09 Jan 2024 --- China’s Ministry of Transport announced new stringent regulations for the country’s burgeoning parcel delivery sector in a move aimed at boosting environmental sustainability and consumer protection. The measures are set to take effect on March 1.The new amendment from last week replaces the 2013 rules, mirroring the sector’s expansion. Central to the regulation is the push toward eco-friendly packaging. The updated rules encourage companies to adopt sustainable materials, countering the industry’s ecological footprint, which includes over 9 million tons of paper and 1.8 million tons of plastic annually.
