Research from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), revealed that Europe remains by far the most prepared region for e-commerce. It has eight countries ranking in the top ten of a global index that was published last December. On top, we find the Netherlands, Switzerland and Singapore. The Netherlands is on top of the list for its second
Takeaway acquires Just Eat
After months of negotiating, the Dutch food-delivery company Takeaway acquired Just Eat. By completing the takeover, it trumps its competitor Naspers. Just Eat stakeholders now have accepted the Takeaway offer. Dominant in Europe Takeaway is already one of the leading European food-delivery companies. The company holds a leading position in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Dutch consumers return the most online orders
In the Netherlands, the number of returned online purchases by consumers is the highest in all of Europe. A total of 13% of all orders is returned. This is higher than the percentage in countries such as Germany, Poland, Ireland and Switzerland (12%). The average return percentage in Europe is up 10%. Notable is the declining trend in fashion returns. This can all be concluded
The time for IoT and mobility solutions is now!
Mobile technology is perceived as the most effective way to provide a faster shopping experience by 67,3% of consumers in four key markets. This is concluded from research performed by SOTI. The four key markets are the United Kingdom, United States, Germany and Sweden. SOTI surveyed 4.000 respondents amongst these countries, also finding that 76% of consumers want
SEKO Logistics aquires cross-border e-commerce specialists, Air-City, Inc.
SEKO Logistics completed its largest-ever acquisition with the purchase of New York-based freight forwarder and cross-border e-commerce experts, Air-City, Inc. The investment represents the latest phase of SEKO’s program to expand its global footprint and establishing more strategic partnerships. The acquisition is made to expedite the growth of its three core services;