# Express Delivery Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends and Forecast (2026 - 2031) > **Industry:** Express, CEP & Last-Mile Delivery (Logistics & Supply Chain) > **Source:** [https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/global-express-delivery-market](https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/global-express-delivery-market) > **Scraped Date:** 2026-09-17 ## Executive Market Summary | Market Metric | Details | | :--- | :--- | | **Base Market Size** | USD 272.17 billion | | **Projected Forecast (2031)** | USD 272.17 billion | | **Growth Rate (CAGR)** | 5.83 % | | **Largest Market Region** | N/A | | **Fastest-Growing Region** | N/A | ## Market Visualizations & Infographics ![Major players in Express Delivery industry](images/chart_2.png) ![Express Delivery Market Size](images/chart_3.png) ![Express Delivery Market Share by End User Industry, 2025](images/chart_4.png) ![Express Delivery Market Share by Model, 2025](images/chart_5.png) ![Express Delivery Market Growth Rate by Region](images/chart_6.png) ![Express Delivery Market Concentration](images/chart_7.png) ![Icon](images/chart_8.png) ![footer background image](images/chart_10.png) ![Vijeron Intelligence on Facebook](images/chart_12.svg) ![Vijeron Intelligence on Pinterest](images/chart_14.svg) ![Vijeron Intelligence on Instagram](images/chart_15.svg) ![ESOMAR](images/chart_17.png) ![GPTW](images/chart_19.png) ## Comprehensive Research Analysis ### Overview Points List Flex 49 Share Feature End Market Overview Study Period | 2020 - 2031 | Market Size (2026) | USD 272.17 Billion | Market Size (2031) | USD 361.26 Billion | Growth Rate (2026 - 2031) | 5.83 % | Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific | Largest Market | North America | Market Concentration | Medium | Major Players *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order Image © Vijeron Intelligence. Reuse requires attribution under CC BY 4.0. | ### Market Overview Express Delivery Market Analysis by Vijeron Intelligence The Express Delivery Market size was valued at USD 255.53 billion in 2025 and is estimated to grow from USD 272.17 billion in 2026 to reach USD 361.26 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 5.83% during the forecast period (2026-2031). The global express delivery market is growing steadily, driven by rising consumer demand for faster deliveries and the rapid expansion of cross-border e-commerce. Growth is supported by increasing investments in automation and last-mile infrastructure, such as FedEx’s USD 9.2 billion acquisition of InPost to strengthen parcel locker networks and enhance delivery efficiency. While North America remains the largest market due to mature fulfillment ecosystems, Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region, supported by surging parcel volumes and digital commerce adoption. At the same time, workforce constraints and regulatory complexities are accelerating the shift toward automation, real-time tracking, and more agile, technology-driven delivery networks. Key Report Takeaways * By destination, domestic shipments led with 65.71% market share in 2025, while international flows are projected to expand at a 7.32% CAGR through 2026-2031. * By shipment weight, lightweight parcels captured 64.23% of the express delivery market share in 2025, whereas medium-weight consignments are forecast to grow at a 6.91% CAGR between 2026-2031. * By model, B2C accounted for 46.21% market share of the express delivery market in 2025. * By end user, e-commerce held a 33.21% share of the global express delivery market size, and healthcare logistics is poised to expand at a 6.49% CAGR through 2026-2031. * By mode, road transport dominated with a 47.98% share in 2025, whereas air cargo is the fastest-growing segment at a 6.82% CAGR. * By geography, North America led with 35.17% revenue share in 2025, but Asia-Pacific is forecast to register a 7.47% CAGR between 2026-2031. ### Key Market Trends Market Trends and Insights Drivers Impact Analysis of Express Delivery Market* Driver | (~) % Impact on CAGR Forecast | Geographic Relevance | Impact Timeline | Expansion of cross-border online shopping activities | +1.5% | Asia-Pacific to North America/Europe corridors | Medium term (2-4 years) | Rising consumer demand for same-day and next-day delivery | +1.2% | North America, Western Europe, urban Asia-Pacific | Short term (≤ 2 years) | Automation and robotics in fulfillment centers | +1.0% | North America, Europe, China, Japan | Long term (≥ 4 years) | Growth in B2B urgent shipment requirements | +0.9% | Manufacturing hubs worldwide | Medium term (2-4 years) | Integration of advanced tracking and real-time visibility | +0.8% | Global | Medium term (2-4 years) | Retail-carrier partnerships for faster delivery | +0.7% | North America, Europe, select Asia-Pacific | Short term (≤ 2 years) | Source: Vijeron Intelligence | ### Competitive Landscape Competitive Landscape The global express delivery market has moderate concentration. Global integrators focus on margin stability by rationalizing their networks, streamlining operations, and investing heavily in technology to enhance efficiency and resilience. Their strategies often emphasize automation, digital tracking, and optimized hub‑and‑spoke systems to balance costs against service reliability. Amazon’s vertical build-out, which now includes 110 freighters and more than 400 fulfillment nodes, compresses order-to-door times and forces incumbents to retool automation roadmaps. UPS spent USD 1.2 billion in 2024 on RFID and AI-driven sort, matching FedEx, whose Surround platform shaved misroutes by 18% in 2025. Chinese carriers continue a volume-over-price gambit; SF held pricing at RMB 13.12 per parcel even as peers cut tariffs by up to 9% to stoke growth. White-space opportunities center on healthcare cold chain and C2C logistics, both capital-intensive niches that deter low-cost entrants. Asset-light tech brokers have yet to dent reliability-driven express business, underscoring the enduring importance of owned networks. Scale in data, automation, and route density is set to widen competitive gaps across the express delivery industry. Express Delivery Industry Leaders * Aramex PJSC * Australian Postal Corporation * Canada Post Corporation (Including Purolator, Inc.) * China Post * CJ Logistics * *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order Image © Vijeron Intelligence. Reuse requires attribution under CC BY 4.0. ### Component Component 3 Scope Of The Report Bottom Global Express Delivery Market Report Scope The Global Express Delivery Market Report is Segmented by Destination (Domestic, International), by Shipment Weight (Heavy, Light, Medium), by Model (B2B, B2C, C2C), by End User (E-Commerce, BFSI, and More), by Mode of Transport (Road, Air, Others), and by Geography (Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, North America, South America). Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD). Destination Domestic | International | ### Segmentation Accordion Item Geography Asia-Pacific | Australia | | China | | India | | Indonesia | | Japan | | Malaysia | | Philippines | | Thailand | | Vietnam | | Rest of Asia-Pacific | Europe | France | | Germany | | Italy | | Netherlands | | Spain | | United Kingdom | | Nordics | | Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) | | Rest of Europe | Middle East and Africa | Qatar | | Saudi Arabia | | United Arab Emirates | | Egypt | | Nigeria | | South Africa | | Rest of Middle East and Africa | North America | Canada | | Mexico | | United States | | Rest of North America | South America | Argentina | | Brazil | | Chile | | Rest of South America | ## Frequently Asked Questions #### How large is the global express delivery market in 2026? The express delivery market size is USD 272.17 billion in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 361.26 billion by 2031. #### What is the expected CAGR for global express delivery through 2031? The market is projected to expand at a 5.83% CAGR between 2026 and 2031. #### Which region is growing fastest in express parcel volumes? Asia-Pacific leads growth with a 7.47% CAGR, buoyed by China's massive e-commerce parcel output. #### Which end-user vertical offers the highest growth runway? Healthcare logistics is advancing at a 6.49% CAGR as biologics and cell-and-gene therapies demand temperature-controlled transport. #### How are carriers addressing workforce shortages? Operators are accelerating automation, expanding parcel locker networks, and piloting autonomous and crowdsourced delivery models. #### What mode of transport is gaining share in premium services? Air cargo is growing at a 6.82% CAGR as carriers add dedicated freighters for time-critical and cold-chain shipments.