On November 13, Taobao Flash Sale announced the launch of four drone delivery routes on Huaniao Island, significantly enhancing convenience for both tourists and local residents by meeting daily consumption and emergency needs.

Huaniao Island, the northernmost inhabited island of the Shengsi Archipelago, is shaped like a soaring seagull and ranks among the most popular tourist destinations near Shanghai and Hangzhou, attracting over 500,000 visitors annually. Due to its isolated location—connected to the mainland only by ferry—logistics have long been a challenge.

With the new drone routes now operational, Taobao Flash Sale can provide rapid emergency responses for essentials such as food, medicine, urgent supplies, and small packages, marking a milestone in island logistics innovation.