Apr 8, 2025

The analyst's 'State of e-commerce logistics survey' analysis. A datasheet with all market sizing figures and forecasts will also be made available to all report purchasers. Despite Trump, global e-commerce logistics and e-fulfilment market expected to soar in 2025 Despite President Trump's intention to abolish the de minimis rules and impose tariffs on imports, the global E-commerce and E-fulfilment market is set to grow by 15.5% in 2025, according to the report. Following a post-COVID contraction in 2022, the market has regained its sharply upward trajectory, reporting double digit growth rates in the past two years. In 2024 the market was valued at €521.9bn ($569 bn), double the market value recorded just before the pandemic in 2019. The sharp increase suggests renewed consumer confidence, potentially driven by improved economic conditions, advancements in digital infrastructure, and the continued shift toward online shopping. In terms of regional performance, the Asia Pacific region has grown at a slightly faster rate than either North America or Europe; with 11% growth since 2020 compared to 10% for North America and 8% for Europe. M&A activity continues as larger groups seeking to capitalise on the e-commerce growth by acquiring smaller specialists. The report highlights recent e-commerce logistics acquisitions, examples of which are: DHL acquiring Inmar Supply Chain Solutions and Brandpath Group Stord acquiring Pitney Bowes fulfilment activities GLS acquiring e-Log Bpost acquiring Staci According to the senior report editor "Although President Trump's policies on trade and tariffs have introduced significant uncertainty into the market, the sector shows no signs of being blown off course. Consumer habits have transformed, and this will power domestic and cross-border e-commerce and e-fulfilment needs for years to come." Report Highlights The global e-commerce logistics market grew 13.6% year-on-year in 2024 to €521.9 bn. In 2024, the global e-commerce logistics market doubled the market value recorded just before the pandemic in 2019. Some inflationary pressures persisted in 2024, as y-o-y real growth came in at 9%. The North American e-commerce logistics market maintained its lead into 2024, albeit marginally. Asia Pacific came in at a close second. In 2024, eCommerce sales reached EUR 3.36 trillion, marking a strong 15% growth from the previous year. M&A activity continues as larger groups seek to capitalise on e-commerce growth by acquiring smaller specialists. Use the report to: Assess M&A opportunities: capture key investment and consolidation opportunities. Understand demand and growth forecasts: capitalise on key growth areas and emerging trends. Mitigate supply chain risk: increase resilience in volatile market conditions. Benchmark and optimise supply chain strategies: capture growth opportunities and gain competitive advantage. Key Topics Covered: 1.1 GLOBAL E-COMMERCE LOGISTICS MARKET SIZE 1.1.1 Global E-commerce Logistics Market by Region 1.1.2 Global Fulfilment and Last Mile E-commerce Logistics Market 1.1.3 Global Domestic and Cross-Border E-Commerce Logistics Market 1.2 Asia Pacific E-commerce Logistics Market 1.3 North America E-commerce Logistics Market 1.4 Europe E-commerce Logistics Market 2. E-COMMERCE LOGISTICS MARKET FORECAST 2.1 Global E-commerce Logistics Market Forecast 2.1.1 Global E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast by Region 2.1.2 Global E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast: Fulfilment and Last Mile 2.1.3 Global E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast: Domestic and Cross-Border 2.2 Asia Pacific E-commerce Logistics Market Forecast 2.2.1 Asia Pacific E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast by Country 2.2.2 Asia Pacific E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast: Fulfilment and Last Mile 2.2.3 Asia Pacific E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast: Domestic and Cross-Border 2.3 North America E-commerce Logistics Market Forecast 2.3.1 North America E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast by Country 2.3.2 North America E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast: Fulfilment and Last Mile 2.3.3 North America E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast: Domestic and Cross-Border 2.4 Europe E-commerce Logistics Market Forecast 2.4.1 Europe E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast by Country 2.3.2 Europe E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast: Fulfilment and Last Mile 2.4.3 Europe E-commerce Logistics Market Size Forecast: Domestic and Cross-Border 3. MARKET TRENDS Forecast Global E-commerce Sales