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Global-e acquires Passport to enhance logistics

PUBLIC · GLBEAug 14, 2026•about 13 hours ago

Acquiring Company

Global-e

Acquired Company

Passport

CharlotteCommerce and ShoppingSoftwareCommerce And ShoppingInternet ServicesCommerce And ShoppingSales And Marketing

Description

Global-e has successfully completed the acquisition of Passport, an asset-light logistics provider. The acquisition aims to expand Global-e's offerings beyond its traditional merchant-of-record model. Passport is expected to contribute over $100 million in revenue in 2026. The integration of Passport's capabilities is already in progress.

Company Information

Company

Global-e

About

Global-e’s mission is to make global e-commerce “border-agnostic.” Global-e is the world's leading platform to enable and accelerate global, direct-to-consumer cross-border e-commerce. The chosen partner of more than 500 global brands and retailers across the United States, Europe and Asia, Global-e makes selling internationally as simple as selling domestically. Founded in 2013 by Amir Schlachet, Shahar Tamari and Nir Debbi, the company enables e-commerce retailers 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 cross-border experience, enabling international shoppers to buy seamlessly online and retailers to sell from, and to, anywhere in the world.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired Passport?

Passport was acquired by Global-e. The deal was reported on August 14, 2026. Global-e’s mission is to make global e-commerce “border-agnostic.” Global-e is the world's leading platform to enable and accelerate global, direct-to-consumer cross-border e-commerce. Global-e is publicly traded (GLBE) and operates in Commerce and Shopping.

When did Global-e acquire Passport?

Global-e's acquisition of Passport was reported on August 14, 2026. Global-e has successfully completed the acquisition of Passport, an asset-light logistics provider. The acquisition aims to expand Global-e's offerings beyond its traditional merchant-of-record model. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Passport do?

Founded in 2017, Passport is an international shipping carrier built for e-commerce brands, marketplaces and 3PLs. The company manages all the complexities associated with international shipping so brands can stay focused on their core business. It is privately held, operating in Commerce And Shopping, and is based in Charlotte.