PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1652046
PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1652046
The global e-commerce logistics market size is expected to reach USD 3,721.53 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "E-Commerce Logistics Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Service Type, Operational Mode (Domestic and International), Business Model, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Forecast, 2025- 2034" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
E-commerce logistics encompasses the comprehensive management of storing, shipping, and delivering products purchased through online platforms. This market facilitates seamless order fulfillment through advanced technological solutions and innovative service offerings. The scope includes inventory management, warehousing operations, order processing systems, packaging solutions, transportation networks, last-mile delivery services, and returns handling processes.
The -commerce logistics market supports domestic and international e-commerce operations, facilitating cross-border trade and local deliveries. Modern e-commerce logistics incorporates artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, and blockchain technology to optimize operations and enhance customer experience. The market serves various business models, including business-to-business (B2B), business-to-consumer (B2C), and consumer-to-consumer (C2C) segments, each requiring specialized logistics solutions to meet specific operational requirements.
The widespread adoption of smartphones is driving the e-commerce logistics market expansion. Global smartphone penetration, exceeding 85% in developed markets and rapidly growing in emerging economies, has transformed how consumers shop and interact with e-commerce platforms. This shift has created unprecedented demands on logistics networks, particularly in mobile-first markets across Asia and Africa. The rise of mobile commerce (m-commerce) has led to a significant increase in impulse purchases and time-sensitive delivery requirements, forcing logistics providers to revamp their operations to handle higher order volumes and faster delivery expectations.
Based on service type, the transportation segment dominated the e-commerce logistics market in 2024, driven by the rapid growth in last-mile delivery services and the integration of AI-powered route optimization and real-time tracking capabilities.
Based on business model, the business-to-consumer (B2C) segment is projected to witness the fastest growth from 2025 to 2034, primarily due to the unprecedented surge in direct-to-consumer e-commerce sales and the increasing adoption of mobile shopping apps.
In 2024, North America dominated the global e-commerce logistics market, driven by the rapid adoption of automated warehouse solutions and the integration of AI in logistics operations.
The Asia Pacific e-commerce logistics market is projected to experience significant growth during the forecast period due to high smartphone penetration which has led to increase in utilization of e-commerce platforms.
A few of the global key market players are Amazon Logistics, DHL eCommerce, FedEx Corporation, UPS Supply Chain Solutions, XPO Logistics, Alibaba Group (Cainiao Network), JD Logistics, SF Express, Deutsche Post DHL Group, C.H. Robinson, DSV Panalpina, Kuehne + Nagel, Nippon Express, GXO Logistics, and Maersk (E-commerce Logistics).
Polaris Market Research has segmented the e-commerce logistics market research report on the basis of service type, operational mode, business model, and region: