
Core Insights - The Chinese e-commerce logistics market is experiencing rapid growth, becoming a key driver for industrial upgrades and consumption growth in the digital economy era, with a projected market size of 1.4 trillion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 13.8% [1][14] E-commerce Logistics Overview - E-commerce logistics refers to the supply chain system that provides comprehensive services such as warehousing, sorting, transportation, delivery, and returns for e-commerce transactions, aiming to efficiently connect sellers and consumers [1] E-commerce Logistics Classification - E-commerce logistics can be classified based on service objects (B2C, B2B, C2C), operational models (self-operated, third-party, crowdsourced, cross-border), and delivery timeliness (instant delivery, same-day/next-day delivery, standard delivery) [2][3] Development History of E-commerce Logistics in China - The industry has evolved from traditional delivery methods to intelligent services, with significant growth from 2008 to 2015 due to the explosion of e-commerce platforms, followed by a consolidation phase from 2016 to 2020, and entering a high-quality development phase driven by innovation since 2021 [4] Relevant Policies for E-commerce Logistics - Various policies have been introduced to support the e-commerce logistics sector, focusing on digital empowerment, network optimization, and green transformation, which are essential for the industry's high-quality development [6][7] E-commerce Logistics Industry Chain - The industry has formed a complete value chain, including upstream logistics infrastructure, intelligent devices, and technology service providers, with core operational links involving comprehensive logistics service providers and specialized service providers [8] Current Status of E-commerce Logistics Industry - The online retail market in China has shown steady growth, with online retail sales projected to reach 15.52 trillion yuan by 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 7.19% [10] Competitive Landscape of E-commerce Logistics Industry - The industry features a tiered competitive structure, with leading companies like JD Logistics and SF Express dominating the high-end market, while the second tier includes the "Tongda" system (ZTO, Yunda, YTO) focusing on cost advantages [16][17] Key Enterprises - SF Express reported a revenue of 284.4 billion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 10.1%, while JD Logistics achieved a revenue of 182.8 billion yuan, reflecting a 10% increase [18][20] Future Trends in E-commerce Logistics - The industry is expected to focus on service quality enhancement, accelerated digital transformation, green low-carbon initiatives, and deeper global supply chain integration, driven by technological innovation and evolving consumer demands [22][25][26]