express delivery

Guangdong’s express delivery sector is experiencing a price correction with rates increasing by approximately ¥0.4 per parcel, exceeding an average of ¥1.4. Implemented on August 4th, this floor price aims to eliminate below-cost deliveries and has been adopted by major companies. Primarily affecting e-commerce parcels, this shift follows a period of intense, unsustainable price competition. Experts see this as a turning point towards a more stable market, urging companies to prioritize innovation and service quality over price wars.

Nanjing’s No. 503 bus line now offers “SF Half-Day Delivery,” transporting goods alongside passengers to expedite deliveries. This “bus-plus-delivery” model aims to improve efficiency by leveraging existing infrastructure. Several cities have experimented with similar initiatives due to declining ridership and increasing financial difficulties. This collaboration between public transport and express delivery could reduce costs and improve last-mile delivery. However, concerns exist regarding regulations, driver workload, and the suitability of passenger vehicles for cargo transport.

China’s express delivery volume has ranked first globally for 11 years, processing over 500 million parcels daily. In 2024, central and western China saw express delivery growth rates significantly above the national average, indicating successful strategic investments. The postal sector strengthens the modern circulation system and promotes balanced development. China is enhancing rural delivery logistics, aiming to bridge the urban-rural consumption gap. Xinjiang has achieved universal free e-commerce shipping, boosting agricultural product sales and improving rural residents’ access to online shopping. The sector’s growth also creates local employment opportunities.

JD Logistics has partnered with the 12123 traffic management platform to offer a new document delivery service. A pilot program in Suqian allows residents to receive official vehicle and driver documents, like license plates and driver’s licenses, directly via JD Express. This “from window to doorstep” service, utilizing a “Special Security” system, aims to improve customer convenience by streamlining the administrative process and reducing trips to government offices. Users can track deliveries and access customer support.