Asendia and Singapore Post have formed a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening cross-border e-commerce logistics in Singapore and the wider Asia-Pacific region, according to reporting in Parcel and Postal Technology International.

The companies stated the collaboration will focus on improving delivery performance, scalability and market access for businesses shipping into and out of Singapore, which they describe as a key gateway for regional e-commerce. Around 75 per cent of online shoppers in Singapore purchase from overseas sellers, underlining the country's role as both a destination and transit hub.

The partnership comes ahead of regulatory changes affecting global e-commerce flows. From 1 July 2026, the European Union will remove the €150 de minimis customs duty exemption and introduce a flat €3 duty on low-value imports. Similar measures have already been introduced in some countries, including additional handling fees.

To address these changes, Asendia and Singapore Post stated they are developing Delivered Duty Paid solutions to simplify customs processes and reduce the risk of delays or rejected deliveries.

Chief Executive of Singapore Post Mark Chong stated: "By extending our cross-border partnerships, we are providing businesses with the support to manage these complexities, ensuring that our customers can maintain access to these markets, minimizing the risk of delivery friction or doorstep rejection."

The collaboration builds on Asendia's existing presence in the region, including its Singapore hub operations. The companies stated the partnership will support international brands and marketplace sellers using platforms such as Amazon, eBay and Etsy by streamlining parcel shipping into Singapore and across Asia-Pacific.

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