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Metapack enables retailers to keep trading during COVID-19 disruption with Ship-from-Store solution

Metapack, a global leader in trusted eCommerce delivery technology, today announces that over 10 retailers have now deployed its Ship-from-Store solution, enabling them to transform physical stores into mini distribution centres and keep trading during the disruption caused by the

29/04/2020 | Retail News, Retailer News | Read More

E-commerce delivery platform MetaPack bought by Stamps.com

MetaPack, a global leader in e-commerce delivery technology, has today announced that it has reached an agreement with Stamps.com Inc., the leading provider of postage online and shipping software solutions, to sell the business in a deal worth approximately £175

26/07/2018 | Retail News, Retailer News | Read More

Average order value rises for 14th consecutive month

Online retail parcel delivery order volumes were up +13.9% year-on-year in April, according to the latest data from the IMRG MetaPack UK Delivery Index. Easter, which usually provides a boost for retail sales activity, fell early this year (in March),

30/05/2018 | Data Time, Research, Retail News, Retailer News | Read More

MetaPack Carrier Certification Programme to expand overseas as retailers benefit from faster carrier on-boarding

Less than two years since it was launched, the Carrier Certification Programme run by  MetaPack, the global leader in eCommerce delivery technology, is set to expand into Europe bringing further cost and time-saving benefits to eCommerce retailer

10/05/2018 | Logistics, Retail News, Services Time | Read More

Massive increase in parcel deliveries over Cyber Weekend exceeds predictions, says MetaPack

A huge rise in delivery volumes processed across the MetaPack delivery platform of 26% year-on-year over Black Friday and the Cyber Weekend, outpaced even the most optimistic predictions made by the company in the run up to the Peak weekend. MetaPack,

29/11/2017 | Retail News, Retailer News | Read More

Consumers’ e-commerce delivery expectations don’t marry with reality, MetaPack study finds

Today’s consumers say their online purchasing decisions are directly influenced by delivery and returns and the experiences they encounter. As the findings of this year’s MetaPack 2016 State of eCommerce Delivery Consumer Research Report reveal, competing in today’s dynamic e-commerce

02/11/2016 | Data Time, Research | Read More
Ecomnova launches corporate gifting service thanks to rapid expansion on MetaPack platform

Ecomnova launches corporate gifting service thanks to rapid expansion on MetaPack platform

Ecomnova, the fast growing e-commerce gifting specialist, is launching a new premiere service to corporate customers following its deployment of the MetaPack delivery management platform. The 161% increase in delivery volumes since the end of 2014 has enabled the company

05/10/2016 | Retail News, Retail Technology, Retailer News | Read More
European e-commerce can continue to flourish and escape burdensome red tape despite Brexit, says MetaPack

European e-commerce can continue to flourish and escape burdensome red tape despite Brexit, says MetaPack

With complex trade negotiations about to begin, MetaPack, a global leader in e-commerce delivery technology, has today stated that European e-commerce can continue to flourish and escape burdensome red tape despite last week’s European Referendum result. According to

30/06/2016 | Data Time, Reports | Read More

MetaPack reports 66% of new business from mainland Europe and 25% growth in revenue

MetaPack, a global leader in e-commerce delivery technology, has announced that it has achieved a 25% year-on-year revenue growth (2015-16 compared to 2014-15). With offices in the UK, Netherlands, France, Germany and Spain, the company is going from strength to

11/05/2016 | Retail News, Retailer News | Read More

River Island drives huge efficiency gains and saves £3m in costs with MetaPack

With 350 stores across Europe, Asia and the Middle East and six dedicated websites in four currencies, River Island is known as a global leader in stylish, affordable fashion. As more and more customers are purchasing online, the retailer has

11/04/2016 | Retail News, Retail Technology, Retailer News | Read More

Retailers and marketers must look to Millennials for vision into future, MetaPack survey reveals

High expectations and a willingness to pay more for a tailored service, despite a smaller income – this is what the average ‘Millennial’ consumer of today is demanding according to the findings of the recent MetaPack Delivering Consumer Choice: 2015

18/02/2016 | Data Time, Research | Read More
MetaPack predicts record parcels volumes at the weekend

MetaPack predicts record parcels volumes at the weekend

MetaPack, a global leader in e-commerce delivery management, expects the last weekend before Christmas to result in record parcel volumes as shoppers catch-up with their festive shopping.

