Supply chain management has always been an important part of Lazada’s eCommerce operations. The company currently boasts Southeast Asia’s second-largest and most intelligent integrated logistics and supply chain network for digital commerce. Aside from building an effective and efficient logistics network, Lazada has also made it a key priority to ensure that its logistics ecosystem is eco-friendly and sustainable across the region.

In Vietnam, in particular, the company has made ample strides in making its logistics operations better for the planet. In 2017, Lazada Logistics piloted its very own fleet of electric bicycles in major urban hubs in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with the aim to reduce delivery times and manage its carbon footprint. Starting this month, Lazada Logistics will begin using its 100-strong fleet of electric delivery motorbikes in the country as part of an initiative with Selex Motors, a Vietnam-based startup that develops electric vehicles. This partnership is especially important in contributing to the comprehensive development of Vietnam’s delivery industry. 

“Lazada Logistics’ partnership with Selex Motors aims to pave the way for the adoption of more sustainable solutions by the wider transportation industry. With electric motorbikes from Selex Motors, we will create a more sustainable delivery fleet for Lazada Logistics in Vietnam, which is in line with our goal of managing our impact on the environment, including with efforts to decarbonize our last-mile delivery,” said Vu Duc Thinh, chief logistics officer of Lazada Logistics in Vietnam.