- Launched in H1 2026, Heavy Weight Express service saw a 16% increase in Weight per Day growth for the region (excluding China)
- High-value, technology-related cargo, engineering & manufacturing, and automotive are the biggest drivers, making up two-thirds of the total weight of heavyweight segment
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2026 - Following DHL Express's introduction of Heavy Weight Express (HWX) this year, DHL Express recorded a 16% growth in its Time Definite International Weight per Day in Asia Pacific (excluding China) between January and July2026. This reflects how DHL's Smart Industrial Growth Strategy is yielding positive outcomes as businesses are moving heavier, critical components, machinery, and industrial equipment across borders.
DHL Express heavy weight cargo
The heavyweight market has been gaining traction in recent years. Industry research shows that an estimated 10.2 million tons of heavyweight shipments¹ are being moved in Asia Pacific (excluding China) each year. Many companies have spent years reducing inventory and improving efficiency across their supply chains. However, companies today operate in a far less predictable environment marked by trade disruptions, manufacturing bottlenecks, and fluctuating demand. The rise in heavyweight shipment volumes mirrors a shift in how businesses are managing supply chain risks, as they increasingly turn to express logistics not only to handle sudden shifts in demand but also to have greater agility, certainty and control over timelines.
"Behind the numbers is a simple reality: Businesses are shipping heavy when timing matters and when it's critical," said Ken Lee, CEO for Asia Pacific, DHL Express. "As companies continue to navigate a complex landscape where uncertainty has become the norm, speed and reliability have also become part of the business decision. Customers are making deliberate decisions on what they ship through our network. Our Heavy Weight Express solution helps companies avoid downtime, protect working capital and keep operations moving when supply chains don't go exactly as planned."
Technology, Engineering & Manufacturing, and Automotive top Asia Pacific's heavyweight contributors
Across the region, high-value, technology-related cargo, such as computer chips and semiconductors, accounts for the largest share of DHL Express's heavyweight segment at over 34%, driven by rapid investment in data centers to support the growing demandfor computing capacity, data storage, cloud services, as well as artificial intelligence. This has fueled demand for technology-related shipments, from semiconductors and servers to cooling systems and electrical infrastructure. However, a data center crunch is creating supply chain bottlenecks as demand for semiconductor manufacturing outpaces infrastructure supply. As a result, express logistics services are urgently activated to move critical components quickly and efficiently, helping to keep projects on schedule.
The other main contributors to the heavyweight segment are businesses in engineering & manufacturing as well as the automotive industry.
Automotive is the fastest growing sector
HWX service is also gaining strong momentum in the automotive sector, with its shipment weight increasing at a rate of nearly 20%. As the leading export region for this sector, Asia Pacific is also seeing a surge in Asian automotive brands, particularly Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturers from China and Southeast Asia. As these brands expand into new markets, they are also moving vehicle parts sourced from different suppliers and manufacturers across borders. This has created the appetite for expedited shipments to keep production running. In this sector, a single late or failed shipment could instantly cost automotive manufacturers millions of dollars.
Asia affirms role as a vital trading hub
In Asia Pacific (excluding China), the fastest growth in heavyweight shipments for the first seven months of the year came from India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Japan and Hong Kong. These markets reflect two of the region's strongest trade corridors – Southeast Asia's firm role as a manufacturing and sourcing base, and North Asia's strategic position as a hub for high-value technology, industrial and automotive supply chains. Additionally, India, the Philippines, and Vietnam are also recognized as key markets of the geographic tailwinds initiative.
"As companies continue to manufacture out of Asia, balancing project timelines and building more resilient and agile supply chains become a priority. To maintain production continuity and ensure certainty, they are consolidating goods into heavier shipments. These non-negotiable conditions are also "urgency drivers" that put us at an advantage to help deliver our customers' shipments at a definite time," said Ken Lee, CEO for Asia Pacific, DHL Express.
In recent years, DHL Express has added several new infrastructures across the region, including an expanded global hub in Hong Kong, facilities near Cebu and Manila airports, gateway at Christchurch airport, Hanoi gateway near Noi Bai airport, as well as Delhi gateway, culminating in approximately 1,000 facilities in the Asia Pacific region. This is further supported by a robust aviation network of around 810 flights per day.
¹McKinsey/IHS Markit (2024)
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DHL – The logistics company for the world
DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivaled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With approximately 389,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as "The logistics company for the world".
DHL is part of DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of approximately 82.9 billion euros in 2025. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. DHL Group aims to achieve net-zero emissions logistics by 2050.
