JD Logistics, the logistics arm of JD.com, has unveiled its overseas expansion plans for next year, including the launch of more warehouses and expanding its 2-3 day service to more regions worldwide.
As part of the roadmap, the company aims to accelerate the growth of its three networks: the global warehouse network, express delivery network, and air freight network.
[Source: JD Logistics]
The initiative aims to scale the company's global e-commerce omnichannel fulfilment services, build a "2-3 day delivery circle", expand express delivery service regions, and establish an international aerial network.
JD Logistics also plans to expand and open additional overseas warehouses in the next 12 months, increasing the total floor area by 100%.
"This will allow the company to continue to build on its reputation as a trusted supply chain infrastructure service provider with overseas warehouse business at the core of international expansion," it said in the announcement.
2-3 day delivery circle through overseas warehouses
JD Logistics is looking to grow its 2-3 day delivery service in more regions next year enabled by its overseas warehousing and delivery network.
It noted that in 2025, JD Logistics will complete a "2-3 Day Delivery" service circle to enable its clients and consumers in 19 countries to enjoy fast logistics service through its more than 50 self-operated overseas warehouses.
By that time, the total overseas warehouse floor area will achieve a 100% increase.
Currently, JD Logistics’ 2-3 day delivery is already offered in multiple countries including the U.S., the UK, France, Germany, Poland, the UAE, Japan, South Korea and Australia.
JD Logistics pointed out that some regions can now even take advantage of one-day delivery services.
In 2025, JD Logistics will also accelerate the launch of new warehouses in Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. The "2-3 Day Delivery" service range will also be further expanded in these regions.
Leveraging on its extensive global logistics infrastructure and service network, JD Logistics said it will also provide its clients with a "global e-commerce omnichannel fulfilment service" that enables seamless multi-channel fulfilment with a unified inventory.
JD Logistics also provides a full range of transportation services including sea freight, air freight, truck dispatch, and trailer services, and value-added services such as B2B/B2C shared warehousing, integrated forward and reverse logistics, bulky-item delivery and installation, and more.
Simplified reverse returns service
To address challenges associated with after-sales processing, JD Logistics said its "Simplified Reverse Returns Service" will also support returns from any ordering location, quality inspection for resale, and disposal or destruction of damaged items.
The entire process can be completed within 72 hours, offering an extremely efficient and hassle-free solution.
JD Logistics said it is also developing a "11668" global supply chain to facilitate cross-border logistics, forming an "Aerial Artery" that reaches the globe.
This will consist of one global air transportation hub in Wuhu Global Port, and one main base for JD Airlines in Nantong, Jiangsu province.
It is also looking to build six regional air hubs, home and abroad, with 68 dedicated all-cargo air stations.
Since launching its international express delivery service in late 2023, JD Logistics' international express delivery service has been extended to nearly 80 countries and regions, with the fastest delivery from China to European and North American countries being within only three days.
"JD Logistics will accelerate international business development and continue to establish an integrated supply chain logistics network that spans the globe, supporting cost reduction, greater efficiency, and high-quality development opportunities for businesses and industries," the announcement said.
