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International Express Delivery Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Mode of Transport (Roadways, Airways, Railways, Waterways), End-user, Industry, and Region with Growth Forecasts, 2025-2030

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  • 150 Pages
  • May 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Grand View Research
  • ID: 6098125
The International Express Delivery Market was valued at USD 30.96 billion in 2024, and is projected to reach USD 56.00 billion by 2030, rising at a CAGR of 10.50%. Several key macroeconomic and sector-specific factors have driven the market.

The rise of cross-border e-commerce, increasing globalization of trade, and consumer demand for faster delivery times have collectively propelled market growth. Supply chain optimization strategies and growing import-export activities across both developed and emerging economies have also contributed to demand.

Enhanced business-to-consumer (B2C) fulfillment expectations have intensified reliance on express logistics services, especially in the retail, pharmaceutical, and electronics sectors. Technological advancements have been rapidly integrated into the express delivery ecosystem. Innovations such as automated sorting systems, AI-powered route optimization, and real-time tracking solutions have been adopted to increase operational efficiency. The use of drones and autonomous delivery vehicles is being explored to reduce last-mile delivery costs, while blockchain is being tested to enhance parcel traceability and data security. These technologies have enabled service providers to offer differentiated and value-added solutions in a competitive environment.

Incumbents and new entrants are investing significant capital into the sector. Major logistics companies are expanding their global networks through mergers, acquisitions, and infrastructure development. They are prioritizing investment in regional hubs, distribution centers, and IT platforms to support volume scalability. Venture capital firms are backing digital logistics startups, driving innovation in cross-border shipping platforms and last-mile fulfillment technologies. Companies are also forming strategic partnerships to streamline customs clearance and reduce delivery timeframes.

The market is subject to a complex regulatory framework that varies significantly across jurisdictions. Logistics providers must navigate customs regulations, trade tariffs, and import-export compliance requirements. Enhanced data protection and consumer rights policies, especially in the EU and North America, have imposed stricter operational standards. Sustainability regulations are being enforced more rigorously, compelling firms to report on emissions and adopt greener practices across their supply chains.

Despite robust growth drivers, several restraints continue to affect market expansion. High operational costs, including fuel surcharges, labor expenses, and cross-border compliance fees, have constrained profit margins. Infrastructure limitations in emerging markets have hindered service penetration and delivery reliability. Geopolitical tensions, trade restrictions, and supply chain disruptions caused by pandemics or climate events have introduced volatility. Furthermore, rising consumer expectations for free or low-cost shipping have pressured providers to maintain service levels while reducing costs.

Global International Express Delivery Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at the global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this study, the analyst has segmented the global international express delivery market report based on mode of transport, end user, industry, and region:

Mode of Transport Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)

  • Roadways
  • Airways
  • Railways
  • Waterways

End User Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)

  • B2B
  • B2C

Industry Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)

  • Retail & E-commerce
  • Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
  • Documents & Banking/Legal Services
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics
  • Others

Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)

  • North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa (MEA)
  • KSA
  • UAE
  • South Africa

This report addresses:

  • Market intelligence to enable effective decision-making
  • Market estimates and forecasts from 2018 to 2030
  • Growth opportunities and trend analyses
  • Segment and regional revenue forecasts for market assessment
  • Competition strategy and market share analysis
  • Product innovation listings for you to stay ahead of the curve

Why Should You Buy This Report?

