United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Size and Share - Outlook Report, Forecast Trends and Growth Analysis (2025-2034)
Description
The United Kingdom courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market size reached approximately USD 20.97 Billion in 2024. The market is further projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.00% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a value of USD 41.25 Billion by 2034.
Key Trends in the Market
Courier, express, and parcel (CEP) is a type of service which includes the delivery of various goods such as parcels and documents through different mediums including land, air, and waterways. These services are generally used by individuals and businesses who need to transport items within a specific timeframe.
United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Breakup by Service Type
Business-to-business (B2B) services account for a significant United Kingdom courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market share. Business to business mainly focuses on sectors like business administration and support, professional, technical, scientific, and information and communication technology. The requirement for courier, express, and parcel services is rising from B2B as these services bridge the gap between the manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers. Additionally, the growth in investments towards development of online channels to boost efficiency is further aiding the market expansion.
Market Share by End Use
Wholesale and retail trade (e-commerce) sector is anticipated to account for a significant share of the market owing to the rising popularity of online shopping in the United Kingdom. Easy availability and fast delivery of food and groceries helps customers in saving both time and money. Due to this, individuals are rapidly adopting e-commerce for purchasing various goods and parcels. Rise in the sale of mobile phones through online channels is further boosting the United Kingdom courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market demand.
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 market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.
FedEX Express International B.V.
FedEX Express International B.V. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Tennessee, United States. The freight and package transportation company specialises in shipping, logistics, supply chain, and delivery services, among others.
DHL International GmbH
DHL International GmbH is a logistics company that was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Bonn, Germany. The company is known for providing courier, express mail, and package delivery services to customers around the globe.
Royal Mail Group Limited
Royal Mail Group Limited was established in 1516 and has its headquarters located in London, United Kingdom. The postal service and courier company provides logistic services such as collecting and delivering parcels and letters globally.
Other United Kingdom courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market key players include United Parcel Service, Inc., Whistl UK Limited, Yodel Delivery Network Limited, Aramex Group, The Delivery Group Limited, DX plc, and DPD group, among others.
Key Trends in the Market
Courier, express, and parcel (CEP) is a type of service which includes the delivery of various goods such as parcels and documents through different mediums including land, air, and waterways. These services are generally used by individuals and businesses who need to transport items within a specific timeframe.
- Rising demand for fast and convenient delivery options have shifted the focus of courier, express, and parcel service providing companies towards exploring alternative delivery methods and enhancement of last mile logistics, aiding the United Kingdom courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market growth. Adoption of autonomous vehicles and drones have increased in order to meet the evolving needs of the consumers.
- Increasing requirement for safe delivery of courier and parcels and innovations and advancements in modern technologies are further supporting the market expansion. Integration of real time tracking, automated sorting systems, and mobile applications help optimise the operational efficiency of the services.
- Growing environmental concerns have encouraged the courier, express, and parcel companies to adopt electric and low emission vehicles and environment friendly packaging solutions. These practices are boosting the utilisation of these services among environmentally conscious population of the United Kingdom.
United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Breakup by Service Type
- Business-to-Business (B2B)
- Business-to-Customer (B2C)
- Customer-to-Customer (C2C)
- Domestic
- International
- Railways
- Airways
- Roadways
- Waterways
- Services (BFSI- Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance)
- Wholesale and Retail Trade (E-commerce)
- Manufacturing, Construction and Utilities
- Others
Business-to-business (B2B) services account for a significant United Kingdom courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market share. Business to business mainly focuses on sectors like business administration and support, professional, technical, scientific, and information and communication technology. The requirement for courier, express, and parcel services is rising from B2B as these services bridge the gap between the manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers. Additionally, the growth in investments towards development of online channels to boost efficiency is further aiding the market expansion.
Market Share by End Use
Wholesale and retail trade (e-commerce) sector is anticipated to account for a significant share of the market owing to the rising popularity of online shopping in the United Kingdom. Easy availability and fast delivery of food and groceries helps customers in saving both time and money. Due to this, individuals are rapidly adopting e-commerce for purchasing various goods and parcels. Rise in the sale of mobile phones through online channels is further boosting the United Kingdom courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market demand.
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 market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.
FedEX Express International B.V.
FedEX Express International B.V. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Tennessee, United States. The freight and package transportation company specialises in shipping, logistics, supply chain, and delivery services, among others.
DHL International GmbH
DHL International GmbH is a logistics company that was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Bonn, Germany. The company is known for providing courier, express mail, and package delivery services to customers around the globe.
