January
A sourcing center opens in Hong Kong to drive cross-border marketplace activities.
Second half of the year
Lazada Group introduces Marketplace - an online platform that provides brands, distributors and retailers in Southeast Asia a fast and easy access to online commerce.
June
Lazada.com launches a mobile application for Android devices and its own fleet of riders for product delivery.
September
LAZADA CROSSBORDER, Hong Kong
Launched in September 2013, Lazada International offers sellers from around the world an easy one-stop solution to sell directly into Southeast Asia. Our office in Hong Kong serves as the headquarter where we maintain and develop relationships with our international sellers.
December
US$200 million investment received, led by multinational general merchandise retailer, Tesco.