  • Comprehensive Market Analysis: Gain detailed insights into the market across major regions and segments.
  • Competitive Landscape: Explore the market presence of key players.
  • Future Trends: Discover the pivotal trends and drivers shaping the future of the market.
  • Actionable Recommendations: Utilize insights to uncover new revenue streams and guide strategic business decisions.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Market Segmentation and Scope
1.2. Research Methodology
1.2.1. Information Procurement
1.3. Information or Data Analysis
1.4. Methodology
1.5. Research Scope and Assumptions
1.6. Market Formulation & Validation
1.7. Country Based Segment Share Calculation
1.8. List of Data Sources
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Outlook
2.2. Segment Outlook
2.3. Competitive Insights
Chapter 3. International Express Delivery Market Variables, Trends, & Scope
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.2. Market Dynamics
3.2.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.2.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.2.3. Industry Challenge
3.3. International Express Delivery Market Analysis Tools
3.3.1. Industry Analysis - Porter’s
3.3.1.1. Bargaining power of the suppliers
3.3.1.2. Bargaining power of the buyers
3.3.1.3. Threats of substitution
3.3.1.4. Threats from new entrants
3.3.1.5. Competitive rivalry
3.3.2. PESTEL Analysis
3.3.2.1. Political landscape
3.3.2.2. Economic and social landscape
3.3.2.3. Technological landscape
Chapter 4. International Express Delivery Market: Mode of Transport Estimates & Trend Analysis
4.1. Segment Dashboard
4.2. International Express Delivery Market: Mode of Transport Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030 (USD Million)
4.3. Roadways
4.3.1. Roadways Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
4.4. Airways
4.4.1. Airways Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
4.5. Railways
4.5.1. Railways Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
4.6. Waterways
4.6.1. Waterways Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 5. International Express Delivery Market: End User Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. International Express Delivery Market: End User Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030 (USD Million)
5.3. B2B
5.3.1. B2B Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
5.4. B2C
5.4.1. B2C Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 6. International Express Delivery Market: Industry Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. International Express Delivery Market: Industry Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030 (USD Million)
6.3. Retail & E-commerce
6.3.1. Retail & E-commerce Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
6.4. Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
6.4.1. Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
6.5. Documents & Banking/Legal Services
6.5.1. Documents & Banking/Legal Services Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
6.6. Automotive
6.6.1. Automotive Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
6.7. Manufacturing
6.7.1. Manufacturing Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
6.8. Electronics
6.8.1. Electronics Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
6.9. Others
6.9.1. Others Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 7. International Express Delivery Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. International Express Delivery Market Share, By Region, 2024 & 2030, USD Million
7.2. North America
7.2.1. North America International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.2.2. U.S.
7.2.2.1. U.S. International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.2.3. Canada
7.2.3.1. Canada International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.2.4. Mexico
7.2.4.1. Mexico International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.3. Europe
7.3.1. Europe International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2. UK
7.3.2.1. UK International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3. Germany
7.3.3.1. Germany International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD MILLION)
7.3.4. France
7.3.4.1. France International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.4. Asia Pacific
7.4.1. Asia Pacific International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.4.2. China
7.4.2.1. China International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.4.3. Japan
7.4.3.1. Japan International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.4.4. India
7.4.4.1. India International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.4.5. South Korea
7.4.5.1. South Korea International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.4.6. Australia
7.4.6.1. Australia International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.5. Latin America
7.5.1. Latin America International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.5.2. Brazil
7.5.2.1. Brazil International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.6. Middle East and Africa
7.6.1. Middle East and Africa International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.6.2. UAE
7.6.2.1. UAE International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.6.3. KSA
7.6.3.1. KSA International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
7.6.4. South Africa
7.6.4.1. South Africa International Express Delivery Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape
8.1. Company Categorization
8.2. Company Market Positioning
8.3. Company Heat Map Analysis
8.4. Company Profiles/Listing
8.4.1. DHL Group
8.4.1.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.1.2. Financial Performance
8.4.1.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.4.2. FedEx
8.4.2.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.2.2. Financial Performance
8.4.2.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.4.3. United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS)
8.4.3.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.3.2. Financial Performance
8.4.3.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.4.4. SF Express
8.4.4.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.4.2. Financial Performance
8.4.4.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.4.5. CJ Logistics Corporation
8.4.5.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.5.2. Financial Performance
8.4.5.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.4.6. La Poste Group
8.4.6.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.6.2. Financial Performance
8.4.6.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.4.7. US Postal Service
8.4.7.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.7.2. Financial Performance
8.4.7.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.4.8. Correos Express
8.4.8.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.8.2. Financial Performance
8.4.8.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.4.9. Blue Dart Express Ltd.
8.4.9.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.9.2. Financial Performance
8.4.9.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.4.10. Aramex
8.4.10.1. Participant’s Overview
8.4.10.2. Financial Performance
8.4.10.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
List of Tables
Table 1 Global international express delivery market size estimates & forecasts 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 2 Global international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 3 Global international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 4 Global international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 5 Global international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 6 Roadways international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 7 Airways international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 8 Railways international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 9 Waterways international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 10 B2B international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 11 B2C international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 12 Retail & E-commerce international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 13 Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 14 Documents & Banking/Legal Services international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 15 Automotive international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 16 Manufacturing international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 17 Electronics international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 18 Retail & E-commerce international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 19 Others international express delivery market, by region, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 20 North America international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 21 North America international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 22 North