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Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market

Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Size, Share: By Service Type: B2B (Business-to-Business), B2C (Business-to- Customer), C2C (Customer-to-Customer); By Destination: Domestic, International; By Transportation Type: Air, Marine, Road, Railway; By End Use; Regional Analysis; Competitive Landscape; 2024-2032

Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Outlook

The global courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market size reached approximately USD 442.15 billion in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of around USD 709.12 billion by 2032.

 

Key Trends in the Market

CEP, which stands for courier, express, and parcel services, is a term used to refer to logistics services related to the rapid and reliable delivery of parcels, documents, and packages. A CEP company usually provides services like tracking and express delivery options, among others, based on urgency and destination.

 

  • One of the prominent courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market trends is the growth of the e-commerce sector. The ease and convenience of online shopping have transformed the retail landscape, creating a higher need for dependable and swift delivery services.

With more consumers opting to shop from their own homes, CEP providers are witnessing a notable increase in the number of parcels being handled. This rapidly increasing demand for faster delivery services provides new development prospects for the market.

  • The global courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market growth is greatly influenced by technological advancements. Automation, artificial intelligence, and data analytics are increasingly being implemented to enhance the efficiency of operations, streamline route planning, and bolster tracking capabilities. In addition, the testing of drones and autonomous vehicles for deliveries sets a promising future with even faster and cost-effective services.
  • Another major factor propelling the global courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market demand is the rising preference for quicker delivery times and the surging demand for specific delivery slots by customers. This has led companies to implement same-day and time-definite delivery services. CEP providers are continuously optimising their operations to meet these demands, often through the implementation of sophisticated route planning and warehouse management systems.

 

Market Analysis

Based on service type, the market can be segmented into B2B (business-to-business), B2C (business-to-customer), and C2C (customer-to-customer). The global courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market segmentation, based on destination, includes domestic and international. The market, based on transportation type, is categorised into air, marine, road, and railway.

 

Based on end-use, the market can be divided into services (BFSI- banking, financial services and insurance), wholesale and retail trade (e-commerce), and manufacturing, construction, and utilities, among others. The major regional markets for courier, express, and parcel (CEP) are North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

 

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

 

  • Deutsche Post DHL Group
  • FedEx Corporation
  • United Parcel Service Inc.
  • SF Express (Group) Co. Ltd.
  • DSV AS
  • DB Schenker
  • Nippon Express Holdings Inc.
  • Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd.
  • SG Holdings Co., Ltd.
  • PostNL NV
  • Qantas Courier Ltd.
  • Others

 

Market Share by Service Type

According to the global courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market analysis, B2C is likely to go through substantial growth during the forecast period. B2C (Business-to-Consumer) courier, express, and parcel services refer to the delivery of goods and packages from businesses to individual consumers. With the surging popularity of online shopping for a wide variety of products, the demand for reliable delivery services to fulfil orders becomes paramount.

 

Furthermore, e-commerce platforms can be accessed from multiple countries, which gives them massive reach and allows consumers to access products from around the world. This international aspect of online shopping drives the need for efficient international delivery services.

 

Market Share by Transportation Type

The increasing international trade is expected to significantly propel the air delivery services demand, enhancing the global courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market share in the coming years. The globalisation of supply chains has resulted in a surge in the quantity of goods requiring swift and dependable transportation across borders.

 

Furthermore, air services have become pivotal in facilitating rapid global shipping. For specific items like electronics, pharmaceuticals, and fresh produce, prompt delivery is essential to preserve their quality and worth. Air services are indispensable for ensuring these goods reach their destinations in a timely manner.

 

Competitive Landscape

Deutsche Post DHL Group is a multinational logistics and courier company headquartered in Bonn, Germany. It is one of the world's largest and most comprehensive logistics companies, offering a wide range of services in mail and parcel delivery, express shipping, freight transportation, and supply chain management. Deutsche Post DHL Group operates in over 220 countries and territories worldwide, making it one of the largest logistics networks on the planet.

 

FedEx Corporation is a multinational courier delivery services company based in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. It is one of the world's largest express transportation companies, providing a wide range of services related to shipping, logistics, and e-commerce. The company also specialises in global trade, aviation, transportation, printing, business solutions, and corporate citizenship.

