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A couple of years ago, receiving a large box with just a single, small pen inside it was quite common—overpackaging was still quite common then. Nowadays, this seems quite absurd, especially since customers get angry when something like that happens. Yet, this shift didn’t occur overnight; it’s the result of packaging innovations that slowly enabled us to optimise how parcels are secured for shipment. Thus, in this article, we will look at this evolution more closely—we invite you to read on!

In this factsheet covering the French cross-border e-commerce market you can find out what countries and online marketplaces French customers buy from and how they like to shop and pay when ordering packages online abroad.

Performance, consumer insights and market dynamics — a 360° view on retail, ecommerce and D2C in the UK. "There’s renewed interest in the UK ecommerce market and sellers want new delivery options", says Jonathan Matchett, Senior Vice President UK at Landmark Global.

Deliver Amsterdam is a must-visit event for logistics experts. It’s more than just a conference – it’s an opportunity to network, exchange experiences, and gain a new perspective. This year's edition took place on 5-6 June 2024, bringing together key players in e-commerce, online retail and cross-border trade. What did we learn from the event? Find it out in this summary!

In this factsheet covering the German cross-border e-commerce market you can find out, among other things, what countries and online marketplaces German customers buy from and how they like to shop and pay when ordering packages online abroad.

On June 3, 2024, the European Union will implement the third and final phase of the Import Control System 2 (ICS2) initiative, a major milestone in enhancing the security and efficiency of international trade – Release 3. This new release aims to tighten customs controls and streamline the importation process for goods entering the EU. What will change, and how do you need to prepare? Find it out in this article.

What are the most promising emerging markets in Central-Eastern Europe? Slovenia, Czech Republic, Bulgaria and Hungary. In this article, we will showcase those markets, providing you with essential information about the trends there and explaining why they are a good direction for your cross-border expansion. Read on to find out more.

What do you need to know about shipping your products to France? First, you need to partner with reliable shipping companies – dependability is a critical factor for French e-consumers. What is more, you need to be able to deliver your products to a variety of pick-up points. Finally, your website must be adjusted for both mobile and PC users.

Apart from the above market trends, you must prepare your shipping strategy and complete all the legal requirements (including getting an e-commerce packaging license). If you want to learn more, read this shipping guide to France – we will answer all your questions!

In this factsheet covering cross-border e-commerce in Belgium you will find, among other things, what countries and online marketplaces Belgians buy from and what other key characteristics apply to Belgium.