Dec 16, 2020|
Pakistani Ambassador Welcomes JD to Develop Cross-Border E-commerce
by Martin Li
Pakistani ambassador to China Moin ul Haque paid his first visit to JD’s headquarters in Beijing on December 16, and expressed a warm welcome to the company to develop cross-border e-commerce business in Pakistan.
Haque was received by Stard Huang, who is VP of JD and President of International Logistics.
Pakistani ambassador to China Moin ul Haque (6th from left ) in a group photo at JD HQ in Beijing.
The ambassador said he supports deepened communication and exchange between JD and Pakistani enterprises. Pakistan has been actively developing its digital economy, rolling out new policies to support small and medium-sized enterprises to develop e-commerce, according to him.
“It’s a good time to develop cross-border e-commerce in Pakistan,” said Ambassador Haque.
JD started partnering with the large Pakistani logistics company Transfreight in October, bringing JD’s warehouse management system to the country.
The ambassador said the cooperation with Transfreight was a smart choice, and hoped there will be more exchanges in the fields of supply chain and fintech.
“JD has accumulated experiences in supply chain and retail in the past 16 years,” said Huang . “In the future, we hope to bring more technologies and experiences in retail and logistics to Pakistan, supporting the country’s drive to develop the digital economy.”
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Jul 7, 2025|
JINGDONG Property and Abu Dhabi Airports Announce Strategic Alliance to Launch 70,000-Square-Meter Smart Logistics Hub in the Middle East
Abu Dhabi, 7 July, 2025 — JINGDONG Property (JDP), the infrastructure investment and management platform of JD.com, has entered into a strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Airports to jointly develop and operate a state-of-the-art logistics facility in the Abu Dhabi Airports Freezone. This flagship project marks JDP’s first greenfield development in the Middle East and represents a significant milestone in the company’s international expansion strategy.
With a planned construction area of approximately 70,000 square meters, it will be a key logistics gateway, supporting the region’s growing cross-border e-commerce demands and enhancing air freight and distribution services across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the broader Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Elena Sorlini, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Airports, said: “This joint venture aligns seamlessly with Abu Dhabi’s long-term vision of becoming a global trade and logistics hub. By combining JDP’s modern infrastructure and integrated end-to-end service capabilities with our strategic location and air cargo expertise, we are laying the foundation for a logistics ecosystem that fosters investment, generates high-value employment, and strengthens Abu Dhabi’s role in global supply chains.”
“We are delighted to enter into this strategic partnership with ADAFZ to jointly develop high-standard warehouse projects at the ADAFZ Logistics Park.” said Cao Dong, CEO of JINGDONG Property, “This signing marks an important milestone for both sides, and we highly value the trust and support from our partner. We have great respect for the UAE market and are committed to bringing our expertise and resources to support the country’s logistics infrastructure development and e-commerce capabilities. Looking ahead, we are eager to deepen our collaboration, increase our investment, and work together towards long-term, mutually beneficial growth. ”
The logistics park will feature cutting-edge automation and digital warehouse management systems, all powered by JD.com’s globally recognized technology stack. It will offer integrated warehousing and value-added services designed for multiple diversified scenarios. The project is set to benefit both local and international merchants by lowering logistics costs, reducing delivery times, and minimizing operational risks for companies entering or expanding in the Middle East.
As JD.com’s dedicated logistics infrastructure development and management platform, JDP currently oversees more than 50 infrastructure projects across nine countries, including the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Japan, Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, Australia, and the UAE. The company plays a vital role in building a globally connected network that supports international trade and facilitates the globalization of businesses of all sizes.
Through this partnership with Abu Dhabi Airports, JDP is not only accelerating its footprint in the Middle East, but also actively contributing to the region’s economic diversification goals. The project is expected to create thousands of direct and indirect job opportunities, support SMEs, and enhance the UAE’s competitiveness as a global logistics and e-commerce hub.
About JD.com, Inc.
JD.com, Inc., also known as JINGDONG, has evolved from a pioneering e-commerce platform into a leading technology and service provider with supply chain at its core. JD.com, Inc.’s business has expanded across retail, technology, logistics, health, property development, industrials, private label, insurance and international business. Ranking 47 on the Fortune Global 500, JD.com, Inc. is China’s largest retailer by revenue.
About JINGDONG Property, Inc.
JINGDONG Property, Inc. (www.jdp.com.cn) is a leading and rapidly growing modern infrastructure investment and asset management platform of JD.com, Inc. Its business includes investment, development and asset management of logistics parks, business parks, data centers and others. As the cornerstone of JD.com, Inc.’s supply chain ecosystem, JINGDONG Property is equipped with deep insights into merchandise and logistics flows and has a unique ability to integrate business resources. We are well-positioned to serve consumption-driven demand and transform local economies. Leveraging our core competencies across infrastructure assets, development expertise, service capabilities and actionable insights, we provide bespoke, holistic and intelligent infrastructure.
