E-Commerce Logistics Global Market Report 2024

E-commerce logistics refers to the process of providing shipping services to online businesses, and it involves inventory management, warehousing, packaging, labelling, billing, shipping, payment collection, return, and exchange of delivered products. E-commerce logistics are used to deliver products to online businesses or customers.

The main types of e-commerce logistics are transportation, warehousing, and value-added services. Transportation refers to the movement of goods and people from place to place and the various means by which such movement is accomplished. The operational area includes domestic and international and is delivered through standard delivery and same-day delivery. Several categories involved are apparel and lifestyle, automotive, books and periodicals, engineering, FMCG, consumer electronics, healthcare, hi-tech, and other categories. The end-users involved are B2B and B2C.

The e-commerce logistics market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides e-commerce logistics market statistics, including e-commerce logistics industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with an e-commerce logistics market share, detailed e-commerce logistics market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the e-commerce logistics industry. This e-commerce logistics market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.

The e-commerce logistics market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $659.85 billion in 2023 to $756.25 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rapid growth of e-commerce, customer expectations for fast and reliable delivery, globalization of e-commerce, inventory management and warehousing solutions.

The e-commerce logistics market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1289.36 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to last-mile delivery innovations, e-commerce personalization and customization, sustainability and green logistics, integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ml), blockchain for transparency and security. Major trends in the forecast period include customer expectations, technology integration, last-mile delivery solutions, supply chain visibility.

The growth of digital technology is expected to propel the growth of the e-commerce logistics market going forward. Digital technology refers to all electronic tools, automated systems, technological equipment, and resources that generate processes or store data. The proliferation of digital technology has influenced consumer decisions, resulting in a vast volume of e-commerce, which in turn increased the use of e-commerce logistics to ship e-commerce products. For instance, in January 2021, according to technology statistics and facts shared by Zippy Electric, a US-based online content platform for electric vehicles, there were 4.6 billion active internet users globally, encompassing 59% of the world's population. Over 570 websites are produced every minute, for a total of nearly 1.8 billion web pages. Google receives up to 1.2 trillion searches per year and more than 3.5 billion queries every day. Therefore, the digital technology is driving the e-commerce logistics market growth.

The growth in cross-border trade is expected to boost the growth of the e-commerce logistics market going forward. Cross-border trade, also known as international trade or foreign trade, refers to the exchange of goods, services, or commodities between countries. The growth in cross-border trade not only expands the market for e-commerce logistics services but also fuels innovation and specialization in this sector, as logistics providers strive to meet the unique challenges of international commerce. For instance, in August 2023, according to a report published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, a France-based intergovernmental organization, during Q2 2023, there is an estimated growth of 0.2% in exports, building on the strong performance of 4.5% growth in exports and 8.8% growth in imports during Q1 2023. Notably, services exports in the United States saw a 1.0% increase. Therefore, the growth in cross-border trade is driving the growth of the e-commerce logistics market.

Technological advancement is a key trend gaining popularity in the E-commerce logistics market. Major companies are integrating novel technologies such as Blockchain, automation, and patented technologies to provide insights, increase consumer experience, and secure operations. Blockchain and automation technologies decrease the cost and time for delivery. For instance, in June 2021, Whitebox, a US-based brand-focused e-commerce management platform, launched Omnifi, a business intelligence technology. The patented solution addresses the issue of fragmented data across sales channels by bringing together marketing, sales, and logistics. Omnifi is the first solution of its type to provide brands and retailers with a unified view of their customers across digital channels, resulting in a single source for all of their e-commerce demands.

Major companies operating in the e-commerce logistics market are developing innovative products such as end-to-end supply chain tools to meet larger customer bases, more sales, and increase revenue. An end-to-end supply chain tool, also known as an end-to-end supply chain solution, is a comprehensive software or technology platform that enables businesses to manage and optimize their entire supply chain process, from the procurement of raw materials to the distribution of finished products to end consumers. For instance, in September 2023, Flexport, a US-based Supply chain management company, launched Flexport Revolution. The standout feature of Flexport Revolution lies in its provision of over 20 supply chain services, offering businesses the means to expand their sales reach and automate the seamless movement of products from manufacturing sites to end customers. As an all-encompassing solution, it caters to a wide spectrum of needs, including transportation, customs brokerage, cargo insurance, and inventory replenishment. Notably, Flexport Revolution excels in serving businesses seeking to maximize the distribution of their goods across numerous locations.

In September 2021, A. P. Moller-Maersk, a Denmark-based integrated transport and logistics organization, acquired HUUB for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Maersk enables the opportunity to make Portugal a strategic tech hub to attract the best talent and compete with other big companies. HUUB is a Portuguese-based company operating in e-commerce logistics.

Major companies operating in the in the e-commerce logistics market report are DHL International GmbH, Aramex International, FedEx Corporation, S. F. Express (ShunFeng) Co. Ltd, Ceva Holdings LLC, United Parcel Service Inc., Amazon. com Inc., Clipper Logistics PLC., Deutsche Post AG, Gati Limited, C. H. Robinson Worldwide Inc., Kerry Logistics Network Limited, Nippon Express Co Ltd., Kenco Group Inc., Agility Public Warehousing Company K. S. C. P, Blue Dart, Desk To Desk Courier and Cargo, Ekart Logistics, Shadowfax Technologies Ltd., XpressBees, Ecom Express, XPO Logistics Plc., DB Schenker, DSV Panalpina A/S, Expeditors International of Washington Inc., GEODIS, Kuehne + Nagel International AG, Panalpina Welttransport (Holding) AG, Sinotrans Ltd., Yusen Logistics Co. Ltd., ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the e-commerce logistics market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the e-commerce logistics market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the e-commerce logistics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

The e-commerce logistics market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing drop shipping, wholesaling and warehousing and white labelling services. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified)).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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