In a strategic move to strengthen its trans-Pacific air freight capabilities, CEVA Logistics has rolled out a new air cargo charter service linking Wuxi, China (WUX), to Chicago O’Hare (ORD), operating three flights a week. The first flight, which departed earlier today, carried more than 100 tons of mixed cargo, reflecting demand from key sectors including industrial equipment, electronics, oversized goods, and e-commerce.
This new charter operation marks a targeted expansion for CEVA Logistics, which is doubling down on its controlled capacity strategy for the high-demand China–U.S. corridor. With growing congestion and volatility in global air cargo networks, the direct Wuxi–Chicago link gives shippers a consistent, secure option to move time-sensitive and high-value cargo across the Pacific.
Inland China Connectivity Meets U.S. Distribution Strength
Wuxi’s location in the Yangtze River Delta Economic Development Zone gives the charter an inland advantage, tapping into one of China’s densest industrial and manufacturing clusters. Through an agreement with the Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport Group, CEVA has carved out a vital lane to support companies operating in and around Shanghai.
Upon arrival in Chicago, cargo moves quickly through CEVA’s logistics infrastructure. Located just ten miles from O’Hare, the company’s 700,000-square-foot air freight gateway includes specialized capabilities like a Free Trade Zone (FTZ), 10,000-square-foot cold storage, and a certified cargo screening facility with ETA, x-ray, and K-9 inspections. It’s a setup designed for high-volume, high-speed processing.
From there, CEVA leverages its domestic LTL network to connect with major U.S. cities like Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, and Columbus. With over 200 weekly linehaul options and links to 70 distribution sites, most domestic deliveries can be completed in 24 to 48 hours.
Southeast Asia Feeds Wuxi via Multimodal Options
The charter solution is also being fed by CEVA’s Southeast Asia freight network, expanding reach beyond China. Multi-modal transport options into Wuxi mean manufacturers across Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia can plug into the service and take advantage of its trans-Pacific access.
Environmental concerns haven’t been ignored either. The charter flights are offered with optional Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) under CEVA’s FORPLANET program, aimed at lowering the carbon footprint for customers interested in greener transport alternatives.
Loic Gay, global air product leader at CEVA Logistics, noted, “This new trans-Pac charter service underscores CEVA’s commitment to securing the right capacity on the right lanes for current and future customers in order to meet their evolving needs.”
With the Wuxi–Chicago charter, CEVA is making a play for a larger share of the trans-Pacific air cargo market—one focused on reliability, scalability, and strategic integration between air and ground.
