This article explores the historical evolution of the 'last-mile delivery' model, its decline, and its potential resurgence in emerging sectors of fresh food and cold chain logistics. It emphasizes new opportunities and innovative pathways for this model outside of traditional e-commerce.
New Jersey's overseas warehouse, with its advantageous geographical location, ample storage space, and advanced intelligent management system, offers an efficient solution for storing and logistics of large cargo for cross-border e-commerce. This significantly enhances order processing efficiency and reduces operational costs.
Starting July 2025, DHL will implement a monthly fixed fee for e-commerce sellers to help reduce average package costs and optimize the logistics experience. The fee will range from €7.95 to €119.95, aiming to enhance sellers' shipping efficiency and drive business growth.
China Post's Air Small Packages provide cost-effective shipping solutions for cross-border e-commerce sellers. With low fees and coverage in over 200 countries, this service is suitable for various small parcels, helping to enhance logistics efficiency and reduce operational costs.
The 2025 government work report emphasizes the improvement of the cross-border delivery logistics system and the construction of overseas warehouses to promote stable foreign trade development. It aims to enhance logistics timeliness, cost control, and supply chain stability, while also supporting the internationalization of cross-border e-commerce and Chinese brands, ultimately driving the formation of new models in foreign trade.
At the 2025 Global E-commerce Launch Conference, Walmart announced the launch of LCL (Less than Container Load) shipping services for first-mile logistics, specifically designed for small-batch and frequent sellers. This initiative aims to help sellers replenish inventory flexibly and improve logistics efficiency. The service has already been launched at Yantian Port and will expand to more ports in the future.
Shanghai Jingsheng Logic is facilitating efficient operations for cross-border e-commerce platforms during peak shopping seasons through its intelligent logistics management system. With a robust cross-border trade solution, the platform effectively streamlines customs clearance processes, enhances transportation efficiency, and quickly captures market share.
The Nanpeng Highway Bonded Logistics Center (Type B) in Chongqing has been approved, becoming the city's second bonded logistics center of its kind. This facility will effectively enhance connections between domestic and international markets, serving cross-border e-commerce and the Southeast Asian market. Located in the accessible Nanpeng Trade and Logistics Base, the center aims to promote the implementation of the 'Belt and Road' initiative and the Yangtze River Economic Belt strategy, thereby strengthening Chongqing's role as an international logistics hub with significant development potential.
Amazon recently revealed plans to establish an independent delivery and parcel handling business, which could significantly impact its future business model. For the first time in its 10-K annual report, it positions itself as a 'transportation services provider' and hints at offering logistics services to third parties, potentially generating substantial profits. This move showcases the company's ambition and expansion potential in the e-commerce logistics sector.
JD Logistics has initiated drone delivery tests in Suqian to enhance delivery efficiency in rural e-commerce. The experiment focuses on the transfer of goods from distribution centers to rural promoters, addressing the last-mile delivery challenge. Drone delivery significantly boosts logistics efficiency and offers customers a better shopping experience. JD also plans to advance drone research and automated warehousing technology to further improve operational efficiency.
