STO Express Global (Philippines) Group, a logistics company, launched its operations in Meycauayan City, Bulacan on July 20, 2025.
Board chairman Zhu Qun said the Philippines is one of the fastest-growing markets in Southeast Asia. With a population of 110 million and a rapidly growing e-commerce industry, the country is an important part of STO Express’s global expansion plans.
Zhu announced the company’s localization plan called “Integrate into the local and serve the local.”, and listed the company’s three main commitments.
The first is to focus on local talent. Over 90 percent of STO Express employees in the Philippines are Filipinos. The management team includes experts from both the Philippines and China.
Delivery staff are trained in both English and Filipino and are equipped with smart devices to improve service.
The second is continuous investment in infrastructure. Using Bulacan as a transportation hub, the company plans to build more distribution centers across the country.
Within three years, STO aims to open over 1,000 service outlets to create a strong and efficient delivery network nationwide.
The third is to offer innovative services. Since the Philippines often uses cash-on-delivery and has a complex address system, STO will use its smart logistics technology to solve these challenges and improve delivery operations.
Zhu also said that the Philippines is not just a key market, but also a base for operations and talent development as STO expands further into Southeast Asia.