Jun 18, 2025|
JINGDONG Logistics’ JoyExpress Makes Debut in Saudi Arabia, Enabling Delivery as Early as the Same or Next day
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudia Arabia, June 18, 2025 – JINGDONG Logistics (also known as JD Logistics) launches JoyExpress, its self-operated B2C express delivery service in Saudi Arabia. Covering most regions, JoyExpress provides customers with high-quality doorstep delivery options, including cash-on-delivery, and delivery as fast as same-day or next-day, all fulfilled by its team of uniformed in-house couriers.
Through its self-operated model, JoyExpress delivers reliable last-mile services while contributing to local job creation and the continued development of Saudi Arabia’s logistics sector. In Saudi Arabia, JINGDONG Logistics is establishing a network of warehouses, transfer and sorting centers, and a growing number of delivery stations. It is building a professional local team that includes in-house couriers, drivers, warehouse staff and customer service personnel. In addition to express delivery, the company also offers enterprise clients seamless and efficient end-to-end supply chain logistics solutions.
JoyExpress will offer a suite of additional value-added services, including address changes, temporary return storage, scheduled deliveries, reverse pickups, and insurance coverage. It will also support cross-border shipping, customs clearance, and local transportation, offering a fully integrated solution for international and domestic commerce.
JINGDONG Logistics is the logistics arm of China’s largest retailer JD.com. As one of the world’s leading technology-driven supply chain solutions and logistics services providers, JINGDONG Logistics is widely recognized for its self-built warehousing and delivery network. In China, the company operates more than 3,600 warehouses, 19,000 delivery stations and service outlets, and employs nearly 510,000 front-line operational employees, serving more than 600 million consumers and business clients.
Saudi Arabia’s Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) market is growing rapidly, driven by a digitally savvy population and the continued rise of e-commerce. The market size is expected to expand at a CAGR of 6.48% from 2025 to 2030, with the B2C segment already accounting for 56% of the market value in 2024 according to Mordor Intelligence.
“JINGDONG Logistics’ investment in Saudi Arabia aligns with our national vision to become a global logistics hub,” said Mr. Rayan Albakri, Deputy Minister for Logistics Services at Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services. “We welcome the company’s advanced self-operated express delivery services, which we believe will not only elevate service standards in the Kingdom but also create new opportunities for employment, innovation, and industry development in support of Vision 2030.”
“The launch of JoyExpress marks a key milestone in JD.com’s international journey and business development in Saudi Arabia. JINGDONG Logistics will provide leading edge services to our customers in KSA and importantly align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy with its focus on Logistics and Job Creation,” said Charlie Peng, Head of Middle East at JINGDONG Logistics. “We look forward to expanding JoyExpress across the Kingdom, bringing our industry-leading large-item delivery and installation capabilities to the market, while continuously enhancing our sector-specific supply chain logistics capabilities in areas such as apparel, electronics, and fresh goods.”
With the launch of JoyExpress, JINGDONG Logistics has now established a fully self-operated logistics chain in the Middle East, encompassing warehousing, transport, and last-mile delivery. Moving forward, the company will continue to scale its global warehousing network, expand international flight routes, and enhance multimodal transportation capabilities to better serve customers and partners across the region.
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About JINGDONG Logistics
JINGDONG Logistics (HKEX: 2618), also known as JD Logistics, is a leading technology-driven supply chain solutions and logistics services provider. JINGDONG Logistics has established six highly synergized logistics networks including warehousing, line-haul transportation, last-mile delivery network, bulky items, cold chain logistics, and cross-border logistics networks. As of December 31, 2024, including cloud warehouses operated by third parties, JINGDONG Logistics manages over 3,600 warehouses, with a total area exceeding 32 million square meters. Its comprehensive service coverage spans nearly all regions, towns, and populations across China. JINGDONG Logistics has strategically built a Global Smart Supply Chain Network, featuring highly automated warehousing systems and reliable international transportation solutions. The company currently operates over 100 bonded, direct mail and overseas warehouses, with a total GFA exceeding 1 million square meters, spanning 19 countries and regions worldwide. “JoyLogistics” and “JoyExpress” are JINGDONG Logistics’ international business brands.
About JD.com, Inc.
JD.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: JD and HKEX: 9618), also known as JINGDONG, is a leading e-commerce company transferring to be a technology and service enterprise with supply chain at its core. JD.com, Inc.’s business has expanded across retail, technology, logistics, health, property development, industrials, private label, insurance and international business. Ranked 47 on the Fortune Global 500, JD.com, Inc. is China’s largest retailer by revenue.
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