📦 What’s New? InPost, the European parcel locker giant, has signed a long-term agreement with Vinted, the secondhand fashion marketplace, to manage deliveries across eight European countries through 2027. This includes: 🇬🇧 UK🇫🇷 France🇪🇸 Spain🇮🇹 Italy🇵🇱 Poland🇧🇪 Belgium🇳🇱 Netherlands🇵🇹 Portugal InPost will provide delivery services for millions of Vinted users, streamlining cross-border fulfillment and last-mile […]
Temu & Shein Shift Focus to EU as Marketplace Growth Accelerates in Europe
🛍️ What’s New? Chinese e-commerce giants Temu and Shein are rapidly redirecting their growth focus toward Europe and the UK in response to rising tariffs and regulatory headwinds in the U.S. With U.S. policy changes eliminating duty-free thresholds on low-value imports, both platforms are now aggressively investing in Europe to maintain momentum. 🌍 Why It […]
DHL’s 2025 Report: How AI and Social Commerce Are Transforming Global E‑Commerce
What’s new?DHL eCommerce has released its 2025 Global E‑Commerce Trends Report, spotlighting how consumer behaviour is rapidly shifting across borders. Based on feedback from over 24,000 online shoppers in 24 countries, the report identifies AI integration and social commerce as the top trends reshaping the future of global retail. 📊 Key Findings 🤖 Why This […]
Alibaba and JD.com See Sales Boost During 618 Festival, Thanks to Government Subsidies
This year’s 618 shopping festival in China has started strong, with Alibaba and JD.com reporting a noticeable rise in sales—especially in categories supported by government subsidies. The 618 event, which originally began as a promotion for JD.com’s anniversary, has become one of the biggest online sales periods in China, second only to Singles’ Day in […]
Amazon Leads Austria’s E-Commerce Market, Local Sellers Join In
In 2024, online shopping in Austria saw steady growth, with total consumer spending reaching just over €10.5 billion. Of that, more than €4.3 billion was spent on Amazon alone—putting the platform firmly in the lead, with a commanding 41% market share. These figures come from a recent report by the Austrian Retail Association and ECDB. […]
DHL Introduces Monthly Flat Fee for Business Parcel Shipping
From July 1st, 2025, DHL will implement a new monthly fee structure for business customers who use its parcel and return services in Germany. This change applies to sellers using the DHL Business Customer Portal and has already been communicated directly to them through the platform. The fee, which applies to both DHL Parcel and […]
TikTok Shop Still Finding Its Feet in Germany
Two months after its launch in Germany, TikTok Shop has yet to win over most consumers. While the platform is gaining visibility, actual use remains limited. According to a recent survey by media agency OMD, just 2.5% of respondents had made a purchase on TikTok Shop by the end of May. TikTok Shop officially launched […]
Temu Survey: German Shoppers Report Saving 27% in 2024
Temu, the Chinese online marketplace that has been active in Europe for two years, recently shared results from a customer survey conducted in January 2025. The data highlights that German shoppers who used the platform in 2024 reported an average saving of 27% on their purchases. The survey, carried out in partnership with research firm […]
Arvato Opens New Logistics Center in Istanbul, Expanding Operations in Turkey
Arvato, a German third-party logistics provider, has announced the opening of its new logistics center in Istanbul, Turkey. This marks the company’s ninth warehouse in the country and is part of its ongoing efforts to grow its logistics network in the region. The new center spans 31,000 square meters and is spread across two floors. […]
DHL Shipping Now Integrated with Shopify in Germany
Shopify and DHL have entered into a partnership that allows online sellers in Germany to use DHL shipping services directly within Shopify’s platform. This means that Shopify merchants can now access DHL shipping without needing to leave their store dashboard or rely on external tools. The new integration aims to make shipping easier and more […]