Chinese logistics company JD officially launches operations in Saudi Arabia
Chinese logistics leader JD Logistics has officially launched operations in
Saudi Arabia, establishing its first Middle East hub with an 8,000-square-metre
smart warehouse in Riyadh. The move marks a significant step in the company’s
global expansion and underscores growing foreign investment in the Kingdom
under Saudi Vision 2030.
The new regional headquarters was made possible following licensing
approvals from the Saudi Economic Business Center. JD Logistics chose Riyadh for
its strategic location and pro-business environment, aligning with the
Kingdom’s broader efforts to attract international investment and deepen
private-sector partnerships.
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The company’s entry into the Saudi market follows extensive collaboration
with the E-Commerce Council and other government entities. At the launch event,
JD Logistics Vice President Wang Ying confirmed that the company will offer
services across most regions of the Kingdom.
JD Logistics will deliver a full suite of logistics solutions including
last-mile delivery, same-day shipping, and cash-on-delivery options. These
services will be supported by a nationwide network of warehouses, sorting
centers, and delivery stations, positioning the company to efficiently meet the
needs of both businesses and consumers.
The Riyadh smart warehouse—the firm’s first in the Middle East—highlights JD
Logistics’ commitment to serving the growing demand for e-commerce solutions in
the region. Saudi Arabia, ranked among the top 10 fastest-growing e-commerce
markets globally, is a key target in the company's international growth
strategy.
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This launch comes amid a wave of international firms establishing operations
in Saudi Arabia, drawn by the economic diversification goals of Vision 2030.
The strategy places strong emphasis on digital transformation, logistics
innovation, and the expansion of the e-commerce sector as engines of long-term growth.
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