Global-e to Enhance Logistics Offering with Acquisition of Passport, a US-based e-Commerce Logistics and Solutions Company
Rhea-AI Summary
Global-e (NASDAQ: GLBE) agreed to acquire Passport, a US-based cross-border e-commerce logistics and solutions company, in a deal valued at $350 million in upfront consideration, split roughly equally between cash and Global-e ordinary shares, plus up to $75 million in contingent consideration.
The acquisition is expected to add asset-light, multi-carrier standard shipping across cross-border, domestic and last-mile deliveries, enhance direct injection and consolidated returns, and broaden Global-e’s reach to non-Merchant of Record merchants. Passport is expected to generate about $100 million in 2026 revenue and have a neutral to slightly positive Adjusted EBITDA impact in H2 2026.
Positive
- Acquiring Passport for $350M upfront plus up to $75M earnout
- Passport expected to generate about $100M revenue in 2026
- Deal funded with roughly equal cash and Global-e ordinary shares
- Neutral to slightly positive Adjusted EBITDA impact expected in H2 2026
- Enhances asset-light multi-carrier cross-border and last-mile logistics network
- Expands offering to non-Merchant of Record merchant segments
Negative
- Upfront consideration of $350M plus up to $75M contingent payment
- Transaction subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions
- Integration of Passport business presents execution and synergy realization risks
News Market Reaction – GLBE
In the May 26 session, GLBE declined 0.90%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Previous Acquisition Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31 | Strategic acquisition | Positive | -0.2% | Acquisition of ReturnGo to enhance automated returns and exchanges. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Past acquisition news showed a small negative price reaction, suggesting modest divergence from strategic intent.
The company’s prior tagged acquisition event on Jul 31, 2025 involved buying ReturnGo Ltd. to enhance AI-driven returns and exchanges. Management indicated that deal was not expected to materially impact revenue or financials, and the stock moved about -0.18% over 24 hours. Today’s Passport announcement similarly targets post-purchase and logistics capabilities, extending that strategy from returns into broader shipping and delivery workflows.
Key Terms
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Acquisition expected to deepen Global-e’s standard logistics capabilities and improve the post-purchase experience for merchants and shoppers
- Acquisition focuses on asset-light carrier capabilities and offering of competitive best in class cross-border, domestic and “last mile delivery” standard logistics, supporting sophisticated solutions such as direct injection, consolidated returns and customs brokerage
- Will enable expansion of global offering to merchant segments that require a Non-Merchant of Record solution, leveraging the existing Passport platform
PETAH-TIKVA, Israel, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global-e Online Ltd. (NASDAQ: GLBE) (“Global-e” or the “Company”), the platform powering global direct-to-consumer e-commerce, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement (the “Agreement”) to acquire Passport Global Inc. (“Passport”), a US-based cross-border e-commerce logistics and solutions company.
The acquisition of Passport will further strengthen Global-e’s logistics capabilities, adding advanced standard shipping solutions powered by an efficient, asset-light, multi-carrier network across cross-border, domestic, and last-mile deliveries. The acquisition will also enhance Global-e’s 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.
The acquisition is expected to strengthen Global-e’s value proposition by increasing control over critical logistics workflows, including fulfillment, delivery, and returns. We believe this unified experience will enhance the Global-e offering, providing merchants with end-to-end service delivery, including duty clearance, reducing delays and discrepancies, and facilitating customs brokerage.
“We are excited to welcome Passport to the Global-e family,” said Nir Debbi, President of 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 Passport,” said Alex Yancher, Founder and CEO of Passport. “We built our company to simplify and optimize 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 agreed to acquire Passport for
Following the closing, Passport’s founder and CEO Alex Yancher is expected to join the Global-e executive management team to lead the integrated Passport business.
Passport is expected to generate approximately
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements
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About Global-e
Global-e (Nasdaq: GLBE) is the world's leading platform enabling and accelerating global, Direct-To-Consumer e-commerce. The chosen partner of over 1,500 brands and retailers across North America, EMEA, and APAC, Global-e makes selling internationally as simple as selling domestically. The company enables merchants to increase the conversion of international traffic into sales by offering online shoppers in over 200 destinations worldwide a seamless, localized shopping experience. Global-e's end-to-end e-commerce solutions combine best-in-class localization capabilities, big-data best-practice business intelligence models, streamlined international logistics, and vast global e-commerce experience, enabling international shoppers to buy seamlessly online and retailers to sell to and from, anywhere in the world.
About Passport
Passport is a cross-border logistics and e-commerce enablement platform helping brands simplify international shipping and scale globally with confidence. Through a combination of in-house logistics infrastructure, proprietary technology, and AI-driven systems, Passport streamlines the complexities of global fulfillment, customs, and delivery. The platform enables brands to ship to over 220 markets worldwide with fast, reliable cross-border delivery options through its global carrier network. Passport has recently expanded into in-country fulfillment and local operations, further improving delivery speed, efficiency, and last-mile performance across key international markets. Passport supports over 1,000 e-commerce merchants globally, helping them reduce operational complexity, increase delivery reliability, and deliver a seamless international shipping experience at scale.
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