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SF launches Asia-Pacific bulky-goods logistics service to bolster Southeast Asia cross-border logistics

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SF launches Asia-Pacific bulky-goods logistics service to bolster Southeast Asia cross-border logistics
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SF launches Asia-Pacific bulky-goods logistics service to bolster Southeast Asia cross-border logistics

2025-12-12 17:20 Last Updated At:17:22

SHENZHEN, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 December 2025 - SF International is aligning its strategy with the evolution of global supply chains, steadily building a cross-border service portfolio that links China with the rest of Asia and extends to markets worldwide. The company is responding to industrial-chain relocation and to growing demand for both product exports and the offshoring of production capacity, while developing logistics infrastructure built for certainty, resilience and rapid response.

After rolling out services such as "SF Smartlink Vietnam", "SF India Sky Prime" and "Ylink" in November, SF International has now broadened its offering with a new bulky-goods logistics service portfolio, advancing an integrated large-item supply-chain network overseas and strengthening its global logistics footprint.

Looking ahead to 2026, the company plans to place a sharper focus on China - Asia corridors and on building a more modular, matrix-style product portfolio to better support customers as they expand globally.

On 9 December, SF International, together with four of its Asia-Pacific branches — SF Thailand, SF Singapore, SF Malaysia and SF Indonesia — unveiled its Asia-Pacific bulky-goods logistics service portfolio at a launch event in Bangkok, Thailand. Attendees at the event included leading Chinese companies such as Midea, TCL, Hisense and Changan, alongside representatives from major local firms, including King Power Group. At the event, SF Thailand signed memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Midea and TCL.

SF launches Asia-Pacific bulky-goods logistics service to bolster Southeast Asia cross-border logistics

SF launches Asia-Pacific bulky-goods logistics service to bolster Southeast Asia cross-border logistics

The company unveiled a new "one-stop solution" for bulky-goods shipments, offering end-to-end coverage across four Southeast Asian markets — Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.

Leveraging its proprietary and mature regional network, the new service portfolio is designed to support Chinese brands and manufacturers expanding overseas. The rollout marks a further step in SF's push to strengthen its Asia-Pacific logistics capabilities and is expected to provide fresh momentum for both Chinese companies going abroad and local Southeast Asian businesses.

Tackling bottlenecks in bulky-goods logistics

As Chinese producers of everything from home appliances and furniture to industrial equipment expand abroad, they encounter persistent bottlenecks in moving bulky goods across borders. Challenges range from transport and last-mile delivery to customs clearance.

SF's new offerings respond to these pressures with two core services: bulky-goods express delivery and full-truckload logistics. These are complemented by ten value-added services, including delivery and installation, extended home delivery, bulky-goods warehouse delivery, warehousing for bulky goods, and product exchange. Together, they form an end-to-end service framework covering the key nodes of the large-item supply chain.

The launch marks SF's establishment of an integrated bulky-goods supply chain overseas, aimed at helping clients across sectors improve the efficiency and quality of their offshore operations.

Integrated solution for home appliances and furniture

SF has introduced a fully integrated Asia-Pacific supply-chain solution for bulky home appliances and furniture logistics. Designed to meet the needs of this segment, the solution replaces fragmented logistics links with an end-to-end system spanning air, sea, and land transport, warehousing, bulky-goods distribution, delivery and installation, and reverse logistics.

The integration sharply reduces supply-chain complexity. Tasks that once required coordination with five or six providers can now be routed entirely through SF.

Standardization underpins reliability; customization widens use cases

SF's one-stop bulky-goods solution combines standardization and operational stability with flexibility. Clear delivery commitments, a unified pricing structure, controlled service boundaries, and flexible product configurations provide clients with predictable and transparent service.

Leveraging SF's proprietary delivery network, the solution secures stable last-mile performance, supported by end-to-end shipment visibility and door-to-door service.

On safety, SF uses specialized packaging materials and handling equipment, with an integrated process covering protective packing, careful loading and unloading, home delivery, standardized installation, and after-sales support to safeguard large items in transit.

On capability, the bulky-goods logistics service portfolio spans six supply-chain links: warehousing for bulky goods, heavy-parcel express, freight transport, warehouse delivery for oversized goods, integrated delivery and installation, and returns management.

On scenario coverage, the suite supports e-commerce, traditional retail, store delivery, and factory-to-warehouse flows. It also provides sector-specific solutions for furniture, home appliances, industrial machinery, and fitness equipment, meeting diverse bulky-goods logistics needs across verticals.

Covering core Southeast Asian markets with localized capabilities

SF's Asia-Pacific bulky-goods logistics service portfolio spans four key Southeast Asian markets: Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. Leveraging its proprietary delivery network, SF has built a stable, controllable integrated service system linking local and cross-border operations. Its innovative product, YLink, further integrates logistics, capital flow, and information flow to create a unified, end-to-end supply chain capability.

