BANGKOK, June 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Thailand's retail and logistics sectors are urgently overhauling supply chains following a major report revealing an 18.9% surge in delivery costs and a two-to-one consumer preference for predictability over speed. Released at Bangkok's Last Mile Leaders Asia Summit, FarEye's APAC Report 2026 highlights Thailand's growing footprint in regional logistics transformation, with local firms making up 11% of the study.
The findings signal a critical turning point for businesses battling compressed margins. To maintain competitiveness, Thai and APAC enterprises are aggressively pivoting operations. The report found that 48% of surveyed organizations plan to mitigate costs by increasing reliance on outsourced delivery providers. Furthermore, traditional logistical workflows are rapidly giving way to automation, with an overwhelming 98.3% of respondents now placing full trust in AI-enabled decision-making for routing and fleet management.
"Cost and speed are the main ballgame in retail logistics. The companies that win at the last mile in the next five years will be the ones deeply invested in AI-driven technology solutions, that is where the winners will be," said Mogana Dass Letchumanan, Senior Manager Warehouse & Distribution, MR DIY, reflecting on the report's findings at Last Mile Leaders Asia in Bangkok.
The summit brought together Thailand's market heavyweights including Thailand Post, BJC Big C, CPALL, Gosoft, Electrolux Thailand, CEVA Logistics, Jagota, SMDP, Thai Optical Group, Asia Pacific Postal Union, and Aje Group to align on cross-border supply chain strategies.
The event also hosted the EDGE Impact Awards to honor regional pioneers driving operational excellence. Winners included FAST Logistics and Hawk Logistics for Emerging Disruptor of the Year; Pos Malaysia and Universal Robina Corporation for Logistics Transformation Pioneer; AC Logistics as Cost Optimisation Champion; JB Hi-Fi Group for AI-Powered Delivery Transformation Leader; and Abenson and QuadX for Last Mile Network Excellence.
"The organizations that will lead the next phase of logistics are those building orchestrated delivery networks capable of making smarter decisions in real time," noted FarEye CEO Kushal Nahata.
Connect with Last Mile Leaders (https://lastmileleaders.com/) and explore FarEye (https://fareye.com/) to master your delivery operations.
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Thai Enterprises Face 18.9% Delivery Cost Surge as APAC Supply Chains Shift to AI and Reliability
LIUZHOU, China, June 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 7, Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor (DFLZM) hosted its 10th "67 Brand Customer Day" in Liuzhou. More than 700 participants, including government and corporate leaders, global partners, customer representatives, and media guests, attended the event. The event was livestreamed by over 100 media platforms, including CCTV Finance, and jointly covered by 870 domestic and international media outlets.
Entering the new development cycle of China's 15th Five-Year Plan, DFLZM will continue to implement its "Dual Engine Plan", targeting overseas sales of 155,000 vehicles by 2030 and accelerating its goal of "building another DFLZM overseas." To strengthen its global footprint, Dongfeng Forthing plans to add nine overseas smart manufacturing bases, 300 sales outlets, and 300 service outlets by 2030. This will shorten service coverage distances, enhance localized production and services, and drive the brand's transformation from "going global" to "deeply rooted and sustainably growing overseas."
At the event, Dongfeng Motor Group unveiled its next-generation T1 New Energy Commercial Vehicle Platform. As the industry's first fourth-generation 1,000V integrated hydrogen-electric platform developed through a scenario-driven approach, it supports multiple technology routes, including hydrogen fuel, hybrid hydrogen-electric, and battery-electric solutions. The platform is regarded as a "Chinese solution" for commercial vehicle electrification. Based on the T1 platform, DFLZM launched two new models: the Chenglong Yiwei 5 Super Edition and the Chenglong H7 PRO Hydrogen Edition, further expanding the Chenglong new-energy product portfolio.
The 2027 Forthing V9 also made its debut. Focusing on four key areas—comfort, intelligence, spaciousness, and safety—the vehicle features more than 20 upgrades, delivering a premium new-energy MPV experience. The Forthing V9 Camping Edition was showcased alongside it, creating a new market segment with its differentiated positioning. Designed for urban commuting, long-distance travel, and outdoor camping, it offers true multi-scenario versatility. Several popular overseas Forthing models were also displayed, attracting strong interest and recognition from customers.
DFLZM officially launched the "Her Haven" Women Truck Driver Care Program, establishing a four-dimensional support system to empower female truck drivers in the freight transport industry. Meanwhile, the company continues to support overseas vocational education and public welfare initiatives by operating the Luban Workshop project in Laos, providing employment opportunities for many outstanding students.
A Global Customer Recognition Ceremony was also held during the event, where three major awards were presented. Through user co-creation and deeper collaboration between government and enterprise partners, the ceremony highlighted the spirit of mutual success and partnership.
Driven by forward-looking technological innovation, market-oriented implementation, industrial upgrading, and social responsibility, the 10th "67 Brand Customer Day" showcased DFLZM's transformation achievements. Rooted in Liuzhou and looking to the world, the company will continue to work closely with customers and partners worldwide to advance collaborative growth and embark on a new chapter of globalization.
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Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor's 10th "67 Brand Customer Day" Advancing New Pathways for Global Growth
Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor's 10th "67 Brand Customer Day" Advancing New Pathways for Global Growth
Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor's 10th "67 Brand Customer Day" Advancing New Pathways for Global Growth