America international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 23 U.S. international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 24 U.S. international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 25 U.S. international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 26 Canada international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 27 Canada international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 28 Canada international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 29 Mexico international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 30 Mexico international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 31 Mexico international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 32 Europe international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 33 Europe international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 34 Europe international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 35 UK international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 36 UK international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 37 UK international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 38 Germany international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 39 Germany international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 40 Germany international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 41 France international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 42 France international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 43 France international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 44 Asia Pacific international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 45 Asia Pacific international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 46 Asia Pacific international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 47 China international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 48 China international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 49 China international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 50 India international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 51 India international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 52 India international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 53 Japan international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 54 Japan international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 55 Japan international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 56 South Korea international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 57 South Korea international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 58 South Korea international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 59 Australia international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 60 Australia international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 61 Australia international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 62 Latin America international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 63 Latin America international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 64 Latin America international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 65 Brazil international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 66 Brazil international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 67 Brazil international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 68 MEA international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 69 MEA international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 70 MEA international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 71 UAE international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 72 UAE international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 73 UAE international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 74 KSA international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 75 KSA international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 76 KSA international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 77 South Africa international express delivery market, by Mode of Transport, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 78 South Africa international express delivery market, by End User, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Table 79 South Africa international express delivery market, by Industry, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
List of Figures
Figure 1 International express delivery market segmentation
Figure 2 Market research process
Figure 3 Information procurement
Figure 4 Primary research pattern
Figure 5 Market research approaches
Figure 6 Value chain-based sizing & forecasting
Figure 7 Parent market analysis
Figure 8 Market formulation & validation
Figure 9 International express delivery market snapshot
Figure 10 International express delivery market segment snapshot
Figure 11 International express delivery market competitive landscape snapshot
Figure 12 Market driver relevance analysis (Current & future impact)
Figure 13 Market restraint relevance analysis (Current & future impact)
Figure 14 Market opportunity relevance analysis (Current & future impact)
Figure 15 International express delivery market, mode of transport outlook key takeaways (USD Million)
Figure 16 International express delivery market, mode of transport movement analysis (USD Million) 2024 & 2030
Figure 17 Roadways market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 18 Airways market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 19 Railways market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 20 Waterways market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 21 International express delivery market: end user outlook key takeaways (USD Million)
Figure 22 International express delivery market: end user movement analysis (USD Million) 2024 & 2030
Figure 23 B2B market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 24 B2C market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 25 International express delivery market: industry outlook key takeaways (USD Million)
Figure 26 International express delivery market: industry movement analysis (USD Million) 2024 & 2030
Figure 27 Retail & E-commerce market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 28 Healthcare & pharmaceuticals market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 29 Documents & Banking/Legal Services market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 30 Automotive market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 31 Manufacturing market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 32 Electronics market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 33 Others market revenue estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 34 Regional marketplace: Key takeaways
Figure 35 International express delivery market: Regional outlook, 2024 & 2030, USD Million
Figure 36 North America international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 37 U.S. international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 38 Canada international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 39 Mexico international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 40 Europe international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 41 UK international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 42 Germany international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 43 France international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 44 Asia Pacific international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 45 China international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 46 Japan international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 47 India international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 48 Australia international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 49 South Korea international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 50 Latin America international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 51 Brazil international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 52 MEA international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 53 KSA international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 54 UAE international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 55 South Africa international express delivery market estimates and forecasts, 2018-2030 (USD Million)
Figure 56 Strategy framework
Figure 57 Company Categorization

Companies Mentioned

The major companies featured in this International Express Delivery market report include:
  • DHL Group
  • FedEx
  • United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS)
  • SF Express
  • CJ Logistics Corporation
  • La Poste Group
  • US Postal Service
  • Correos Express
  • Blue Dart Express Ltd.
  • Aramex

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