YLink addresses cross-border challenges by extending services into trade execution. For upstream operations, SF can handle sourcing of raw materials and, leveraging its cross-border supply-chain capabilities, deliver them directly to overseas VMI warehouses. The company also provides JIT delivery of materials to factories, ensuring stable supply and reliable fulfillment. For downstream operations, it offers consignment sales and consolidated warehouse-and-distribution support, delivering both B2B store fulfillment and B2C delivery-and-installation services. This minimizes inventory and capital tied up while ensuring reliable delivery, helping companies accelerate cash flow.

Localized operations in Thailand and Singapore

In Thailand, SF leverages abundant vehicle resources and agile delivery network to provide nationwide bulky-goods pickup and delivery coverage. Services include large-item warehousing (forwarding warehouses) and integrated delivery-and-installation. Installation capabilities cover standard furniture and home appliances, as well as specialized items such as electric vehicles and charging stations.

In Singapore, bulky-goods logistics have been fully upgraded. Nearly ten proprietary outlets, over 300 in-house vehicles, and a professional customs team underpin a high-timeliness fulfillment system. This includes warehouse-to-store night delivery for next-morning availability, scheduled time-slot deliveries, and air freight capacity for timely cross-border shipments.

SF has also introduced "white-glove service" in Singapore. A dedicated two-person team provides exclusive personnel and vehicles, careful in-home placement, on-site installation, and post-service cleanup, setting a new standard for premium bulky-goods logistics.

Scaling capabilities across Asia-Pacific

SF has deployed nearly 40 overseas warehouses across the Asia-Pacific region, totaling around 300,000 square meters. The network includes general, e-commerce, VMI, bonded, and temperature-controlled warehouses.

In Southeast Asia, SF's localized service network has reached significant scale, with over 10,000 in-house delivery personnel, more than 20 regional hubs, and 780 outlets. It operates across 20+ customs clearance ports and holds self-operated clearance qualifications in multiple countries. Cross-border and local services now extend to 18 countries across Southeast, East, and South Asia, as well as Oceania, serving over 9,000 enterprise clients.

This extensive infrastructure provides a solid foundation for SF's one-stop bulky-goods solution, ensuring consistent service reliability and timeliness.

SF International plans to launch cross-border supply chain solutions for different industries and scenarios, aiming to strengthen network integration and service capabilities, while steadily expanding a comprehensive supply chain system across Asia with global connections.

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Phase 3 Pavilion Expansion 100% Committed, Opening in September 2026

HONG KONG SAR and SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 August 2026 – Hang Lung Properties Limited ("Hang Lung" or the "Company"; SEHK stock code: 00101) today announced the upgrade of Plaza 66 in Shanghai, adding and reconfiguring a total of 6,749 square meters of commercial and community space to anchor its position as a leading, next generation, world-class luxury retail destination in the Chinese Mainland. As part of the enhancements, the Pavilion Expansion, i.e. Phase 3 of Plaza 66,will officially open in September 2026, adding approximately 4,300 square meters of retail space and a 645-square-meter Art Pavilion, an open-air leisure and community area. In addition, the mall will introduce a 1,080-square-meter Roof Garden,and enlarge its exclusive VIC Lounge by 65% to 724 square meters. Together with an expanded dining offering, these enhancements will further attract affluent customers seeking arrays of sophisticated lifestyle experiences.

Enhancements of Plaza 66, Shanghai

Enhancements of Plaza 66, Shanghai

The Pavilion Expansion has already achieved full commitment. Building on the mall's existing portfolio of flagship maisons from leading international luxury brands, the project will introduce 27 new brands, including first-in-market and concept stores from some of the world's most prestigious names (see Appendix for details). The expansion will further strengthen the mall's luxury retail offering while introducing a new curation of premium dining concepts.

Exterior view of Plaza 66 Pavilion Expansion

Exterior view of Plaza 66 Pavilion Expansion

Plaza 66 is further enriching its placemaking and community-focused spaces and experiences:

  • Art Pavilion (near the intersection of Nanyang Road and North Shaanxi Road): An open-air landscaped sanctuary designed for leisure and community engagement.
  • Roof Garden (Level 6 of the mall): An urban resort-inspired placemaking venue scheduled to open in Q4 2026.
  • VIC Lounge (relocating to Level 5 of the mall): The expanded lounge, scheduled to open in Q1 2027, will feature additional outdoor space, enhancing brand experiences, bespoke hospitality, and its positioning as a diverse lifestyle partner.
  • Enhanced Dining Portfolio (across the mall and the Pavilion): Approximately 20 restaurants are being rolled out, ranging from Michelin-starred establishments to Shanghai first-to-market concepts.

Roof Garden opening in Q4 2026 on Level 6 of Plaza 66 mall (artist's impression)
Ms. Janice Cheung, Director – Mainland Business Operation of Hang Lung Properties, said:"This year marks the 66th anniversary of Hang Lung and the 25th anniversary of Plaza 66. Over the years, Plaza 66 has continuously upgraded its retail offering and tenant mix, enriching its ecosystem of refined luxury experiences to meet evolving market demand. Our latest advancements address strong interest from leading international brands while curating novel experiences that blend emotional engagement with authentic cultural resonance. The project will further reinforce Plaza 66's luxury retail leadership in the Chinese Mainland and on West Nanjing Road, support Shanghai's development as an international consumption center, and meet the expectations of our new generation of discerning customers."

