December 6, 2024 -- JD Logistics (also known as JINGDONG Logistics), the logistics arm of JD.com, announced a record increase in orders processed through its global overseas warehouse network on Black Friday.
JD Logistics’ global supply chain supported merchants and brands worldwide across a diverse range of industries, including apparel, electronics, home decor, food, fast-moving consumer goods, and both online and offline retail.
In Europe, JD Logistics’ warehouses in the Netherlands, the UK, France, Poland, Germany and Spain saw outbound orders increase by 200% on Black Friday. The on-time outbound rate for at least one retail brand in Poland was100% even as the brand’s volume order doubled.
In North America, JD Logistics manages more than 20 self-operated and collaborative warehouses. A beverage container brand’s order volume increased over 300% and a leading suitcase brand increased by 400%. Overall, JD Logistics secured a 24-hour on-time outbound rate of as high as 99.8%.
In Australia, order volume from its No. 2 warehouse in Sydney was also record-breaking. In Japan, the company’s No.1 collaborative warehouse saw order volume increase rapidly. The company can already ensure same-day fulfillment with outbound efficiency exceeding the local industry average, greatly enhancing merchant operation and customer shopping experience.
Warehouse in Dortmund, Germany
At a glance
- Company
- JD Logistics
- Announcement
- Expansion
Key figures
- European Black Friday outbound order increase
- 200%
- On-time outbound rate during Black Friday
- as high as 99.8%
- North American beverage container brand order-volume increase
- over 300%
- North American suitcase brand order-volume increase
- 400%
- Warehouse space in key markets as of June 2024
- nearly 1 million square meters
- Overseas warehouse-space expansion target
- doubling by the end of 2025
Products and programs
Cutting-Edge Supply Chain Innovations
JD Logistics leverages advanced automation technologies, intelligent human-machine synergy strategies, and an integrated suite of warehousing and supply chain management systems. These innovations enable seamless B2B and B2C omnichannel fulfillment, while accommodating complex logistics models, including reverse logistics, back-order processing, and kitting and bundling services. Even during peak seasons, its system can secure stable and efficient processing of orders.
Data shows the overall on-time outbound rate for JD Logistics’ overseas warehouses reaches as high as 99%. Thanks to the application of automation technologies such as AGVs and sorting robots, order picking efficiency has been increased by five times compared with traditional methods.
Its robust warehousing network is complemented by diverse final-mile transportation resources. In the U.S., it also includes a self-operated truck fleet, enabling services such as port drayage, retail store delivery, warehouse transfers, and transshipments.
Warehouse in Sydney, Australia
Commitment to Global Expansion to Facilitate Business Success
JD Logistics drives operational efficiency and cost reduction for its clients. With nearly 100 bonded, direct-mail, and overseas warehouses spanning the globe, the company ensured a smooth and timely fulfillment experience for global partners.
As of June 2024, JD Logistics operated nearly 1 million square meters of warehouse space in key markets, offering localized services to international clients and Chinese brands expanding globally. Its international cargo flight network continues to grow, enhancing cross-border transportation services to destinations globally.
JD Logistics is committed to doubling its overseas warehouse space by the end of 2025 as part of its broader global supply chain strategy. This expansion also includes growing its network of bonded and direct-mail warehouses and extending its international express delivery services.
JD Logistics remains dedicated to supporting global businesses of all sizes, delivering precision, speed, and excellence in supply chain management.
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In brief
JD Logistics says its overseas warehouse network processed record order volumes during Black Friday, with growth reported across Europe, North America, Australia and Japan. The company reported a 200% increase in outbound orders across warehouses in six European countries and increases for two North American brands. It also cited an on-time outbound rate of up to 99.8% during the period. JD Logistics attributes its fulfillment performance to automation, integrated management systems and transportation resources, including a self-operated truck fleet in the U.S. The company says it operates nearly 100 bonded, direct-mail and overseas warehouses, with nearly 1 million square meters of space in key markets as of June 2024. It plans to double overseas warehouse space by the end of 2025 and expand related logistics services.
Key takeaways
- European warehouses recorded a 200% increase in Black Friday outbound orders, according to JD Logistics.
- JD Logistics reported an on-time outbound rate of up to 99.8% during the peak period.
- The company says automation has increased order-picking efficiency fivefold compared with traditional methods.
- JD Logistics plans to double its overseas warehouse space by the end of 2025.
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