Cross-Border E-commerce Logistics Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The global cross-border e-commerce logistics market size is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 13.40% in the forecast period of 2025-2034.

Key Trends in the Market

Cross-border e-commerce logistics refers to the online transportation of goods from a business or retailer to a customer, across an international border. It encompasses procedures such as customs clearances, international shipments, and warehousing, among others, which facilitate the delivery of products.

• Increased implementation of sustainable practices in cross-border logistics such as the adoption of renewable energy sources for operations, optimisation of shipment routes for minimal fuel consumption, and introduction of green packaging options for goods is one of the key cross-border e-commerce logistics market trends.
• The rising trend of last-mile delivery, which includes the development of urban warehouses as well as the integration of automated fleets of logistics vehicles to speed up the delivery process, is another crucial trend boosting the market expansion.
• The surging demand for logistics fulfilment centres to improve business scalability and reduce operational costs on warehouses and international shipping also contributes to the cross-border e-commerce logistics market growth.
• Several market players are leveraging the capabilities of AI and data analytics for inventory management, supply chain optimisation, and real-time tracking of shipments to enhance customer service.

Market Analysis

The EMR’s report titled “Cross-Border E-commerce Logistics Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Service Type

• Cross-border Freight Transport
• International Transportation Management and Freight Forwarding
• International Warehousing

Market Breakup by Delivery Type

• Standard Delivery
• Same-day Delivery

Market Breakup by End-Use

• Manufacturing and Automotive
• Chemicals
• Construction
• Apparel and Accessories
• Food and Beverage
• Consumer Electronics
• Home Furnishing
• Personal Care and Beauty
• Healthcare and Nutrition
• Others

Market Breakup by Region

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

Market Share by Delivery Type

Standard delivery service occupies a significant portion of the cross-border e-commerce logistics market share as it provides a more affordable option for customers than same-day delivery. It is also more environmentally friendly compared to other shipping options, utilises fewer vehicles, and consolidates multiple shipment packages together.

Meanwhile, same-day delivery is anticipated to witness sizeable growth in the upcoming years as it offers a high level of customer satisfaction and provides a competitive edge to market players.

Market Share by Region

As per the cross-border e-commerce logistics market analysis, the Asia Pacific accounts for a substantial share of the global market, owing to the rise in disposable income and rapid urbanisation in the region. Increased partnerships and joint ventures between market players and leading payment processing companies to facilitate international payments also provide favourable opportunities for market growth.

Additionally, the emergence of regional startups as well as the expansion of SMEs into the international market positively contributes to the APAC market growth.

Competitive Landscape

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the cross-border e-commerce logistics market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

FedEx Corp.

FedEx Corp., founded in 1971, is a leading provider of e-commerce, transportation, and business services, based in Tennessee, the United States. The company offers the facility of integrating shipping, tracking, and rating, among other e-commerce functionalities to any website or application.

United Parcel Service, Inc.

United Parcel Service, Inc. is a multinational shipping and logistics company, established in 1907 and headquartered in Georgia, the United States. The company intends to achieve sustainability through its initiatives such as the usage of green fuels, electrification of vehicles, and establishment of natural gas fuelling stations, among others.

Deutsche Post AG

Deutsche Post AG, incorporated in 1995, is a primary mail service provider, with its headquarters in Bonn, Germany. Its comprehensive range of solutions includes domestic and international shipment of goods, express shipping, and designing stamps, among others.

Other cross-border e-commerce logistics market players include Amazon.com, Inc., Kuehne + Nagel Management AG, CEVA Logistics SA, A.P. Møller – Mærsk A/S, DSV A/S, SEKO Logistics, and Aramex PJSC, among others.