Dec 7, 2021|
Ambassador of Thailand to China Joins JD’s Livestreaming on National Day of Thailand
by Mengyang He
JD Worldwide invited the Ambassador of Thailand to China, H.E. Arthayudh Srisamoot, to join a three-hour livestreaming in promoting various Thai products in Beijing on December 5, which is the National Day of Thailand. Ms. Pathumwadee Imtour, minister-counsellor of agricultural at the embassy, and Ms. Pakkanan Winijchai from Thailand’s tourism authority, also participated in the livestreaming.
With 25 kinds of Thai products being presented in the livestreaming, including shredded squid, Thai black tea, pepper with pork stomach & chicken, Vitamin C tablets, and seaweed were the top 5 of the most popular products, and the shredded squid was sold out in the first hour of the livestreaming.
In addition to the livestreaming, JD Worldwide set up 7 booths at CP Center in the CBD area of Beijing, together with a dozen or so booths by Thai brands, covering different product categories, such as personal care, beverage, body care, textiles, and more. Ambassador Arthayudh Srisamoot also introduced Thai products and Thai culture to Chinese consumers.
Thai products are well recognized by customers on JD.com. “On the first day of JD’s 2021 Singles Day Grand Promotion, more than 170,000 latex pillows from Thailand were sold. In addition, 260,000 Thai durians were sold during this year’s JD’s 618 Grand Promotion,” noted Mr. Luke Liu, general manager of business development of JD Worldwide.
Jan 10, 2024|
Ochama Launches Global Shipped Items and Low-Price Sales with Upgraded Pick-Up Services
In celebration of its second anniversary, ochama, the innovative omni-channel retailer, announced today a series of significant enhancements to its product range and services. The company is introducing “Global Shipped Items” and “Everyday Low Price” (EDLP) channels, along with a streamlined Same-Day Pick-up service. These offerings are at the heart of ochama’s commitment to delivering exceptional quality, affordability, and convenience as the company steps into its third year.
Ochama’s extensive selection of Global Shipped Items, bolstered by the robust sourcing network of its parent company JD.com, provides shoppers with the opportunity to access premium international goods at budget-friendly prices. Ochama’s strategy to bypass intermediaries is key to delivering real savings for consumers. In tandem, the EDLP section offers consistently stable low prices on daily essentials, ensuring affordability is not only within reach but also constant. This approach eliminates the need for customers to keep an eye out for promotions on everyday items, positioning ochama as the go-to destination for the most competitive prices in the market.
Ochama prides itself on being at the forefront of offering easy and efficient delivery and pick-up options. Since launching in the Netherlands in January 2022, ochama has achieved remarkable growth, with home delivery services now available in 24 countries. Currently, customers in the Netherlands, Germany, and Belgium also benefit from the convenience of our pick-up services at more than 650 locations. Additionally, we are actively piloting a swift and hassle-free Same-Day Pick-up service in select regions in the Netherlands, ideal for last-minute purchases or spontaneous shopping trips.
2023 was also marked by significant achievements. Notably, ochama saw a 362% year-over-year increase during the Singles’ Day (11.11) Mega Sale in November and a 435% surge in pickup order volume on Black Friday. These figures reflect the growing trust and satisfaction our customers place in our brand.
As ochama steps into another year of transformative retail, we remain steadfast in our mission to bring exceptional value and convenience to our customers globally.
About ochama
Ochama is an innovative B2C omni-channel retailer that uses state-of-the-art retail and supply chain solutions to offer a comprehensive, full category assortment of products at low prices, including both food and non-food items such as home appliances, home living, electronics, fashion and more. Online orders can be collected from hundreds of pick-up points in Europe, or delivered right to the customer’s home.
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Contact ochama: support@ochama.com
Nov 15, 2023|
JD.com Debuts Mongolian and Finnish National Pavilions During Singles’ Day Grand Promotion
by Vivian Yang
During its record-breaking 2023 Singles ‘ Day Grand Promotion, JD.com unveiled new national pavilions representing Mongolia and Finland. These pavilions mark JD.com’s latest step in connecting consumers with high-quality, authentic products from these two culturally rich countries.
The Mongolian pavilion’s launch, held at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai on November 8th, was honored by the presence of Ms. Battsetseg Batmunkh, Mongolia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs. The Pavilion boasts a curated selection of nearly 60 Mongolian products, including limited edition vodka from the springs of Mount Bogda, the velvety Sengur White beer, nutritious sea buckthorn juice, luxurious 100% cashmere scarves, and more.
Speaking at CIIE, Tumenbayar Tsogtbaatar, Commercial Counsellor of the Mongolian Embassy to China, shared his excitement about the opportunity to bring Mongolian wild sea buckthorn and other grassland products to the Chinese market through JD.com. “By partnering with JD.com to launch the Mongolian national pavilion, we aim to provide consumers with a trustworthy and convenient online shopping experience for high-quality grassland products,” said Tumenbayar.
The Finland Pavilions were inaugurated on November 9th, as part of the celebration activities for the 70th anniversary of the China-Finland trade agreement. The event, held at the residence of the Ambassador of Finland in Beijing, was attended by the Finnish Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, Ms. Sari Essayah, and the Finnish Ambassador to China, Ms. Leena-Kaisa Mikkola. Reflecting the diversity of Finnish products, JD.com launched two distinct pavilions: the “Finland National Pavilion” for general trade imports and the “Finland Overseas Pavilion” focusing on cross-border trade. These pavilions offer a variety of Finnish food, skincare, and lifestyle products from renowned brands such as Valio, Fazer, Bonne, Kyrö, Salli, Lumene, and Kajo.
Marko Tiesmäki, Commercial Counselor of the Embassy of Finland in Beijing and the Country Director of Business Finland China. expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership with JD.com. ” I’m delighted to see that JD.com’s convenient, diverse, and reliable services are connecting more and more Chinese consumers with Finnish high-quality products and the rich culture we have,” said Tiesmäki.
JD.com’s National Pavilion initiative now boasts over 110 pavilions, featuring nearly ten thousand specialty products from nearly 60 countries. The Singles’ Day Grand Promotion saw JD Super’s national pavilions achieve a 700% year-on-year growth in Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) within the first 10 minutes, highlighting the strong consumer interest in international products.
With these new additions, JD.com continues its commitment to enhancing global trade and cultural exchange by offering consumers a seamless avenue to explore and purchase a wide array of quality goods from various countries, all while enjoying the convenience of JD’s renowned logistical and customer service capabilities.
JD Fresh Signs with Top Chilean Cherry Exporters for Direct Sourcing
