DHL eCommerce expands presence in South China
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DHL eCommerce plans to further increase its presence in South China through the introduction of its e-commerce logistics services in the Fujian province.
The company has also announced the expansion of its Shenzhen Distribution Center and Hong Kong Distribution Center to manage a capacity of 81 million shipments a year.
“With exports expected to make up 75% of China’s e-commerce turnover three years from now, a strong and reliable logistics framework has to be set in place to meet growing needs,” said Zhi Zheng, Managing Director, Greater China, DHL eCommerce. “Manufacturing and export hubs like Fujian will be the center stage of all future growth of e-commerce exports in China. DHL’s expertise in international shipping and fulfillment, along with our global network and strong e-commerce expertise will play a fundamental role in connecting China’s e-tailers with online markets across the world.”
Zheng added: “We are expanding our presence in South China to better service merchants here, and provide them with the opportunity to tap on the massive cross-border opportunity. This underpins our growth strategy for South China where we will focus on growing our outbound e-commerce trade and continue to expand our offerings across Tier 2 and 3 cities.”
Questions & Answers
Q.What is DHL eCommerce doing to expand its presence in South China?
What is DHL eCommerce doing to expand its presence in South China?
DHL eCommerce is introducing its e-commerce logistics services in the Fujian province. It is also expanding its Shenzhen and Hong Kong Distribution Centers to manage increased capacity.
Q.What capacity will the expanded distribution centres be able to manage annually?
What capacity will the expanded distribution centres be able to manage annually?
The expanded Shenzhen Distribution Center and Hong Kong Distribution Center will together be able to manage a capacity of 81 million shipments a year.
Q.What percentage of China's e-commerce turnover is expected to come from exports in three years?
What percentage of China's e-commerce turnover is expected to come from exports in three years?
Exports are expected to make up 75% of China’s e-commerce turnover three years from now, according to the Managing Director, Greater China, DHL eCommerce.
Q.What is DHL's growth strategy for South China?
What is DHL's growth strategy for South China?
DHL's growth strategy for South China involves focusing on growing outbound e-commerce trade. They will also continue to expand their offerings across Tier 2 and 3 cities.
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