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Five cross-border retail issues to fix ahead of peak season

Asendia — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:09:14 GMT

Retailers are confident about cross-border growth, but nearly one in three international deliveries still misses the mark. Here are the five key issues that could affect performance at peak season, plus advice on how to solve each one.

Retailers are feeling bold. Our latest research shows that three-quarters (75%) are confident about growing cross-border sales. But confidence and delivery are not the same thing. On average, the same retailers estimated that 29% of their international deliveries fail to meet customer expectations. That's nearly one parcel out of three falling short.

From Incheon to the World: Asendia Launches High-Tech Logistics Solution to Secure Korean E-commerce

Asendia — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Press Release 29th of September 2026, Seoul

As the "K-Wave" continues to dominate global markets, the path from a Korean warehouse to a global doorstep is becoming increasingly complex. With Korea’s cross-border exports projected to nearly triple to USD 21 billion (KRW 31.3 trillion) by 2030 ^[1] , the demand for a logistics partner that understands the "K-Brand" ambition has never been higher.

Ecommerce fulfilment: what it is and how to choose a 3PL

Asendia — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:20:31 GMT

Ecommerce fulfilment is everything that happens between a customer clicking "buy" and the parcel arriving at their door: receiving stock, storing it, picking and packing orders, shipping them and handling returns. Online retailers either run this operation themselves or hand it to a third-party logistics provider (3PL). This guide explains how the fulfilment process works, weighs in-house fulfilment against outsourcing, and sets out the criteria that matter when choosing a 3PL partner.

Asendia SendNow provides digital shipping platform for Etsy sellers in eight markets

Asendia — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:36:17 GMT

Press Release 6th August 2026, Paris| Asendia

Asendia, the cross-border e-commerce specialist, has partnered with Etsy, the global marketplace for unique and creative goods, to provide trusted global shipping solutions through its innovative SendNow platform.

This strategic collaboration makes SendNow by Asendia accessible to Etsy sellers based in eight markets across Europe and the APAC region (Greece, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Netherlands, Australia, India and Vietnam). Sellers will be offered seamless access to domestic and international shipping solutions.

Customs - Answering your questions

Asendia — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:33:09 GMT

During our 'Customs Series' webinar we received some live audience questions.

Below you will find the answers from our panel of experts.

Beyond DDU and DDP: How to Choose the Right EU Delivery Strategy Under the New Customs Rules

Asendia — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:15:00 GMT

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes

From understanding the changes to making the right decision

If your business ships to customers in the European Union, the upcoming customs changes taking effect in 2026 are likely already on your radar.

These reforms represent a fundamental shift in how cross-border e-commerce shipments are handled—introducing new duties, more detailed data requirements, and greater accountability in the import process. They are part of a broader EU customs reform aimed at creating a more transparent, data-driven, and compliance-focused import environment.^1,²

How should you adapt your delivery strategy under this new environment?

What the New EU Customs Rules Mean for Cross-Border E-commerce effective on July 1, 2026

Asendia — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:15:00 GMT

Are you currently selling products to consumers in the European Union? If so, it is essential to be aware that a major set of EU customs changes will come into effect on 1 July 2026.

These changes represent a fundamental shift in how cross-border e-commerce shipments are handled, impacting nearly every parcel entering the EU from non-EU markets. For e-commerce businesses across the APAC region—whether brand.com operators, online retailers, marketplace sellers, or logistics providers—understanding these developments is critical not only to remain compliant, but also to safeguard margins, maintain delivery performance, and ensure a seamless customer experience.

From Complexity to Growth: Choosing the Right EU Delivery Solution Under the New Customs Rules

Asendia — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:38:06 GMT

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

From strategy to action

In our previous articles, we explored how EU customs changes are making traditional delivery models more complex and less predictable.

The next step is clear: how do you translate this into the right delivery strategy for your business?

DDP vs DAP (Formerly DDU) for EU Ecommerce | Asendia

Asendia — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:36:37 GMT

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes

From understanding the changes to making the right decision

If your business ships to customers in the European Union, the upcoming customs changes taking effect in 2026 are likely already on your radar.

How should you adapt your delivery strategy under this new environment?

Asendia and Singapore Post Form Strategic Partnership to Strengthen APAC Cross-Border E-commerce Gateway

Asendia — Fri, 08 May 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Press Release 7th May 2026, Singapore