China's express delivery sector has shattered records this year, processing over 180 billion parcels as of December 2025 – equivalent to more than 6,200 packages every second. This unprecedented volume signals robust economic activity and technological advancement in the world's second-largest economy.
The industry's breakthrough comes through cutting-edge automation, with fully robotic warehouses now handling 80% of sorting operations. AI-powered systems have reduced sorting errors by 62% compared to 2024 levels, while large language models optimize delivery routes in real-time, slashing transportation costs by an estimated 18%.
This logistics revolution directly supports China's booming e-commerce sector, which reported 23% year-on-year growth in Q3 2025. Analysts note the delivery network's efficiency has become a key economic indicator, reflecting both consumer confidence and manufacturing output.
For international investors, the sector's expansion presents opportunities in smart logistics infrastructure and green delivery solutions. The Chinese government recently announced plans to install 500,000 new EV charging stations specifically for delivery vehicles by 2026.
