New Parcel Pickup Options through Partnership between Pointpack, Studenac, and Overseas Express in Croatia

Pointpack , Studenac market , and Overseas Trade Co., Ltd. d.o.o. announce a three-way partnership that, starting Tuesday, will allow Overseas Express customers to pick up parcels at Studenac retail locations throughout Croatia.

This collaboration offers Overseas Express customers convenient access to a wide network of parcel pickup points at Studenac stores. Studenac, the largest retail chain in Croatia, continues its rapid expansion across the country, making this partnership highly beneficial for customers who seek accessible pickup locations. The growth of Pickup & Drop Off (PUDO) points in Studenac stores responds to increasing market demand for flexible and affordable delivery options.

“We are extremely proud of this collaboration with partners such as Studenac and Pointpack, which represents an important step in providing modern and practical logistics solutions for our customers in Croatia. This partnership allows our customers even easier access to their parcels, adding additional value to our services. We are confident that the expansion of the Pick Up & Drop Off (PUDO) network at Studenac stores will be of great benefit to consumers who prefer flexible parcel pickup options. As a dynamic and innovative company, we continuously invest in the development of our logistics capabilities, and the technology we apply enables fast, safe, and efficient parcel delivery to the satisfaction of our customers.”, said Marko Gracak Sales and Marketing Director at Overseas Express.

This partnership between Pointpack, Studenac, and Overseas Express aligns with Croatia’s dynamic e-commerce market, where consumers increasingly prefer alternative delivery methods. Research from Valicon and Jeftinije.hr shows that online shopping is growing quickly in Croatia, with consumers seeking convenient and cost-effective delivery options like pickup points and parcel lockers. Croatian consumers appreciate the accessibility of local pickup points, reflecting a shift in delivery preferences compared to traditional methods. As online shopping grows in Croatia, driven by the desire to save time and money, services like pickup points are becoming essential to the delivery ecosystem.

“We are extremely proud to collaborate with dynamic and innovative partners like Studenac and Overseas Express. This partnership marks an important step in providing customers with modern technological solutions that simplify shopping in Croatia. With our advanced technological solutions that integrate retail networks with courier services, we can ensure seamless parcel handling, which translates into higher quality, reliability, and delivery efficiency,” said Karolina Ko?cielecka , Strategic Partnership Director at Pointpack.

Pointpack plays a key role in technological integration, connecting the systems of Studenac and Overseas Express to enable seamless parcel processing within the three-way partnership. This allows consumers to experience innovative PUDO solutions that Pointpack is implementing across Croatia, resulting in more efficient and accessible services.

"As the retail chain with the largest number of stores in Croatia, we are fully aware of the potential of our extensive network and unique proximity store model. We are further leveraging this potential through our collaboration with Overseas Express, enabling our customers to collect their parcels directly in our stores. This initiative enhances the convenience already associated with shopping at Studenac, allowing customers to pick up their packages easily and flexibly, at a time that suits them best. This partnership is yet another step in our mission to serve communities and simplify the daily lives of our customers," said Tatjana Spaji? , Corporate Communications Director at Studenac.

The partnership between Pointpack, Studenac, and Overseas Express marks a significant step toward aligning the Croatian e-commerce market with rising customer expectations and supporting modern last-mile logistics solutions. This collaboration demonstrates how the synergy of technology, retail, and courier services can effectively respond to the evolving needs of today’s consumers.

About Pointpack

Pointpack S.A. provides IT solutions and services for the retail and courier industries, focusing on first and last-mile urban logistics infrastructure. It offers courier companies the necessary scale by providing access to a large number of pickup and drop-off points through integration with numerous retail networks utilizing point-of-sale systems, cash registers, and payment terminals. The company also integrates manufacturers of parcel-handling devices. Since 2018, Pointpack has been listed on the NewConnect stock exchange.

About Studenac

Studenac is the largest food retailer by number of stores in Croatia. Over the past six years, the company more than tripled the number of stores in its network, having completed ten significant acquisitions, including Kea in Slovenia, and opening nearly 500 stores organically. By the end of September 2024, the company reached more than 1,400 stores in Croatia and Slovenia and had over 6,700 employees. Studenac prides itself on convenient and accessible stores that meet all of its customers’ daily needs, reflecting its dedication through a distinctive single-format customer proposition.

About Overseas Express

Overseas Express is a reliable partner for business and package delivery in Croatia, focused on customer satisfaction. With a young and energetic team and a strong IT infrastructure, the company offers the highest quality logistics service that meets the needs of the e-commerce market. With over 200 employees, 300 partners, and approximately 840 pick-up/drop-off locations, Overseas Express guarantees quality and reliable delivery. The company continuously invests in the development of its employees, strengthening its position in the logistics services market and ensuring fast and secure package delivery.