The international logistics landscape in Europe is witnessing significant growth, particularly in cross-border trade. With countries like the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Austria, and Germany playing pivotal roles, the region is witnessing a surge in cross-border e-commerce activities. As such, the e-commerce market in Europe is set for continuous growth, with revenues projected to increase by a total of $344.7 billion (54.48%) between 2024 and 2029. This year, e-commerce market share and revenues are expected to reach an impressive $632.70 billion and could achieve a new peak of $977.36 billion by 2029.

Furthermore, the top carriers facilitating these cross-border e-commerce logistics across Europe include DPD Germany, DHL Paket, GLS Germany, Deutsche Post Mail, DPD Worldwide, and Österreichische Post. These companies are responsible for covering various cross-border trade routes, including the Czech Republic to Germany, the Netherlands to Germany, and Germany to Austria. Their ability to continue meeting the numerous demands of consumers across the continent has made them the backbone of Europe's thriving cross-border e-commerce ecosystem.

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In this edition of our "State of E-Commerce International Logistics" series, we examine the key carrier performance metrics of these leading e-commerce logistics providers for Q2 2024. We will explore logistics data, such as transit times, on-time delivery ratios, and first-attempt delivery success rates. Thereby, providing a detailed overview of the current state and future potential of international logistics in Europe. Also, this analysis aims to offer valuable insights into the critical role these carriers play in supporting the growing e-commerce market and online shopping trends across Europe.

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