The Luxury and Fashion industry has rapidly transformed due to technological advancements, evolving consumer preferences, market dynamics, and the impact of COVID-19 on buying behavior.

As e-commerce has grown, the industry has been developing in a multichannel landscape, and online purchasing is closing the gap with brick-and-mortar sales. At DHL we embrace this evolution and are committed to navigate and capitalize on these changes, ensuring they stay at the forefront of the industry's evolution.
DISCOVER OUR LATEST INSIGHTS ABOUT THE LUXURY AND FASHION INDUSTRY

Explore the trends and challenges in the luxury goods and fashion industries in this report. Find out why there is a need for supply chain adaptation to meet changing consumer preferences and behaviors in the Asia Pacific region.
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Omnichannel strategy Omnichannel strategy
Supply chain optimization Supply chain optimization
Premium customer experience Premium customer experience
Sustainability Sustainability

Enabling your omnichannel strategy

With consumers buying both offline and online, an agile omnichannel logistics strategy is at the heart of customer-centric retail organizations.

Our modular offering allows customers to partner with us with a high level of flexibility and customization to build unique solutions. We provide B2C and B2B e-commerce and traditional fulfillment solutions that synchronize inventory, logistics and distribution functions across all sales channels to meet consumer demand.

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Optimizing your supply chain operations

Remove the complexities of implementing supply chain efficiencies, managing security, and integrating multiple electronic and mobile sales channels.

With our easily replicable solutions for our retail customers, we set up new facilities, partnerships and services, reducing costs and introducing lean logistics processes with the highest quality operational and health and safety standards.

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Delivering a premium customer experience

Our logistics solution for high value products ensures the security of luxury goods as well as overcoming the key challenges of globalization, consolidation and diversification.

Our value-added-services (from gift-wrapping, engraving to kitting) allow you to address the growing demand for personalization. Our drivers can provide white glove services to ensure the best end experience at your customers' doorstep.

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Supporting your sustainability agenda

Retail companies face increased pressure to reduce their carbon footprint, deliver positive social impact and foster responsible business practices.

We enable our customers to achieve their sustainability targets through concrete Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) priorities across our warehousing, transportation and packaging solutions.

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India Vietnam Indonesia Australia Taiwan Myanmar Thailand Malaysia Singapore Philippines New Zealand Japan Korea
APAC Region

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Asia Pacific

DHL Supply Chain Asia Pacific has a strong standing with Luxury and Fashion brands. Combined with our omni-channel capabilities, we are leading the way in supporting our customers in expanding their omnichannel agenda.

100+

Fashion, Luxury & Lifestyle customers and operations across key markets

11 countries

in APAC with e-commerce expertise

>1.5mil

Omnichannel related sqm

Up to 329k

Orders / day / peak

>12.4 mil

Orders / year

Multi-user facilities

Across most Tier 1 cities

Australia

Case study

For a premium brands retailer in Australia facing challenges in managing multiple warehouses across the country, we established a national distribution center in Australia.

The solution provided scalability, improved productivity with automated picking, reduced warehouse footprint by 33%, and effective peak management. The customer also gained omni-channel operations and enhanced order management through a best-in-class warehouse management system.

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80+

Locations

1mil+

Storage sqm

5,000+

Supply chain employees

2,000+

Owned & Captive Vehicles

India

Case study

For an international sportswear and lifestyle retailer in India, we consolidated 5 Distribution Centers (DC) into a national DC in Gurugram, New Delhi, addressing varying operational standards and enabling scalability.

This resulted in a 50% reduction in footprint, increased order accuracy and service levels, a 7-year growth plan, and cost per unit reductions for the customer.

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140+

Locations

1.2mil+

Storage sqm

19,000+

Supply chain employees

2,000

Owned & Captive Vehicles

Indonesia

Case study

For an international fashion retailer, we provided a comprehensive solution, addressing challenges such as long transit times from Europe, new market requirements, and complicated return processes. By establishing a regional fulfillment hub in a free trade zone, we offered a fully integrated solution, resulting in lower freight costs, reduced lead times, increased operational capacity, efficient return management, and expanded market coverage in Asia.