Roof Garden opening in Q4 2026 on Level 6 of Plaza 66 mall (artist's impression)

Roof Garden opening in Q4 2026 on Level 6 of Plaza 66 mall (artist's impression)

Looking ahead, Hang Lung will continue to optimize its retail and spatial offerings across its portfolio, leveraging the success of Plaza 66 to tailor sophisticated lifestyle experiences that integrate commerce, culture, and community.

Appendix: Overview of the Plaza 66 Development

Phase 1
(Mall and Office Tower 1)
Phase 2
(Office Tower 2)
Phase 3
(Pavilion Expansion)
Opening year 2001 2006 September 2026
Area Existing space

  • Retail Space: 53,700 sq. m.
  • Office Tower:
    ~85,000 sq. m.
Existing space

  • Office Tower:
    ~75,000 sq. m.
Existing space

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Enhancements

  • Roof Garden: 1,080 sq. m.
Enhancements

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Enhancements

  • Retail Space: ~4,300 sq. m.
  • Art Pavilion: 645 sq. m.
  • Public Space: ~3,205 sq. m.
Number of retail brands Over 120 -- 27

  • Retail Space: 53,700 sq. m.
  • Office Tower:
    ~85,000 sq. m.

  • Office Tower:
    ~75,000 sq. m.

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  • Roof Garden: 1,080 sq. m.

--

  • Retail Space: ~4,300 sq. m.
  • Art Pavilion: 645 sq. m.
  • Public Space: ~3,205 sq. m.

Appendix: Brands at the Plaza 66 Pavilion Expansion

  1. B1ock (Featuring Shanghai's first CAFÉ ASTIER DE VILLATTE and B1OCK GALLERY contemporary art gallery)
  2. Balmain
  3. BegL
  4. Berluti
  5. Borsalino (First official boutique in Greater China)
  6. Brunello Cucinelli (First flagship store in Chinese Mainland)
  7. Crave
  8. Dunhill
  9. Huawei (World's first flagship store featuring the brand's latest premium retail concept)
  10. Hublot (Exclusive flagship store in China)
  11. John Lobb
  12. La Moda
  13. Messika (First store in Greater China featuring the brand's latest concept)
  14. Montblanc
  15. NUITS (Michelin Guide Recommended)
  16. Piaget
  17. Santa Maria Novella (First directly operated boutique in China)
  18. Somsak Thai Fan (First store in China)
  19. Thom Browne (New Shanghai flagship store)
  20. Tod's
  21. WooYoungMi (First boutique in Shanghai)
  22. Xingrong Sichuan Bistro (First store in China)
  23. Zegna

The remaining four brands will be announced later.

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About Hang Lung Properties

Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) creates compelling spaces that enrich lives. Headquartered in Hong Kong and Shanghai, the Company manages a portfolio of over 3.6 million square meters of retail, office, residential, and hotel properties across Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland.

The Company's diverse portfolio in Hong Kong includes office towers and malls in prime districts, as well as luxury residential developments in prestigious areas. In the Chinese Mainland, under the signature "66" brand, the Company's mixed-use and retail developments are regarded as premium landmarks, strategically located in the hearts of key cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan, and Hangzhou.

The Company is recognized for pioneering sustainability in the real estate industry, with an MSCI ESG rating of AA and inclusion on CDP "A List" for Climate Change. The Company powers 90% of its operating properties in the Chinese Mainland with renewable energy, with a net-zero commitment by 2050.

At Hang Lung Properties – We Do It Well.

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About Plaza 66, Shanghai

Plaza 66 Shanghai is one of China's most prestigious luxury retail destinations and an iconic landmark in Shanghai. Strategically located in the heart of Nanjing West Road, the complex comprises a world-class luxury shopping mall and two Grade A office towers, with a total gross floor area of over 210,000 square meters.

The mall is home to over 100 internationally renowned luxury fashion brands and premium dining brands. The two office towers, rising 66 and 48 storeys respectively, accommodate approximately 100 multinational corporations and leading domestic enterprises across the financial services, professional services and consumer sectors. The ongoing expansion of Plaza 66, Shanghai, includes a standalone low-rise extension that will increase retail area by approximately 13%, creating an even more diverse and elevated experience for visitors.

Powered by renewable energy, Plaza 66 Shanghai has earned Platinum certification under the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED v4.0 Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings rating system, as well as Platinum certification under the International WELL Building Institute's WELL Core V2 standard. The development is also a member of the prestigious Les Clefs d'Or international concierge network.

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Art Pavilion in Plaza 66 debuted with Burberry

Art Pavilion in Plaza 66 debuted with Burberry

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