The continued growth of online shopping is driving up parcel volumes in the B2C market. Against this backdrop, the Ulm-based Noerpel Group is further strengthening its e-fulfilment business. From July 2026, all e-fulfilment services across its logistics locations in Germany, Austria and Switzerland will be brought together under the unified brand “Noerpel flow”. A newly implemented IT structure will enable standardised, centrally managed fulfilment processes, supported by transparent inventory and order reporting.
Following the acquisition of e-commerce specialist Wehner Logistics in 2023, e-fulfilment services have become an integral part of the Noerpel portfolio. Following Wehner's integration into the Noerpel Group, its specialist expertise has gradually been rolled out across additional logistics locations. The introduction of the shared Noerpel Flow brand formally completes this process. Moving forward, Wehner Logistics in Langenfeld and the Noerpel Group will both operate their e-fulfilment activities under the same market presence. “E-commerce continues to grow, and we are consolidating our strengths within the e-fulfilment business,” says Lucas Noerpel-Schneider. “With a unified market presence and standardised service parameters under Noerpel flow, we are positioning ourselves even more strongly for the future.”
Recent market studies underline the resilience of online retail. Despite the challenging economic climate, B2C e-commerce increased by 0.6 per cent in 2025 and is predicted to grow by between 2.5 and 4 per cent in 2026.1 According to the German Retail Association (HDE), online sales of new goods are forecast to rise by 4.3 per cent in 2026, following growth of 3.9 per cent in 2025 and 3.8 per cent in 2024.2
Four sectors drive online retail
According to the HDE, the largest share of online sales in 2025 was generated by fashion and accessories (22.9%), consumer electronics and electrical goods (21.3%), leisure and hobbies (15.3%), and consumer goods (14.5%). These four sectors also play a significant role in Noerpel’s e-fulfilment business. The logistics provider supports numerous e-commerce projects across a wide range of industries, from outdoor clothing and footwear to electronics, toys and confectionery. “Some customers use our e-fulfilment services exclusively,” explains Lucas Noerpel-Schneider. “Others have been working with us for many years in traditional logistics segments and have added e-fulfilment services to their existing solutions.”
To ensure a seamless flow of information, Noerpel has developed a dedicated IT solution for its e-fulfilment operations. Standardised interfaces allow the integration of leading webshop systems, individual customer solutions, and online marketplaces. The platform connects transport and warehouse management systems, processes customer and billing data, and provides real-time transport information.
Well-positioned for cross-border logistics
As an e-fulfilment provider, Noerpel draws on its long-standing expertise in transport and logistics. The company covers the entire logistics chain from a single source, including international air and sea freight, consolidated retail deliveries and direct B2C distribution. This includes cross-border transport and customs clearance services between the European Union and Switzerland. With sites located close to national borders, Noerpel is ideally positioned to support international goods flows.
Several logistics centres across the DACH region are also equipped to handle hazardous goods. This enables Noerpel to provide e-fulfilment solutions for sensitive products such as batteries, perfumes and paints.
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1 The 2026 CEP Study (CEP = courier, express and parcel services) by the Federal Association for Parcel and Express Logistics (BPEX)
2 IFH Cologne/HDE Online Monitor 2026; Forecast as at May 2025