UPS has announced significant enhancements to its intra-Asia air network, aiming to facilitate faster and more reliable trade across the Asia Pacific region. These upgrades, revealed on 16 September 2025, include increased flight frequency and capacity, particularly between Shenzhen and Sydney, as well as improved transit times from Asia and Europe to Australia.
The logistics giant now operates five weekly Boeing 767 flights from Shenzhen to Sydney, quadrupling capacity on this high-growth trade lane. This expansion is designed to meet the rising demand in sectors such as healthcare, technology, and automotive. “We continue to see strong momentum across Asia Pacific,” said Wilfredo Ramos, president of UPS Asia Pacific. “Our network is designed to give our customers the agility, reliability, and assurance they need to grow confidently in a dynamic region.”
Key improvements include a reduction in delivery time from China, Hong Kong SAR, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam to Australia, now achievable in two business days. Additionally, next-business-day delivery is available for Friday pickups. The enhancements also mean exports to major Asian markets and imports from Europe will arrive one day earlier, providing Australian businesses with faster access to critical goods.
Furthermore, UPS has upgraded its Hanoi-Shenzhen route by deploying larger Boeing 747 freighters, doubling weekly cargo capacity to 570 tonnes. This move supports growing demand from Vietnam to China, Hong Kong SAR, Japan, Malaysia, and Thailand, offering next-business-day deliveries to China and Hong Kong SAR.
These developments follow recent investments by UPS in Malaysia and Japan, aimed at enhancing delivery capabilities and expanding services. As UPS continues to invest in its global network, these enhancements are expected to optimise supply chains and support business growth across the region.