Royal Mail Group Limited
Royal Mail Group Limited was established in 1516 and has its headquarters located in London, United Kingdom. The postal service and courier company provides logistic services such as collecting and delivering parcels and letters globally.
Other United Kingdom courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market key players include United Parcel Service, Inc., Whistl UK Limited, Yodel Delivery Network Limited, Aramex Group, The Delivery Group Limited, DX plc, and DPD group, among others.
Table of Contents
132 Pages
- 1 Executive Summary
- 1.1 Market Size 2024-2025
- 1.2 Market Growth 2025(F)-2034(F)
- 1.3 Key Demand Drivers
- 1.4 Key Players and Competitive Structure
- 1.5 Industry Best Practices
- 1.6 Recent Trends and Developments
- 1.7 Industry Outlook
- 2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
- 2.1 Market Trends
- 2.2 Key Verticals
- 2.3 Key Regions
- 2.4 Supplier Power
- 2.5 Buyer Power
- 2.6 Key Market Opportunities and Risks
- 2.7 Key Initiatives by Stakeholders
- 3 Economic Summary
- 3.1 GDP Outlook
- 3.2 GDP Per Capita Growth
- 3.3 Inflation Trends
- 3.4 Democracy Index
- 3.5 Gross Public Debt Ratios
- 3.6 Balance of Payment (BoP) Position
- 3.7 Population Outlook
- 3.8 Urbanisation Trends
- 4 Country Risk Profiles
- 4.1 Country Risk
- 4.2 Business Climate
- 5 Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Overview
- 5.1 Key Industry Highlights
- 5.2 Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market (2018-2024)
- 5.3 Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast (2025-2034)
- 5.4 Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Share by Region
- 5.4.1 North America
- 5.4.2 Europe
- 5.4.3 Asia Pacific
- 5.4.4 Latin America
- 5.4.5 Middle East and Africa
- 6 United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Overview
- 6.1 Key Industry Highlights
- 6.2 United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market (2018-2024)
- 6.3 United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast (2025-2034)
- 7 United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market by Service Type
- 7.1 Business-to-Business (B2B)
- 7.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.2 Business-to-Customer (B2C)
- 7.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.3 Customer-to-Customer (C2C)
- 7.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 8 United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market by Destination
- 8.1 Domestic
- 8.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 8.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 8.2 International
- 8.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 8.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9 United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market by Mode of Transportation
- 9.1 Railways
- 9.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.2 Airways
- 9.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.3 Roadways
- 9.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.4 Waterways
- 9.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.4.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10 United Kingdom Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market by End Use
- 10.1 Services (BFSI- Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance)
- 10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.2 Wholesale and Retail Trade (E-commerce)
- 10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.3 Manufacturing, Construction and Utilities
- 10.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.4 Others
- 11 Market Dynamics
- 11.1 SWOT Analysis
- 11.1.1 Strengths
- 11.1.2 Weaknesses
- 11.1.3 Opportunities
- 11.1.4 Threats
- 11.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 11.2.1 Supplier’s Power
- 11.2.2 Buyer’s Power
- 11.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 11.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
- 11.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
- 11.3 Key Indicators for Demand
- 11.4 Key Indicators for Price
- 12 Competitive Landscape
- 12.1 Supplier Selection
- 12.2 Key Global Players
- 12.3 Key Regional Players
- 12.4 Key Player Strategies
- 12.5 Company Profiles
- 12.5.1 FedEx Express International B.V.
- 12.5.1.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.1.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.1.4 Certifications
- 12.5.2 DHL International GmbH
- 12.5.2.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.2.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.2.4 Certifications
- 12.5.3 Royal Mail Group Limited
- 12.5.3.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.3.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.3.4 Certifications
- 12.5.4 United Parcel Service, Inc.
- 12.5.4.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.4.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.4.4 Certifications
- 12.5.5 Whistl UK Limited
- 12.5.5.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.5.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.5.4 Certifications
- 12.5.6 Yodel Delivery Network Limited
- 12.5.6.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.6.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.6.4 Certifications
- 12.5.7 Aramex Group
- 12.5.7.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.7.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.7.4 Certifications
- 12.5.8 The Delivery Group Limited
- 12.5.8.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.8.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.8.4 Certifications
- 12.5.9 DX plc
- 12.5.9.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.9.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.9.4 Certifications
- 12.5.10 DPD group
- 12.5.10.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.10.2 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.10.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 12.5.10.4 Certifications
- 12.5.11 Others
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