The UK, the third-largest e-commerce market globally, is projected to generate $194.1 billion by 2027. Despite the post-Brexit impact, the UK remains Europe’s most advanced e-commerce hub, with 17% of B2C sales coming from cross-border in 2022. If your business is eyeing expansion into this lucrative market but worried about the logistical hurdles, don’t let those fears hold you back. Here’s what you need to know about the UK e-commerce landscape and how to overcome cross-border shipping challenges.
UK online shoppers at a glance
Did you know? 42% of UK shoppers buy online at least once a month, and 37% shop more than once a week. Their top categories? Fashion and Accessories lead with 31% of purchases, followed by Toys, Hobbies, and DIY at 19%, and Electronics & Media at 18%.
Why do they shop online? Convenience and competitive pricing are the main drivers, with half of UK online shoppers say they shop online because of the ease of home delivery.
Tapping into the UK e-commerce market comes with hurdles – post-Brexit complications, longer shipping times and logistics complexities. But with end-to-end shipping, these challenges become opportunities for growth. Here is why:
Why one-stop end-to-end shipping to the UK matters for your growth
High cost-efficiency
By integrating the entire shipping process, your businesses can reduce customs, handling fees, and fragmented logistics expenses, leading to more predictable and lower pricing.
Shipping journey simplified
Complete logistics cover the entire shipping process—from pick-up and warehouse handling to customs, transportation, and last-mile delivery—offering your business a seamless and efficient flow.
Seamless customs clearance
Given the impact of Brexit, businesses must now deal with customs declarations, duties, and VAT regulations. End-to-end shipping handles customs clearance, regulatory compliance, and documentation, reducing the risk of delays, penalties, or rejected shipments. This is especially important in post-Brexit shipping between the EU and UK.
CIRRO E-Commerce — Simplify your shipping from the Netherlands or Belgium to the UK
Comprehensive end-to-end shipping
Our end-to-end shipping solutions cover it all—from first-mile pick-up and warehouse handling to customs clearance, transportation, and last-mile delivery. With CIRRO E-Commerce, your products will reach your UK customer’s doorstep from the Netherlands/Belgium in just 3-4 days. We guarantee a seamless and reliable shipping experience.
Seamless customs clearance
Customs can be one of the most challenging parts of cross-border shipping, but we make it easy. We support you with the T1 Transit procedure to ensure your shipments are processed quickly. Our customs clearance process is typically completed within 24 hours. With our extensive resources and expertise in operational data analysis, we guarantee accuracy, handle all the paperwork, and ensure your goods cross borders smoothly.
Customized shipping solutions tailored to your needs
Need customized shipping solutions tailored to your specific needs? No problem, whether you need first-mile pick-up services, proof of delivery (POD) options, or specialized shipping strategies. We aim to provide a flexible shipping service that works for your unique business needs.
Integration with leading logistics platforms
We closely connect with leading logistics software platforms like Picqer, Centiro, Lyra, nShift, and Sherpaan to further streamline the process. These seamless integrations help you optimize order, shipping, transport management, and logistics processes, creating a more efficient and connected business experience.
