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Evri's Parcel Deliveries Surge with Pre-Loved Fashion Boom

The parcel company reports record profits and significant growth driven by online secondhand shopping trends.

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Evri had its “best ever year” after investing in customer service

Overview

  • Evri delivered over 730 million parcels in the last financial year, marking a 16% increase and setting a new company record.
  • The surge in deliveries is attributed to the rising popularity of online marketplaces for secondhand goods, particularly in the fashion sector.
  • Evri's profits more than doubled to £119 million, supported by a £32 million investment in customer service improvements.
  • The company plans to hire an additional 8,000 couriers and 1,000 warehouse staff to support its growth ambitions.
  • Evri was acquired by Apollo Global Management for £2.7 billion, reflecting investor confidence in its innovative, low-emission delivery model.