UK parcel carrier Evri to enter US delivery market with acquisition

Evri, the largest pure-play parcel delivery company in the United Kingdom following its merger with DHL eCommerce last year, has agreed to acquire Florida-based courier Cross Border Connect, which specializes in e-commerce delivery and returns between the U.K. and United States. The acquisition strengthens Evri Group’s ability to support customers moving parcels between the UK, Europe by combining the company’s scale with Cross Border Connect’s technology and domestic U.S. delivery expertise, Evri said in a news release on Monday announcing the transaction. It also marks the latest step in Evri’s international growth strategy. Evri is gaining access to the U.S. market at a time UK-U.S. e-commerce is one of the fastest growing trade lanes in the world In mid-2025, DHL eCommerce took a large minority stake in Evri and folded its operations into its partner to create a parcel delivery giant in the U.K. Evri currently moves more than one billion parcels and three billion business letters per year. The same year, Evri also made a multi-million dollar acquisition for Coll-8, an Ireland-based customs clearance specialist giving it direct access into the Republic of Ireland and enabling broader EU cross-border trade. CBC, based in Boca Raton, operates an asset-light network that uses a proprietary technology platform to manage pickup and customs clearance at six ports of entry and direct injection of packages at the carrier’s closest hub, allowing retailers and marketplaces to optimize parcel routing by cost, speed and service. Co-founder Chris Lentjes will remain as CEO, Evri said. Why It Matters : The proliferation of last-mile delivery and cross-border logistics providers in recent years gives shippers more options, but analysts say the industry needs to eventually consolidate and sort out the strongest companies. And more parcel operators like Evri are looking to expand into other markets. “This acquisition is an important step in the continued growth of Evri’s international business. Cross Border Connect brings deep expertise in the U.S. market, strong carrier relationships and innovative technology that enables customers to improve cross-border delivery speed and achieve cost reductions of up to 30%,” said Evri Chief Commercial Officer David Saenz. “Combined with CBC’s established network, integrated customs capabilities and Evri’s best-in-class air freight rates, customers will have even greater flexibility to make smarter shipping decisions and optimize their international delivery operations.” Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Click here for more FreightWaves/American Shipper stories by Eric Kulisch. Write to Eric Kulisch at ekulisch@freightwaves.com . DHL eCommerce to merge with UK courier Evri CMA CGM finalizes $1.4B acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain FedEx and UPS highlight parcel security, risk management tools Upcoming FreightWaves Events Compliance Brokerage Compliance Symposium The day before F3. Every compliance issue you face - fraud exposure, carrier liability, FMCSA rules, cargo theft, insurance gaps - navigated by attorneys and operators defining best practices in a changing industry. October 26, 2026 The Signal at Chattanooga Choo Choo • Chattanooga, TN Register Now Awards F3 Awards Dinner The night before F3. FreightTech100 companies honored. FreightTech 25 and Shipper of Choice winners revealed live. Cocktail reception into dinner and live music - 300 industry leaders in one purpose-built room. October 26, 2026 The Signal at Chattanooga Choo Choo • Chattanooga, TN Register Now FreightTech F3: Future of Freight Festival Industry-defining keynotes, rapid-fire technology demos, and industry leaders networking in experiences across Chattanooga - plus the inaugural F3 Awards Dinner featuring the FreightTech and Shipper of Choice reveals. October 27, 2026 – October 28, 2026 The Signal at Chattanooga Choo Choo • Chattanooga, TN Register Now Compliance Brokerage Compliance Symposium Oct 26 • The Signal at Chattanooga Choo Choo • Chattanooga, TN The day before F3. Every compliance issue you face - fraud exposure, carrier liability, FMCSA rules, cargo theft, insurance gaps - navigated by attorneys and operators defining best practices in a changing industry. The Signal at Chattanooga Choo Choo • Chattanooga, TN Register Now Awards F3 Awards Dinner Oct 26 • The Signal at Chattanooga Choo Choo • Chattanooga, TN The night before F3. FreightTech100 companies honored. FreightTech 25 and Shipper of Choice winners revealed live. Cocktail reception into dinner and live music - 300 industry leaders in one purpose-built room. The Signal at Chattanooga Choo Choo • Chattanooga, TN Register Now FreightTech F3: Future of Freight Festival Oct 27 – Oct 28 • The Signal at Chattanooga Choo Choo • Chattanooga, TN Industry-defining keynotes, rapid-fire technology demos, and industry leaders networking in experiences across Chattanooga - plus the inaugural F3 Awards Dinner featuring the FreightTech and