Robots are making their way into warehouses, and by 2025, China’s overall logistics costs are expected to drop to a historic low. According to a report by the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing, released at the 2026 Logistics Technology Conference in Huzhou, Zhejiang, there will be significant advancements in logistics technology by 2025. The report highlights that the integration of new logistics equipment, particularly through the application of “artificial intelligence +”, will not only enhance operational efficiency but also substantially reduce logistics costs across the country.
By 2025, it is anticipated that the scale of logistics demand in China will continue to grow steadily, with ongoing optimization of its structure. The widespread use of new logistics equipment such as mobile collaborative robots, intelligent sorting devices, and unmanned delivery systems will strengthen logistics’ support for economic development, leading to continuous improvements in logistics efficiency.
The report indicates that the ratio of total social logistics costs to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will fall to 13.9% in 2025, marking the lowest level on record. This signifies a decrease in logistics costs required for each unit of GDP. The innovative application of logistics equipment will be a key factor in reducing costs and increasing efficiency. Cutting-edge technologies such as embodied intelligence, large-scale logistics models, and low-altitude logistics are rapidly advancing. Notably, significant progress has been made in the end-to-end technology path of embodied intelligence in logistics.
Embodied robots are beginning to enter warehouses and factories, marking a significant transition from “automated guided vehicles” to intelligent agents that can perceive, think, and operate. In recent years, many manufacturers have initiated the use of unmanned logistics equipment. In July of last year, JD Logistics launched its self-developed Smart Wolf system for delivery, which has entered a new phase of nationwide replication and application. This system incorporates Smart Wolf handling robots, Smart Wolf flying ladder robots, and automated storage and picking stations, fully utilizing warehouse heights of 12 meters for high-density storage.
In January of this year, the opening ceremony for Xiaomi’s automated finished goods warehouse took place at its smart home appliance factory in Wuhan. This warehouse integrates AMR robots, automatic leak detection systems, RGV shuttle vehicles, and a 24-meter tall automated storage system, achieving full process automation from product off-line to storage and distribution. The AMR robots autonomously handle goods, while the automatic leak detection system ensures precise quality inspection at the millimeter level. The comprehensive system efficiently connects various storage areas, with a throughput capacity exceeding 260 pallets per hour.
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