JD.com racks up drone delivery first
Chinese e-commerce heavyweight JD.com has worked with the World Economic Forum (WEF) to launch its first government approved drone flight in Indonesia.
This took place on 8th January in West Java, where the drone flew from Jagabita Village, Parung Panjang to MIS Nurul Falah Leles Elementary School to deliver backpacks and books to students.
“It is a privilege to have contributed to this important moment in Indonesia’s history,” says Jon Liao, Chief Strategy Officer at JD.com. “We have been using drones for real deliveries in China for over two years now, and have seen the profound impact that the technology can have on people’s lives around the country. We look forward to working closely with WEF and the Indonesian government to realise the full potential of this technology, and provide more convenience to Indonesian citizens.”