On November 20, A.P. Moller - Maersk (referred to as "Maersk") officially opened its flagship integrated logistics warehouse in the Yangshan Special Comprehensive Bonded Zone, part of the Lingang New Area of the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone.
The facility, representing an investment exceeding 1 billion yuan, spans 113,000 square meters with a storage area of 147,000 square meters. It stands as Maersk's largest warehousing investment in China and one of its biggest globally.
The warehouse integrates four core functions: an export distribution center, import distribution center, regional and global distribution hub, and cross-border e-commerce fulfillment center. Additionally, it offers value-added services such as temperature-controlled storage, tailored to meet specific client needs.
"China's international trade has evolved from export-driven growth to a diversified model encompassing exports, imports, and re-exports," said Ding Zejuan, President of Maersk Greater China. The warehouse enables seamless conversion between bonded and non-bonded goods, coupled with Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certification, significantly enhancing customs clearance efficiency to align with cross-border consumption and manufacturing upgrades.
Strategically located in the Yangtze River Delta—China's most economically dynamic region—the facility benefits from local manufacturing strengths and a vast consumer market, while its proximity to emerging markets like Southeast Asia enhances its appeal. Leveraging Shanghai's status as an international shipping hub and its robust transportation network, the warehouse serves as a gateway to China and the broader Asia-Pacific region.
"China remains the world's largest exporter and a critical consumer market," added Vincent Clerc, CEO of Maersk. Expanding logistics infrastructure in China strengthens global market connectivity, helping clients navigate trade challenges and seize growth opportunities.
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