Jingdong's 'Thunder Warehouse' Opens in the UK, Reportedly Rented to TikTok

UKSocial CommerceTikTok ShopSocial CommerceEcommerce LogisticsIthome.com · October 13, 2026 at 8:52 AM · Translated from Chinese

Jingdong's 'Thunder Warehouse' has opened in the UK, and according to reports, it has been rented to TikTok for its e-commerce platform, TikTok Shop. The warehouse, named Rugby 251, is located in Warwickshire and spans 251,000 square feet. The 10-year contract is valued at around 11 pounds per square foot.

This development is significant for social commerce as it indicates TikTok's expanding presence in the UK e-commerce market. The warehouse will be used to support TikTok Shop, creating jobs in the area and highlighting the growing importance of social media platforms in the online shopping landscape.

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