UC Express

About UC Express

UC Express, known in China as YOUSU Logistics (优速快递), was established in 2009 and carved out a specific niche within the competitive Chinese logistics market by focusing on large parcel delivery. The company was founded by Yu Lianbing, a veteran of the courier industry who had previously been involved in founding other logistics companies. His journey began with various roles before he identified the potential in China's express delivery sector, leading him to establish UC Express with a strategic focus on heavier shipments to differentiate from competitors.

The company's headquarters were initially in Dongguan before relocating to Shanghai. A pivotal moment in the company's history was its strategic shift in 2015 to specialize in the delivery of large parcels, generally defined as items weighing between 3kg and 100kg. This focus attracted corporate clients and strategic partners, including prominent names like Haier, Huawei, and Foxconn. In 2019, UC Express was integrated into the YM Global (壹米滴答) group, operating as its express delivery brand. Following the unexpected passing of founder Yu Lianbing in May 2019, the board appointed Yang Xingyun as the new CEO in July of that year.

UC Express operates primarily in the domestic Chinese market, providing trackable and insured express delivery services for both individual and business clients. Its business model centers on offering cost-effective solutions for large and heavy parcels, a segment often underserved by standard couriers. The service portfolio is tiered by weight, such as the U3 service for packages up to 3kg and the U10 service for items from 3-10kg, which includes value-added options like upstairs delivery. The company generates revenue through the provision of these nationwide logistics services, which also include warehousing and supply chain management solutions. While its main operations are domestic, UC Express also handles the domestic leg of international shipments and offers services between mainland China and Hong Kong/Macau.