DHL unveils new outbound cross-border distribution center in Japan
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HL eCommerce, a division of Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL Group), is set to give an extra boost to Japan’s booming cross-border e-commerce industry which is growing at a CAGR of 16 percent and estimated to exceed EUR1.1 billion in 2018. The company officially launched its new outbound cross-border Distribution Center located in Narita, to enable Japan’s online merchants to sell directly to some of the hottest e-commerce destinations worldwide.
“In Japan, SMEs and sellers on marketplaces such as Amazon and eBay are the main cross-border e-commerce players, targeting markets in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. To enable them to grow their business and reach a wider customer base internationally, they need a greater variety of international shipping solutions with high-quality services while keeping their operational costs low. Specific e-commerce services are also needed, such as IT integration from shopping cart to delivery for a seamless logistics process,” said Yoshihiko Sasaki, managing director, DHL eCommerce Japan.
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Q.What is the primary purpose of DHL's new distribution centre in Narita?
What is the primary purpose of DHL's new distribution centre in Narita?
The new centre aims to help Japan's online merchants sell their products directly to customers in major e-commerce markets across the globe. It provides improved international shipping solutions to support their growth.
Q.Which types of Japanese businesses are expected to benefit most from this new facility?
Which types of Japanese businesses are expected to benefit most from this new facility?
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and sellers operating on online marketplaces like Amazon and eBay are the main target beneficiaries. These businesses are focusing on markets in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Q.What specific services does DHL eCommerce Japan highlight as crucial for these merchants?
What specific services does DHL eCommerce Japan highlight as crucial for these merchants?
Merchants require diverse international shipping solutions that maintain high quality while keeping operational costs low. Smooth IT integration, from shopping cart to delivery, is also identified as a key e-commerce service.
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