Driven by the booming global e-commerce logistics, intelligent manufacturing transformation and deepened cross-border 

cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative, export demand for storage shelves – a core logistics infrastructure – is soaring. 

As a global leader in shelf production, China stands out in the international market with complete industrial chains, 

technological innovation and cost-effective products, opening up broad overseas prospects for domestic enterprises.

Global Warehousing Upgrade Wave Spawns New Demand for Shelf Exports

The global shelf market is in a new growth cycle, fueled by three key demand drivers. First, expanding e-commerce logistics: 

30% of new warehouses (expected to exceed 2 billion sqm globally by 2025) need high-density shelves, 

with emerging markets like Southeast Asia and Latin America leading growth. Second, intelligent manufacturing upgrades 

boost demand for customized, high-precision shelves, with the manufacturing sector seeing over 15% annual 

growth in shelf procurement. Third, rapid cold chain development widens the gap for low-temperature and 

corrosion-resistant shelves, driving over 20% annual export growth.

Regionally, Europe and America have stable demand for intelligent and green shelves. Belt and Road countries, 

as emerging markets, see rising orders, while Central Asia and the Middle East have strong demand for 

heavy-duty and mezzanine shelves amid energy-driven logistics upgrades.

Core Advantages of China's Shelf Exports: 

Building Competitive Barriers from Four Dimensions

Chinese shelf enterprises have formed irreplaceable competitiveness in the global market, 

becoming preferred overseas partners.

First, complete industrial chains in China reduce raw material costs through local procurement. 

Industrial clusters enable large-scale production, enhancing cost advantages in the global market.

Second, a full product range (heavy-duty, mezzanine, drive-in, etc.) adapts to diverse scenarios. 

Customization capabilities meet regional needs, such as rust-proof shelves for tropical areas and 

low-temperature-stable ones for cold regions.

Third, strict quality control and international certifications (ISO, CE, etc.) ensure product reliability. 

Advanced production equipment guarantees precision and durability, adapting to global environments.

Fourth, port advantages and professional packaging/logistics solutions ensure efficient delivery. 

Comprehensive document services facilitate smooth customs clearance.

Key Points for Shelf Exports: Compliance and Adaptability Are Indispensable

Compliance and adaptability are key for overseas expansion. Enterprises must clarify product classification 

to avoid customs delays and meet target market standards (e.g., EU CBAM requirements for low-carbon steel).

Region-specific optimization includes rust-proof treatment for tropical areas, low-temperature stability tests for cold regions, 

and modular designs for emerging markets. Proper container selection and pre-coordinated unloading ensure smooth delivery.

Overseas Case Reference: Transformation from a 

Husband-and-Wife Workshop to a Global Supplier

Henan Jiuwei Intelligent Technology’s transformation offers valuable insights. Through two upgrades to heavy-duty 

and intelligent shelves, and continuous R&D investment, it now exports to over 40 countries, 

becoming a model for domestic enterprises.More Chinese enterprises expand overseas via "group collaboration", 

leveraging industrial clusters and participating in international exhibitions to secure large orders.

Future Outlook: Intelligence and Greenization Lead 

the New Direction of Shelf Exports

The global shelf export market will trend toward intelligence, modularization and greenization. Intelligent shelves 

with IoT technologies will grow rapidly, modular designs will improve deployment efficiency, 

and green materials/reusable designs will enhance competitiveness, aligning with global carbon neutrality goals.

By seizing global warehousing upgrade opportunities, deepening innovation and improving compliance, 

Chinese shelf enterprises will strengthen global competitiveness and contribute to the global logistics industry.