 

United Parcel Service Inc., commonly known as UPS, is a multinational package delivery and supply chain management company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. It is one of the largest and most prominent courier and logistics companies globally. Initially, it started as the American Messenger Company, focusing on package deliveries, and later evolved into the United Parcel Service.

 

Other global courier, express, and parcel (CEP) market players include SF Express (Group) Co. Ltd., DSV AS, DB Schenker, Nippon Express Holdings Inc., Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd., SG Holdings Co., Ltd., PostNL NV, and Qantas Courier Ltd., among others.

 

Key Highlights of the Report

REPORT FEATURES DETAILS
Base Year 2023
Historical Period 2018-2023
Forecast Period 2024-2032
Scope of the Report

Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Service Type
  • Destination
  • Transportation Type
  • End Use
  • Region
Breakup by Service Type
  • B2B (Business-to-Business)
  • B2C (Business-to- Customer)
  • C2C (Customer-to-Customer)
Breakup by Destination
  • Domestic
  • International
Breakup by Transportation Type
  • Air
  • Marine
  • Road
  • Railway
Breakup by End Use
  • Services (BFSI- Banking, Financial Services and Insurance)
  • Wholesale and Retail Trade (E-Commerce)
  • Manufacturing, Construction, and Utilities
  • Others
Breakup by Region
  • North America
    • United States of America 
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Italy
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • ASEAN
    • Australia
    • Others
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Mexico
    • Others
  • Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Nigeria
    • South Africa
    • Others
Market Dynamics
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • Key Indicators for Demand
  • Key Indicators for Price
Competitive Landscape
  • Market Structure
  • Company Profiles
    • Company Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Demographic Reach and Achievements
    • Certifications
Companies Covered
  • Deutsche Post DHL Group
  • FedEx Corporation
  • United Parcel Service Inc.
  • SF Express (Group) Co. Ltd.
  • DSV AS
  • DB Schenker
  • Nippon Express Holdings Inc.
  • Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd.
  • SG Holdings Co., Ltd.
  • PostNL NV
  • Qantas Courier Ltd.
  • Others

 

*At Expert Market Research, we strive to always give you current and accurate information. The numbers depicted in the description are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the final EMR report.

1    Preface
2    Report Coverage – Key Segmentation and Scope
3    Report Description
  
    3.1    Market Definition and Outlook
    3.2    Properties and Applications
    3.3    Market Analysis
    3.4    Key Players
4    Key Assumptions
5    Executive Summary

    5.1    Overview
    5.2    Key Drivers
    5.3    Key Developments
    5.4    Competitive Structure
    5.5    Key Industrial Trends
6    Market Snapshot
    6.1    Global
    6.2    Regional
7    Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Analysis

