JD.com kicked off its initiative to bring fresh milk from a pasture in New Zealand to Chinese consumers by partnering with imported milk brandTheland. Announced on Jun. 18, the peak day during JD’s 618 Grand Promotion (June 1-18), both companies aim to bring high-quality New Zealand milk to JD’s over 500 million customers.
“Utilizing JD’s experience in e-commerce and retail, as well as combined insight from industry consumption trends, we’ve seen that more and more customers demand high calcium milk. We believe the partnership will help us deepen our research in milk products, providing customers with a healthy and premium milk consumption lifestyle,” said Xiaojun Wang, general manager of packaged foods at JD FMCG Omni-channel.
“The partnership has not only helped bring local labels to Chinese customers, but also worked as a means of cultural communication with JD.com serving as a bridge to showcase the nature-consciousness of New Zealand. Based on the cooperation, customers are able to enjoy purchasing the best-in-class products from all over the world while at home,” said Roy van den Hurk, general manager of global R&D at Theland.
Su Wang, vice president of e-commerce at Theland (left), and Xiaojun Wang (second from left) speaking onsite at JD headquarters, as Roy van den Hurk makes a speech remotely from New Zealand at the newly opened JD Pasture
Theland has 29 pastures in New Zealand. The customized milk from the JD pasture initiative will be officially sold in September. Consumers will be able to trace every step of the production process, from milking, to manufacturing and transportation.
According to Hurk, the product uses raw milk sourced directly from New Zealand, and its protein content far exceed the EU standards.
As JD’s long-term partner, Theland’s milk products are popular among customers. On the first day of this year’s 618, sales of the high-end diamond series of Theland milk increased 17 times YOY, while another children’s milk series sales increased six times YOY.
Data showed that on June 1, sales on the JD Worldwide (JDW) platform increased over 120% YOY. Nearly 1,500 brands’ sales increased over 100% YOY, respectively. On Jun. 14, the designated promotion day for imports, sales of the online supermarket for imported food increased 240% compared with the previous day, while first party retail grocery sales increased 130% YOY.
JD.com, Inc. (also known as Jingdong), China’s largest retailer online and offline, today presented the JINGDONG Fashion “RED JOURNEY” runway show at Somerset House. As the Official Asian Online Retail Partner for London Fashion Week SS25, JD.com, Inc. showcased four Asian and Chinese brands including HAZZYS, ELLASSAY, Marisfrolg, and PURE TEA.
The company also launched a dedicated London Fashion Week campaign on its innovative app bringing a wide selection of global fashion to discerning Chinese consumers. The feature offers consumers a seamless watch-and-shop experience and brands and fashion talent the opportunity to expand their footprint globally.
The show at Somerset House draws inspiration from JINGDONG’s signature red and its passion for creativity and innovation. As the show begins, the music gently rises, blending melodies rooted in traditional Chinese culture with modern elements, creating a fusion of both vintage and avant-garde atmospheres. In this show, HAZZYS reinterprets the aesthetics of classic and casual styles through simple yet refined designs. ELLASSAY explores contemporary urban fashion with an elegant touch, delving into themes of femininity. Marisfrolg introduces its ‘Glaze Art’ collection, advocating for the integration of high fashion into everyday life. PURE TEA combines Chinese aesthetics with modern fashion, featuring embroidery and floral designs that evoke a sense of romance, showcasing the beauty of both vintage and elegance.
“JD.com, Inc. supports brands and designers by offering one-stop solutions from consumption insights, e-commerce operations, promotion and marketing to logistics and customer services,” said Sherrin Kong, President of JINGDONG Fashion. “We help international brands better understand the Chinese marketand we support Asian and Chinese brands in continuing to enhance their image in the international market.”
Consumers continue to turn to JD.com, Inc. for distinctive apparel products because JD provides a platform that guarantees authenticity and the highest quality. Today, over 90% of the world’s most renowned luxury brands, including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Burberry, Mulberry, and Bottega Veneta, are represented on JD.com, Inc.. Its sophisticated in-house supply chain and logistics network, which delivers 90% of retail orders within 24 hours and its commitment to authenticity and quality have made it the preferred platform for many renowned fashion and luxury brands.
Previously, JD.com, Inc. announced an expansion in its apparel business with an additional investment of RMB 1 billion aimed at establishing Jingdong Fashion as a leading destination for stylish global apparel. This investment, a combination of financial capital and market resources, will broaden and enhance the range of fashion offerings available to consumers, providing a significant boost for both domestic and international brands.
About the designers:
HAZZYS
HAZZYS cultivates an urban style that combines traditional values with elegance and nobility. Emphasizing the fusion of classic and sensibility, the brand conveys a sense of nature, subtlety, and modernity. With superior tailoring, slim fit silhouettes, and exquisite detailing, HAZZYS embodies an aristocratic charm.
