Cainiao to upgrade last-mile logistics

Cainiao Smart Logistics Network, the logistics arm of China's e-commerce giant Alibaba, will upgrade its last-mile network to deliver digitalized community life services, the company announced on Tuesday on an online logistics conference.

The company aims to stand out from other terminals of delivery by providing smart and diversified services.

At present, tens of thousands of Cainiao's post stations have brought more convenient experiences to customers, such as contactless sending of goods, driverless package delivery vehicles and 24-hour smart delivery lockers.

Apart from express delivery, consumers at Cainiao post stations will also enjoy services like laundry, recycling and group purchases for fresh fruits, vegetables and daily necessities, the company said.

Community group purchases are now available in 15 cities in China including Shanghai, Nanjing, Suzhou and Chengdu, and will be extended across the country. Its laundry service has opened in cities including Chengdu and Suzhou.