    8.1    Key Industry Highlights
    8.2    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market (2018-2023) 
    8.3    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast (2024-2032)
    8.4    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market by Service Type
        8.4.1    B2B (Business-to-Business)
            8.4.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.4.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.4.2    B2C (Business-to- Customer)
            8.4.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.4.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.4.3    C2C (Customer-to-Customer)
            8.4.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.4.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    8.5    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market by Destination
        8.5.1    Domestic
            8.5.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.5.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.5.2    International
            8.5.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.5.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    8.6    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market by Transportation Type
        8.6.1    Air
            8.6.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.6.2    Marine
            8.6.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.6.3    Road
            8.6.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.6.4    Railway
            8.6.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    8.7    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market by End Use
        8.7.1    Services (BFSI- Banking, Financial Services and Insurance)
            8.7.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.2    Wholesale and Retail Trade (E-Commerce)
            8.7.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.3    Manufacturing, Construction, and Utilities
            8.7.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.4    Others
    8.8    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market by Region
        8.8.1    North America
            8.8.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.8.2    Europe
            8.8.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.8.3    Asia Pacific
            8.8.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.8.4    Latin America
            8.8.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.8.5    Middle East and Africa
            8.8.5.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.8.5.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9    North America Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Analysis
    9.1    United States of America 
        9.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        9.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    9.2    Canada
        9.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        9.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10    Europe Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Analysis
    10.1    United Kingdom
        10.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.2    Germany
        10.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.3    France
        10.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.4    Italy
        10.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.5    Others
11    Asia Pacific Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Analysis
    11.1    China
        11.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.2    Japan
        11.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.3    India
        11.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.4    ASEAN
        11.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.5    Australia
        11.5.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.5.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.6    Others
12    Latin America Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Analysis
    12.1    Brazil
        12.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        12.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    12.2    Argentina
        12.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        12.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    12.3    Mexico
        12.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        12.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    12.4    Others
13    Middle East and Africa Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Analysis
    13.1    Saudi Arabia
        13.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.2    United Arab Emirates
        13.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.3    Nigeria
        13.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.4    South Africa
        13.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.5    Others
14    Market Dynamics
    14.1    SWOT Analysis
        14.1.1    Strengths
        14.1.2    Weaknesses
        14.1.3    Opportunities
        14.1.4    Threats
    14.2    Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
        14.2.1    Supplier’s Power
        14.2.2    Buyer’s Power
        14.2.3    Threat of New Entrants
        14.2.4    Degree of Rivalry
        14.2.5    Threat of Substitutes
    14.3    Key Indicators for Demand
    14.4    Key Indicators for Price  
15    Competitive Landscape
    15.1    Market Structure
    15.2    Company Profiles
        15.2.1    Deutsche Post DHL Group
            15.2.1.1    Company Overview
            15.2.1.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.1.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.1.4    Certifications
        15.2.2    FedEx Corporation
            15.2.2.1    Company Overview
            15.2.2.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.2.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.2.4    Certifications
        15.2.3    United Parcel Service Inc.
            15.2.3.1    Company Overview
            15.2.3.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.3.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.3.4    Certifications
        15.2.4    SF Express (Group) Co. Ltd.
            15.2.4.1    Company Overview
            15.2.4.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.4.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.4.4    Certifications
        15.2.5    DSV AS
            15.2.5.1    Company Overview
            15.2.5.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.5.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.5.4    Certifications
        15.2.6    DB Schenker
            15.2.6.1    Company Overview
            15.2.6.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.6.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.6.4    Certifications
        15.2.7    Nippon Express Holdings Inc.
            15.2.7.1    Company Overview
            15.2.7.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.7.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.7.4    Certifications
        15.2.8    Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd.
            15.2.8.1    Company Overview
            15.2.8.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.8.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.8.4    Certifications
        15.2.9    SG Holdings Co., Ltd.
            15.2.9.1    Company Overview
            15.2.9.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.9.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.9.4    Certifications
        15.2.10    PostNL NV
            15.2.10.1    Company Overview
            15.2.10.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.10.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.10.4    Certifications
        15.2.11    Qantas Courier Ltd.
            15.2.11.1    Company Overview
            15.2.11.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.11.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.11.4    Certifications
        15.2.12    Others
16    Key Trends and Developments in the Market


List of Key Figures and Tables

1.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by Service Type (USD Billion), 2018-2023
3.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by Service Type (USD Billion), 2024-2032
4.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by Destination (USD Billion), 2018-2023
5.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by Destination (USD Billion), 2024-2032
6.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by Transportation Mode (USD Billion), 2018-2023
7.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by Transportation Mode (USD Billion), 2024-2032
8.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2018-2023
9.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2024-2032
10.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2018-2023
11.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2024-2032
12.    North America Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
13.    North America Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
14.    Europe Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
15.    Europe Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
16.    Asia Pacific Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
17.    Asia Pacific Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
18.    Latin America Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
19.    Latin America Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
20.    Middle East and Africa Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
21.    Middle East and Africa Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
22.    Global Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) Market Structure

Key Questions Answered in the Report

In 2023, the market reached an approximate value of USD 442.15 billion.

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% between 2024 and 2032.

The market is estimated to witness healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach a value of around USD 709.12 billion by 2032.

The market is expected to show rapid growth in upcoming years owing to technological advancements and the rising prevalence of same-day and time-definite delivery services.

The growing surge in online shopping and the integration of automation, artificial intelligence, and data analytics in CEP services are expected to propel the expansion of the service in the forecast period.

The major regional markets are North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

The different end-uses are services (BFSI- banking, financial services and insurance), wholesale and retail trade (e-commerce), and manufacturing, construction, and utilities, among others.

The key players in the market include Deutsche Post DHL Group, FedEx Corporation, United Parcel Service Inc., SF Express (Group) Co. Ltd., DSV AS, DB Schenker, Nippon Express Holdings Inc., Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd., SG Holdings Co., Ltd., PostNL NV, and Qantas Courier Ltd., among others.

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