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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2026 – Oriental Residence Bangkok presents a new chapter in urban living through The Art of Intuitive Refinement, a concept that combines the elegance of residential living with service that intuitively understands each guest's needs, respects their privacy and anticipates every detail to provide complete peace of mind throughout their stay. The philosophy of care behind this experience has also earned international recognition, with the property receiving One MICHELIN Key in both 2024 and 2025, marking its second consecutive year of recognition, as well as membership of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH).
Oriental Residence Bangkok brings The Art of Intuitive Refinement to life through intuitive care, privacy and spaces that embrace each guest's individual rhythm
At the heart of The Art of Intuitive Refinement is The Invisible Hand – an approach to care that does not need to be visible at every step, yet allows guests to feel that everything around them has been thoughtfully prepared and is exactly where it needs to be. Guests are free to enjoy uninterrupted time and privacy, while remaining assured that a dedicated team is always ready to assist.
One expression of this philosophy is the 24-hour butler service available to guests staying in Prestige Club Rooms. Acting as a personal assistant throughout the stay, the butler takes care of luggage, garments and shoes, as well as restaurant reservations and curating places and experiences in Bangkok around each guest's individual interests. Every detail is handled seamlessly before it becomes something the guest needs to request or worry about.
Guests staying in Prestige Club Rooms also enjoy access to the Executive Lounge, a private space for relaxation from the moment of arrival, as well as for informal meetings. The lounge offers private check-in and check-out, refreshments and snacks throughout the day, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails and canapés. Every moment within the lounge is designed to feel private and relaxed, allowing guests to spend their time in their own way, without interruption.
This sense of perfectly considered care is also reflected in the hotel's design by renowned designer Barbara Barry, who conveys tranquillity through gentle lines, warm tones, natural materials and the delicate use of light. Together, these elements create an atmosphere that encourages genuine relaxation. Within the guestrooms, details are prepared with thoughtful simplicity, from quality bedding and sleep masks to carefully selected music that creates an environment conducive to restful sleep, allowing guests to wake refreshed and ready for a new day.
For executives, business travellers, families and those staying in Bangkok for several days or weeks, the one- to three-bedroom residences are designed to support every aspect of daily living. Each offers a separate living area, kitchen and dedicated workspace, enabling guests to work, spend time with their family or relax within their own private surroundings. This allows them to maintain their familiar way of living without having to change how they live simply because they are away from home.
Every part of the day can unfold within the hotel, beginning with dining at Café Claire, a contemporary French bistro, followed by relaxed moments beside the pool or in a cabana at The Play Deck, and concluding with drinks and evening conversations at Oriental Bar. Meanwhile, the outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and leisure spaces invite guests to pause from their daily schedules and spend their time as they choose. As the bustle of meetings, travel and activities across the city gradually fades, what remains is the opportunity to pause and reconnect with themselves.
The surrounding neighbourhood is equally integral to the residential experience. Set on Wireless Road amid Bangkok's embassy district, the hotel offers both tranquillity and privacy, while providing convenient connections to the city's business districts, shopping destinations and lifestyle attractions. Whether guests wish to engage with the energy of the city or retreat to a quieter pace, nearby Lumphini Park and Benjakitti Park offer green spaces where they can spend time in nature.
Ultimately, The Art of Intuitive Refinement is not about making every element conspicuous, but about the art of ensuring that everything is thoughtfully considered and in its proper place. When care is offered without the need to ask, privacy is respected and every detail has been anticipated, what remains is more than comfort: it is time and space that genuinely belong to each guest, allowing them to focus on themselves, the people who matter and the things that give meaning to each day.
Within the portfolio of ONYX Hospitality Group, Oriental Residence offers a distinctive residential experience defined by tranquillity, privacy and thoughtful attention to detail. It complements the Group's core brands – Amari, OZO and Shama – by enabling guests to choose an experience suited to different travel styles and moments in life, while spending more time on what holds meaning for them. This reflects ONYX Hospitality Group's "More of What You Love" philosophy.
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About ONYX Hospitality Group
ONYX Hospitality Group, a reputable force in the Asia-Pacific hospitality industry, operates a collection of comprehensive yet complementary brands - Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence - catering to the distinctive needs of discerning business and leisure travellers across the region where it has deep expertise. In addition to its brand portfolio, ONYX Hospitality Group also operates additional hospitality services across spa and food & beverage. With six decades of management experience, the company extends its innovative solutions throughout the region, upholding internationally recognised standards and ensuring optimal operational manoeuvrability. By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unparalleled experiences in a dynamic and competitive market, meeting the ever-evolving demands of travellers.
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