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80+

Locations

450,000

Storage sqm

4,500+

Supply chain employees

180+

Owned & Captive Vehicles

Japan

Case study

As the logistics provider for Baycrew’s in Japan since 2016, we have significantly enhanced their operations through a digital solution for omnichannel retail, the development of a top-notch logistics infrastructure, and the integration of various automation technologies, including RFID tagging and an automated packing line. These initiatives have optimized productivity, improved supply chain capabilities, and fueled Baycrews' business growth.

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100

Locations

480,000

Storage sqm

2,700+

Supply chain employees

500+

Owned & Captive Vehicles

South Korea

Case study

For a British luxury fashion retailer in Korea, we optimized the supply chain and implemented an end-to-end logistics solution, resulting in improved delivery accuracy, decreased product damage, and achieved new standards for order fulfillment rates of over 99.9%., for an enhanced customer experience.

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12

Locations

112,000

Storage sqm

500+

Supply chain employees

225

Owned & Captive Vehicles

Malaysia

Case study

For a luxury clothing retailer in Malaysia facing challenges during sales peaks, we implemented a multi-mode transport model and improved picking methodology.

This resulted in consistently met delivery service level agreements, improved stock availability, lower overhead costs, and simplified planning and ordering. The customer also benefited from knowledge sharing within the global network of DHL.

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70

Locations

236,000

Storage sqm

2,300+

Supply chain employees

350+

Owned & Captive Vehicles

New Zealand

We deliver secure, agile and sustainable retail supply chain solutions that span a wide variety of retailers in New Zealand. Our deep retail supply chain experience and best-in-class IT platform ensure our customers have constant visibility and speed, multi-channel delivery and a consistent customer experience globally.

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11

Locations

130,000+

Storage sqm

650

Supply chain employees

40+

Owned & Captive Vehicles

Philippines

Case study

For a beauty retailer in Philippines facing challenges in timely fulfillment of online orders, complex requirements for bundling and promotions, and demand growth, DHL implemented a comprehensive solution allowing the retailer to benefit significantly from a central location that enabled on-time deliveries and competitive distribution costs. It also provided flexibility for future growth, increased efficiency in order fulfillment, and reduced return volumes.

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27+

Locations

350,000+

Storage sqm

3,500+

Supply chain employees

1,200+

Owned & Captive Vehicles

Singapore

Case study

For an international retailer, our integrated solutions effectively addressed customer challenges in inventory management and scalability, resulting in improved accuracy, productivity, order fulfilment, and cost-efficiency.

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19

Locations

230,000+

Storage sqm

2,400+

Supply chain employees

70+

Owned & Captive Vehicles

Taiwan

Case study

For a luxury fashion retailer in Taiwan facing challenges in handling multiple product categories, store assembly, and process standardization, leading to high costs and inefficiencies, DHL provided expertise, standardized procedures, and continuous improvement.

This resulted in enhanced efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and job standardization for the customer.

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24

Locations

160,000+

Storage sqm

1,000+

Supply chain employees

700+

Owned & Captive Vehicles

Thailand

Case study

We partnered a leading e-commerce enabler to drive digital commerce transformation in Thailand by integrating B2B and B2C supply chains.

We provided the customer with end-to-end e-commerce solutions, including strategic demand generation, dedicated storage, optimized warehouse space, and integrated IT systems. As a result, the customer experienced reduced costs, increased flexibility, efficient operations with 100% accuracy, and on-time shipments.

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73

Locations

678,000

Storage sqm

10,000+

Supply chain employees

3,800+

Owned & Captive Vehicles

Vietnam

Case study

For a global beauty conglomerate customer facing challenges with high transport costs, inefficient goods handling, and inconsistent quality standards from an external packaging vendor. DHL provided a fully managed solution, bringing packaging operations in-house, eliminating transportation fees, offering scalability for future needs, and the potential for sustainable packaging implementation.

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15

Locations

150,000+

Storage sqm

1,100+

Supply chain employees

1,500+

Owned & Captive Vehicles
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Fashion & Environment White Paper

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Supporting Both B2B and B2C Supply Chain

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