1.FanYuan International Wins Alibaba International East China Hub Warehouse Contract

On October 17, it was announced that FanYuan International's wholly-owned subsidiary, Hangzhou FanYuan International Logistics Co., Ltd. (Hangzhou FanYuan), recently received a notification from Shenzhen OneTouch Supply Chain Service Co., Ltd. that it has successfully won the bid for Alibaba International's East China Hub warehouse operations. Based on the service agreement, Hangzhou FanYuan will leverage the Yiwu Central Warehouse to cover the entire East China region, providing warehouse operation services to Alibaba International's merchants, including but not limited to package receipt, security checks, packing, order processing, delivery verification, consolidation, and shipment, as well as storage services.  

Source: FanYuan International

2.JD Logistics Overseas Warehouse Area to Increase Over 100%

On October 17, JD Logistics announced that it would fully upgrade its Global Warehouse Network Plan. To improve the service experience for outbound brands and international customers, JD Logistics plans to increase its global overseas warehouse area by over 100% by the end of 2025. It will also expand the construction of bonded and direct mail warehouses. Additionally, JD Logistics aims to enhance its international express coverage, allowing consumers in nearly 80 countries to receive JD parcels from China by the end of this year.  

Currently, JD Logistics has built a global supply chain network centered on overseas warehouses, including an overseas warehouse network, international transfer hubs, local distribution networks in overseas countries, and cross-border transport networks, continuously improving efficiency with cutting-edge supply chain technology.  

Source: JD Logistics Bulletin

3.Six Major Listed Airlines Announce First Three Quarters of Operating Data  

On October 17, six listed airlines, including Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, and Hainan Airlines, disclosed their operating results for the first three quarters of the year.  

Air China: 1.069 million tons of cargo and mail, up 42.6% from 2023, and 1.8% higher than in 2019.  China Southern Airlines: 1.353 million tons, up 20.9% from 2023, and 5.4% higher than in 2019.  China Eastern Airlines: 772,000 tons, up 32.2% from 2023, and 10.7% higher than in 2019.  Spring Airlines: 61,000 tons, up 26.5% from 2023, and 32.3% higher than in 2019.  Juneyao Airlines: 98,000 tons, up 28.2% from 2023, and 12.1% higher than in 2019.  Hainan Airlines: 362,000 tons, up 36.8% from 2023.  

Source: Civil Aviation Resources Online

4.Cainiao Express Upgrades South China Sorting and Transfer Center

On October 17, it was announced that Cainiao Express’ self-operated South China sorting center has officially been put into use in Dongguan. The newly added sorting center is located in Cainiao’s self-built logistics park in Machong, Dongguan. In addition to the Cainiao Express sorting center, the park also hosts Cainiao's Europe-bound international express warehouse and other businesses.  

Cainiao’s global express network continues to expand, not only in domestic delivery but also internationally, with eHubs in Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, and Belgium fully operational. Core markets in Hong Kong, Spain, France, and Mexico are expanding local distribution networks to ensure a seamless global logistics experience.  

Source: Cainiao Express

5.Winit Partners with New Player to Set a New Standard for Overseas Warehousing

On October 17, cross-border e-commerce supply chain giant Winit, in partnership with global warehouse robotics leader Geek+, announced that they have deployed Geek+’s RoboShuttle system in Winit’s Kentucky warehouse, marking the world’s first double-deep suction bin robotics system and achieving full-process automation. This innovation sets a new benchmark for the overseas warehouse industry.  

With automated warehouse upgrades, Winit’s Kentucky warehouse offers a comprehensive, efficient overseas warehousing service. The advantages of raw goods warehousing, customized packaging, outbound kits, and dual-mode fulfillment (B2B/B2C) ensure that cross-border merchants can ship efficiently and at a lower cost, helping Chinese brands succeed in the international market.  

Source: Winit

6. Temu Ranked First in September App Downloads in South Korea

On October 17, data from Mobile Index, a big data analytics platform, revealed that Temu was the top-ranked app in South Korea for new downloads in September, with 868,000 downloads. Instagram ranked second with 760,000 downloads, while TikTok Lite ranked third with 707,000 downloads.  

Source: Mobile Index

7.Ozon to Halve Commission for Chinese Sellers in November

On October 17, Ozon Global announced that in November, it would reduce sales commissions by 50% for all product categories from Chinese sellers to welcome the 11.11 and Black Friday shopping peaks. In addition, electronic product sellers shipping from Ozon’s partner warehouses will see commissions reduced to 1%. This discount is valid only for November, aiming to encourage Chinese sellers to utilize Ozon’s fulfillment network to improve delivery speed and customer satisfaction.  

Source: Ozon Global

8.Shopee Indonesia to End Extended Warranty Option  

On October 17, Shopee announced that its Indonesia platform would stop offering the extended warranty feature for local stores. This change is intended to simplify the refund and return process and improve the overall shopping experience. Buyers will still be able to request returns or refunds as long as the return/refund period is valid, regardless of whether the “complete order” button has been clicked.  

Source: Shopee

9. Ezhou Huahu Airport Handles 720,000 Tons of Cargo and Mail  

As of October 13, Ezhou Huahu Airport has handled 720,000 tons of cargo and mail, ranking fifth in the nation. Its international cargo and mail volume has exceeded 160,000 tons, with 27 international cargo routes and 79 domestic and international cargo routes. The airport’s international public cargo station project recently passed expert review, and once completed, it will significantly enhance the airport's international cargo capacity.  

Source: Global Aviation Freight

10.Nanchang-Dhaka International Cargo Route Launched

On October 17, an Airbus A330 freighter took off from Nanchang Changbei International Airport bound for Dhaka, Bangladesh, marking the official opening of the Nanchang-Dhaka all-cargo route. This is the first direct cargo route to South Asia from Nanchang Changbei International Airport.  

The route, operated by Jiangxi International Cargo Airlines (under preparation) using an Airbus A330 freighter, will operate twice a week, with each flight capable of carrying up to 60 tons of cargo.  

Source: Air Freight News Express

11. CMA CGM Announces Rate Restoration Plan  

On October 17, CMA CGM announced a Rate Restoration Initiative (RRI) effective from November 1. The adjustment applies to shipments from Canada to the Indian Subcontinent, the Middle East Gulf, the Red Sea, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Northeast Asia, and Southeast Asia.  

Details:  Origin: Halifax, Canada  Destination: China, Hong Kong, Macau, Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia  Cargo: Dry goods (not applicable to open-top, flat-rack, or tank containers)  Rates: USD 100 per 20-foot container, USD 200 per 40-foot container.  

Source: CMA CGM

12. China’s Cross-border E-commerce Imports and Exports Reach RMB 1.88 Trillion in the First Three Quarters

On October 17, the General Administration of Customs spokesperson and Director of the Department of Statistics, Lu Daliang, announced that preliminary estimates show China’s cross-border e-commerce imports and exports reached RMB 1.88 trillion in the first three quarters of 2024, a growth of 11.5%.  

Source: China News Service

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