and heavy payload capacity.
"The T100 model drone has made its debut at this CIFTIS with the maximum loading weight of up to 50 kg. This type of drones are currently ready for takeoff in provinces of Sichuan and Zhejiang, and Chongqing Municipality," said Shen Jing, deputy general manager of the Marketing Department, China Postal Express and Logistics Co., Ltd.
China Post has set up a drone transport and delivery team, equipped with multiple types of drones which have flown for 16,000 sorties and transported more than 160 tonnes of freights. The company has piloted the use of drones for terminal deliveries in the provincial-level regions of Anhui, Chongqing, Jiangsu and Sichuan.
In the supply chain security zone, many smart logistics achievements are on display, focusing on building a secure and stable dual circulation supply chain layout for both domestic and global markets, reflecting the development concepts of technological empowerment and green transformation.
"For example, with unmanned driving network resources, we can create a comprehensive logistics information application platform. Through this platform, we can foster an ecological management model for the entire industrial park, boosting its greening and intelligence," said Zhang Yusen, investment promotion manager of a smart logistics company in Beijing.
CIFTIS displays innovative, futuristic delivery services
Macao has been emerging as a global hub for conventions and exhibitions in recent years by exploring the enormous opportunities in the sector, driving the region to advance its economic diversification and embrace a brighter future.
Macao has received many awards this year, such as the Best Convention City (Asia) and the Best BT-MICE City, showcasing the recognition for and influence of Macao's exhibition industry.
More than 1,000 electronic game enthusiasts from all over the world gathered recently in Macao to participate in a esports themed event.
Su Zhili, organizer of the event, said that Macao's rich experience in hosting large-scale events, coupled with its good infrastructure, has driven him to choose the region as an ideal destination to hold such an activity.
"Macao has held many similar large-scale events. It has rich experience, and the facilities at the venue are relatively mature, so we can start our work comfortably," said Su.
During the first three quarters of 2024, Macao held more than 1,000 conferences and exhibitions in total.
"We will invite more professional, special conferences to be held in Macao and also cultivate more exhibition brands with international influence in Macao, so as to promote Macao's exhibitions to be more market-oriented, professional, international, digital and greener from various aspects. This is our goal," said Elaine Wong, member of the Macao Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute.
In addition, multiple large exhibitions and conferences, such as the Macao International Trade and Investment fair, the Macao Franchise Expo, and the International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum, are held regularly in Macao.
With the introduction of a series of policies and measures to facilitate the exchanges between the mainland and Macao, as well as the construction and development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, Macao's convention and exhibition industry will embrace more opportunities for development in the foreseeable future.
"We have such a good industrial base in the Greater Bay Area. The mode of 'Convention and Exhibition + Industry' not only integrates the industries of Macao, but also the industries of the Greater Bay Area. In addition, Macao actively integrates into the national development and plays a role in the Belt and Road. Why are we so confident in Macao's convention and exhibition sector? Because it is backed by the motherland, and the country gives Macao great support," said Alan Ho, chairman of the Macao Association of Convention, Exhibition and Tourism Sectors.
Macao emerges as global hub for conventions and exhibitions, driving economic diversification and international recognition
