Global-e acquires Passport as it looks to boost its Logistics Offering and Post-Purchase Experience
Global-e, whose platform powers global direct-to-consumer e-commerce, is set to acquire Passport, a US-based cross-border e-commerce logistics and solutions company.
It says that the acquisition will strengthen its logistics capabilities, adding standard shipping solutions powered by an efficient, asset light, multi-carrier network across cross-border, domestic, and last mile deliveries. It will also enhance its ability to execute direct injection and consolidated returns, supporting the delivery of scalable and cost-effective logistics solutions.
Passport will also continue to provide a non-merchant of record (non-MoR) solution, expanding Global-e’s offering to a broader and more diverse range of merchant segments.
“We are excited to welcome Passport to the Global-e family,” says Nir Debbi, President at Global-e. “This acquisition represents a significant step forward in our strategy to deepen our logistics and trade compliance capabilities to deliver a seamless, end-to-end logistics experience for our merchants and their customers. By integrating Passport’s advanced cross-border logistics infrastructure and multi-carrier network, we plan to extend our suite of advanced shipping solutions, increase standard shipping reliability, and enhance the post-purchase experience. We believe this combination will further differentiate Global-e’s platform and reinforce our position as the leading enabler of global e-commerce.”
“Joining Global-e marks an exciting new chapter for us,” says Alex Yancher, Founder and CEO at Passport. “We built our company to simplify and optimise cross-border logistics, and partnering with Global-e allows us to accelerate that mission on a global scale. Together, we will be able to deliver more efficient shipping solutions, improve transparency, and reduce friction in international trade for merchants and customers alike. We are thrilled to combine our expertise with Global-e’s platform to drive innovation in cross-border e-commerce, and create even greater value for our merchants and their customers.”
Global-e has agreed to acquire Passport for $350 million in upfront consideration, funded via approximately equal portions of cash on hand and ordinary shares of Global-e. An additional contingent consideration of up to $75 million is subject to Passport achieving certain financial results in 2026.
Following the closing, Yancher is expected to join the the executive management team to lead the integrated Passport business.
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
E-commerce will be a key focus area at the 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards.
The awards are now open for entries and celebrate global retail technology innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.
Our winners will be revealed at the 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards Ceremony, taking place at The HAC in Central London on Wednesday, 4th November.
Check out our 2025 winners here.
Our 2025 hall of fame entrants were revealed during a sold out event which took place at The HAC on 16th October and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by award winning comedian, actress and writer Tiff Stevenson.
In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “This is the awards’ fifth year as a physical event. We started off with just 30 people at the South Place Hotel not far from here, then moved to London Bridge Hotel, then The Barbican, and last year RIBA’s HQ in the West End.”
“But I’m conscious of the fact that, to quote the legend that is Taylor Swift, You’re only as hot as your last hit, baby. So, this year we’ve moved to our biggest venue yet, and also pulled in our largest number of entries to date and broken attendance records.”
He added: “This year’s submissions have without doubt been our best yet. To quote one of the judges: The examples of innovative developments across both traditional and digital retail spaces were truly remarkable.”
Congratulations to our winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Tiff Stevenson, and all those who attended our 2025 gathering.