18/12/2015 | Retail News, Retailer News | Read More

MetaPack and JDA parcel volumes jump by 35%, surging ahead of average industry orders

MetaPack, a global leader in e-commerce delivery management and JDA Software Group Inc., a leader in end-to-end, integrated retail omni-channel and supply chain solutions, have today announced a significant jump of 35% in year-on-year deliveries made across their platforms. The

16/12/2015 | Data Time, Research | Read More
New MetaPack-Bleckmann partnership brings extended choice to European retail customers

New MetaPack-Bleckmann partnership brings extended choice to European retail customers

MetaPack, a global leader in e-commerce delivery technology, has today announced that Bleckmann, a leading provider of fashion & lifestyle logistics specialising in retail and e-commerce, will use MetaPack Delivery Management solutions across all of its European operations to support

25/11/2015 | Retail News, Retailer News | Read More

Retail industry better prepared to ride the ‘peak tsunami’, says MetaPack

MetaPack, a global leader in e-commerce delivery technology, is using its data analysis and market insight to forecast a significant and strategic change during this year’s ‘Peak Period’. Whilst parcel volumes are predicted to reach record numbers over the Black Friday weekend and

10/11/2015 | Retail News, Retailer News | Read More
MetaPack unveils Delivering Consumer Choice: 2015 State of eCommerce Delivery consumer survey

MetaPack unveils Delivering Consumer Choice: 2015 State of eCommerce Delivery consumer survey

Today’s consumers expect online retailers to provide more convenient and more personalised delivery options to accommodate their busy lifestyle needs. According to a new study carried out by Research Now on behalf of MetaPack, the global leader in e-commerce delivery,

29/10/2015 | Data Time, Research | Read More

Anatwine partners with MetaPack to provide personalised and seamless delivery experience

Global online fashion platform Anatwine, announces it has signed a partnership agreement with leading provider of delivery management solutions MetaPack. The partnership will see the two fast moving tech companies collaborate to enable brands and retailers on Anatwine’s revolutionary global fashion network the

11/09/2015 | Retail News, Retailer News | Read More
MetaPack strengthens executive team with appointment of David Jack as Group CIO

MetaPack strengthens executive team with appointment of David Jack as Group CIO

MetaPack, a global leader in e-commerce delivery, has today announced the appointment of David Jack as Group CIO. He will be responsible for overseeing all software engineering and will report directly to Patrick Wall, CEO and founder of MetaPack Group. Jack joins

11/06/2015 | People | Read More
Millennials expectations for summer online deliveries hit new high, reports MetaPack

Millennials expectations for summer online deliveries hit new high, reports MetaPack

As young millennials hit online stores for their summer holiday wardrobes, their expectations for delivery are sky high, according to research from MetaPack. Put simply, UK consumers aged 18-24 want their delivery fast and on their terms. Digital natives, who have

20/05/2015 | Data Time, Research | Read More
Levels of on-time delivery performing well in 2015,  IMRG and MetaPack Delivery Index shows

Levels of on-time delivery performing well in 2015, IMRG and MetaPack Delivery Index shows

Online retail delivery volumes were up 11.9% year-on-year in February according to IMRG and MetaPack. This now means that UK online retail parcel volumes have risen by 10.5% in the first two months of the year compared with 2014 –

27/03/2015 | Data Time, Research | Read More
Brits lead French and Germans in using click and collect for online deliveries, Metapack reveals

Brits lead French and Germans in using click and collect for online deliveries, Metapack reveals

British, German and French consumers are unified by their love of online shopping but new research commissioned by MetaPack, a leading provider of e-commerce technology for delivery services, reveals some subtle national differences for retailers and carriers to consider. The power

23/02/2015 | Data Time, Research | Read More
DPD wins two titles in MetaPack Delivery Excellence Awards

DPD wins two titles in MetaPack Delivery Excellence Awards

Parcel delivery company DPD has won its first industry awards of the year, topping two categories at the prestigious MetaPack Delivery Excellence Awards. The awards recognised the firm’s track record in innovation and customer services. MetaPack is the UK’s leading

06/02/2015 | Awards, Retailer News, Services Time | Read More

Online shopping is a lifestyle for Chinese consumers, says Alibaba

Retailers looking to expand e-commerce sales in China must treat the market as a new project, according to Ken Ardali, director of international e-commerce business development at Alibaba Group, China’s leading online retailer. Speaking at The Delivery Conference, organised by

05/02/2015 | Online retailers, Online retailing specialist, Retail News, Retailer News | Read More
UK e-commerce climbs to another high on Manic Monday, reveals MetaPack

UK e-commerce climbs to another high on Manic Monday, reveals MetaPack

MetaPack, a leading provider of e-commerce technology for delivery services, has released its latest data on how online deliveries are performing in the lead up to Christmas. The online delivery volumes over the Manic Monday weekend saw a 25% increase compared to the

10/12/2014 | Data Time, Research | Read More
MetaPack attracts Europe’s top e-commerce influencers at 2015 Delivery Conference

MetaPack attracts Europe’s top e-commerce influencers at 2015 Delivery Conference

The MetaPack Group, a leading provider of e-commerce technology for delivery services, has announced the next Delivery Conference will take place on 3 February 2015 at the Westminster Park Plaza in London. The event, which attracts the top influencers from the retail

31/10/2014 | Conferences, Events, Services Time | Read More
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