UPS has expanded its presence in 13 additional cities – in Jiangsu, Shandong, Zhejiang, Guangdong provinces, and in Chongqing Municipality – as part of its long term growth strategy in China. UPS said it has enhanced its services by improving transit times, extending cut-off times to tender shipments and deploying UPS knowledge and expertise.
Customers in these cities will now have direct access to UPS’s full portfolio of services, innovative technology solutions, first-in-class global network, customs brokerage and management services, and logistics expertise to help them better compete in the global marketplace, UPS said.
The key benefits include: Accelerated speed to key markets to/from Asia, Europe and the US (by up to two days); and broad time-definite service coverage for imports into China with guaranteed 12pm and 2pm deliveries via UPS Worldwide Express service.
“UPS is in the business of connecting markets, businesses, organisations and people through logistics. As China continues to liberalise its economy, balance growth across the country, and improve its infrastructure through initiatives such as ‘One Belt, One Road’, UPS is committed to expanding our presence in China and enabling more businesses to achieve their cross-border pursuits.” said Nando Cesarone, president of UPS Asia Pacific. “This expansion is part of UPS’ long-term Asia Pacific strategy to facilitate trade growth within and beyond Asia.”
UPS’ ‘Made in China 2.0’ Readiness Index research suggests that China’s manufacturing industry is undergoing a rapid paradigm shift characterised by a move towards high value sectors, innovation and global connectivity. “Chinese exporters are now adopting a more customer-centric approach, which requires more collaborative partnerships and logistics support,” said Richard Loi, president of UPS China.
“Our latest enhancements is a response to this demand. UPS is well-positioned to collaborate with our customers to help them with their logistics needs, gain competitive advantage and grow their business.” UPS entered the China market in 1988 and serves over 300 cities across the country today.
