In the first 10 months of 2025, the Chinese mainland's express delivery volume topped 160 billion parcels, marking a year-on-year jump of over 16%, according to the State Post Bureau. 🚀
This explosive growth is fueled by booming e-commerce—think Singles' Day rush, livestream shopping and flash sales on platforms like Taobao and JD.com. These mega shopping festivals have become cultural events, with orders flooding delivery hubs across the country. 📦
Behind the scenes, tech is leveling up. 5G networks, automated sorting centers and AI-driven route planning are shaving off delivery times. Drones and smart lockers are also expanding in urban and rural areas, making same-day or even 1-hour delivery more common. 🤖✨
For young pros in South and Southeast Asia, this trend highlights how digital tools transform everyday life. Whether you’re waiting on a Shopee order or tracking cross-border buys, the future of logistics is all about speed, sustainability and seamless tech integration. 🌱📱
As delivery volumes climb, the industry is also pushing green initiatives—electric vans, eco-friendly packaging and carbon-offset programs—to cut emissions. It’s a reminder that rapid growth can, and should, go hand-in-hand with social responsibility. 💚
Looking ahead, the Chinese mainland's logistics sector is set to keep innovating, and neighbouring markets may follow suit. With consumer habits evolving, more cool tech and eco-driven solutions are on the horizon. Stay tuned! 🔍
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