HAZZYS SS25 New Collection
The collection features a simple yet classic design as its foundation, using high-quality fabrics to ensure comfort and a premium feel. The color palette includes versatile, easy-to-style shades, along with seasonal favorites like forest green and sky blue. Whether worn on their own or layered as accents, these pieces are perfect for everything from daily commutes to casual getaways, meeting the diverse needs of consumers.
ELLASSAY
ELLASSAY is a premium Chinese fashion brand established in 1996, committed to sustainable and eco-friendly fashion. Drawing inspiration from the lifestyles and daily experiences of modern women, the brand embodies a refined and elegant urban style. ELLASSAY believes that quality is the foundation of elegance, and sustainable design is the future of elegance.
ELLASSAY SS25 New Collection
For Spring/Summer 2025, ELLASSAY delves into femininity with the theme “SHE IS ELLA · Her Vision.” ELLA represents the essence of women who are free from definitions, symbolizing a collective of women who are effortlessly elegant. This season, ELLASSAY journeys alongside her, experiencing the world’s interpretation of elegance through her eyes.
Marisfrolg
Marisfrolg advocates for the fusion of high fashion and everyday life. The brand is committed to creating effortlessly refined and relaxed sophistication for modern urban women. The newly launched Glass Art Collection embodies the concept of an “art studio,” drawing inspiration from contemporary handcrafted glassworks. Featuring flowing, artistic lines and exquisite fabric craftsmanship, the collection highlights sculptural silhouettes with clean, versatile shapes that flatter different body types. It explores the spirit and vitality of modern women who embrace freedom and a laid-back sense of elegance.
PURE TEA
PURE TEA embodies a deep appreciation for the spirit of Eastern art and culture—pure, transparent, simple, and direct.
Runway Collection:
Theme – “Floral Wardrobe.”
Loving oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance.
Every woman is a flower in her own right. The floral embroidery on the garments exudes romance, striking a balance between diverse artistic aesthetics. Each piece captures its own sense of elegance and romantic charm, creating a personal garden of beauty. With the garments as a canvas, the beauty of flowers is painted, evoking the feeling of walking through a manor, engaging in dialogue with the blossoms, and savoring their fragrance. The collection radiates a sense of nostalgia, showcasing the charm of Chinese aesthetics with both grace and spirit, fully expressing romance and sentiment.
JD.com unveiled its latest digital supply chain technology advancements at the 2024 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS), held in Beijing from September 12 to 16. As a global partner of CIFTIS for the fifth consecutive year, JD.com demonstrated its commitment to driving digital transformation across industries. Notably, JD Cloud’s digital human powered by its ChatRhino (or Yanxi in Chinese) large language model (LLM) and JD Health’s Dermatology Service Platform were recognized with the “China Service Practice Case” and “Innovation Demonstration Case” awards, respectively.
JD Cloud’s ChatRhino AI digital human, a pioneering innovation in the field, played a key role during JD.com’s 618 Shopping Festival, becoming the first large-scale commercialized digital human in the industry. Developed entirely in-house, ChatRhino has supported over 5,000 brands, increased idle time conversion rates by over 30%, and logged more than 40 million hours of live streaming with a reach of over 100 million viewers and more than five million user interactions, the digital human has driven over RMB 10 billion in gross merchandise value.
In April 2023, JD Health launched China’s first online skin hospital, featuring over 6,000 registered doctors, including more than 3,500 from top-tier hospitals. Using JD Health’s Jingyi Qianxun (京医千询) LLM, the platform integrates vast medical expertise to deliver smart diagnostic support. The Dermatology Service Platform streamlines the diagnostic process at every stage of patient care, improving treatment efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of medical care.
At CIFTIS 2024, JD.com also introduced several breakthrough retail technologies, including JD.Vision, an early native application for Apple Vision Pro; Jingyan (京言), an AI assistant for e-commerce; and Jingdiandian (京点点), an AIGC-powered content generation platform. JD Logistics presented a virtual logistics park leveraging digital twin technology to simulate operations such as storage, packaging, sorting, and highlighted carbon-neutral logistic park practices. JD Industrials launched the “TAIPU”(太璞) digitally intelligent supply chain solution, tailored to optimize demand, procurement, fulfillment, and operations for industrial products. Additionally, JD Finance presented its suite of digital financial products and services, including consumer finance, payments, and wealth management.
JD’s exhibition also highlighted its digital and physical supply chain integration advancements across various business sectors. Key initiatives included cross-border e-commerce operations through JD Worldwide, omnichannel retail by ochama (JD.com’s Europe-based brand), country-specific online flagship stores known as JD National Pavilions, and on-demand retail and instant delivery service under JD NOW. These innovations attracted significant attention and reinforced JD.com’s leadership in advancing the digital transformation of supply chains.