Core Insights - The 138th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will take place from October 23 to 27, 2025, focusing on "Quality Home" and showcasing building materials, furniture, household goods, and decorative gifts [1] - Yunmanman, a leading global digital logistics platform, is participating for the second consecutive year, highlighting the innovative role of digital logistics in facilitating global trade [1][2] - The platform released a report titled "Decoding the Supply Chain of 'Home'," providing data insights into the digitalization of China's building materials and home furnishings export and domestic trade [1][3] Company Overview - Yunmanman has transformed traditional logistics operations through technology, connecting shippers and drivers via an intelligent platform that utilizes big data and AI for efficient matching [2] - By Q2 2025, the platform expects to have an average of 3.16 million monthly active shippers and over 4.3 million active drivers in the past 12 months, with a projected total of 197 million fulfilled orders in 2024 [2] Industry Trends - The Canton Fair emphasizes the significance of Guangdong as a major hub for building materials and furniture, showcasing the competitive advantage of Chinese furniture exports, particularly to markets like the U.S. and U.K. [3] - The report provides a "China Home Industry Procurement Map," indicating that Guangdong, Jiangsu, Henan, Zhejiang, and Hebei are the top provinces for furniture production and export [3][5] - Seasonal and regional characteristics are evident in the logistics of building materials and furniture, with peak transportation periods aligning with construction and consumer demand cycles [8] Logistics Insights - The logistics data reveals that the highest volume of building materials is shipped from Guangdong, Shandong, and Jiangxi, while the most receiving regions are Guangdong, Hebei, and Shandong [8] - For furniture, peak shipping months are January, August, and September, correlating with consumer purchasing trends [8] - The platform's data indicates that the logistics network for home products, such as doors and windows, is extensive, with significant production and consumption regions identified [9][12] Market Dynamics - The report highlights the digital transformation in logistics, with a focus on the efficiency of transportation routes from production areas to ports, significantly enhancing export capabilities [3][12] - The logistics of kitchen and bathroom products show a trend towards consumption upgrades, with specific cities noted for high demand for smart appliances [13] - The participation of Yunmanman in the Canton Fair reflects the deep changes in China's foreign trade landscape, emphasizing the integration of digital technology with the real economy [14]