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Logistics and Cold Chain Market to Surpass USD 726 Billion by 2034

07-28-2025 01:54 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance

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Logistics and Cold Chain

Logistics and Cold Chain

The global logistics and cold chain market was valued at USD 312.5 billion in 2024 and is forecasted to grow to USD 726.4 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 8.8%. Cold chains, a critical component of logistics, ensure temperature-controlled storage and transportation of perishable goods, particularly in pharmaceuticals, fresh produce, dairy, meat, and seafood.

With global supply chains becoming increasingly complex and customer expectations for fresh and safe products rising, cold chain infrastructure is seeing massive upgrades. Digitization, automation, and sustainability are now integral to operations.

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Key Market Drivers
Biopharmaceutical Growth: Surge in temperature-sensitive vaccines, biologics, and clinical samples.
E-Grocery and Food Delivery: Fresh produce and dairy demand reliable last-mile cold chain services.
Export-Oriented Food Chains: Meat, seafood, and exotic fruits require international cold chain routes.
Government Regulations: Stringent quality control norms like GDP (Good Distribution Practice) compliance.
Urban Population Boom: Higher demand for fresh, packaged, and convenient foods in urban hubs.

Key Restraints and Challenges
Infrastructure Gaps in Emerging Markets: Limited cold storage and reefer fleet availability.
High Capital and Operating Costs: Cold chain requires continuous investment in energy and monitoring.
Temperature Excursion Risk: Poor handling can lead to spoilage and loss.
Lack of Skilled Labor: Managing sensitive goods requires trained technicians and warehouse staff.
Fragmented Supply Chain Visibility: Traceability remains a challenge without unified tracking systems.

Opportunities and Trends
IoT-Based Monitoring: Real-time temperature, humidity, and location tracking.
Blockchain Integration: End-to-end traceability for food safety and pharmaceutical compliance.
Green Packaging & Fleets: Adoption of reusable boxes, eco-friendly refrigerants, and electric reefer trucks.
Micro-Fulfillment Centers: Cold storage located closer to consumers for quick e-grocery delivery.
Cold Chain-as-a-Service (CCaaS): Outsourced logistics services for SMEs and pharma startups.

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Market Segmentation
By Service Type:
Refrigerated Transportation
Refrigerated Warehousing
Integrated Services

By Temperature Type:
Chilled (0-8°C)
Frozen (-18°C and below)
Ambient (15-25°C)

By Application:
Fruits & Vegetables
Dairy Products
Meat, Fish, and Seafood
Processed Food
Pharmaceuticals
Bakery & Confectionery
Others

By End-User:
Food & Beverages
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
Chemicals
Retail & E-commerce
Others

By Region:
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East & Africa (MEA)

Regional Insights
Asia Pacific
Holds the largest share with over 40% market contribution due to e-commerce growth, rising middle-class consumption, and export-oriented agriculture in India, China, Thailand, and Vietnam. Japan leads in pharmaceutical cold chains.
North America
Mature cold chain infrastructure driven by pharma logistics, frozen food chains, and temperature-controlled warehouse automation. The U.S. leads adoption of electric reefer trucks.
Europe
Focus on carbon-neutral logistics, cold chain digitization, and sustainable packaging. Germany, UK, and the Netherlands serve as key logistics hubs.
Latin America
Significant growth in meat and seafood exports, especially from Brazil, Argentina, and Chile. Infrastructure development is a top priority.
Middle East & Africa
Developing region with growing demand for imported pharmaceuticals, cold-stored food, and vaccine logistics, especially in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa.

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Competitive Landscape
The market features a mix of global logistics providers, regional cold chain specialists, and technology integrators. Players focus on service reliability, real-time tracking, and green warehousing.

Key Players
Deutsche Post DHL: Global reach, expanding reefer truck fleets, and automated temperature-controlled hubs.
Kuehne + Nagel: Advanced pharma logistics platform and end-to-end visibility tools.
DB Schenker: Offers customized refrigerated transport across continents.
United Parcel Service (UPS): Robust healthcare logistics infrastructure and drone-supported delivery pilots.
FedEx: Cold chain services for clinical trials and temperature-sensitive cargo.
Americold Logistics: Largest refrigerated warehouse operator in North America.
Lineage Logistics: Investing in smart warehouse technologies and solar-powered operations.
Nippon Express: Serves pharma and F&B clients with integrated cold solutions in APAC.
Maersk Logistics: Leading in sea-based reefer containers for long-distance perishables.
CEVA Logistics: Offers modular CCaaS models for startups and SMEs.

Recent Developments (2025)
DHL (January 2025): Launched a new green-certified cold storage hub in Singapore, targeting pharma clients.
FedEx (February 2025): Partnered with a biotech firm to deliver temperature-sensitive oncology treatments using AI-based routing.
Lineage Logistics (March 2025): Introduced automated storage and retrieval systems in Brazil for seafood exporters.
CEVA Logistics (April 2025): Rolled out subscription-based cold chain packages for online grocers in Europe.
UPS (May 2025): Piloted drone-based vaccine delivery in remote African regions under a WHO partnership.

Events and Implications
COVID-19 Legacy: Boosted awareness and investment in cold chain reliability and last-mile pharma logistics.
Rise of Online Grocery: Requires scalable, decentralized cold storage closer to urban centers.
Sustainability Push: Logistics companies are shifting to solar-powered warehouses and EV trucks.
Global Health Preparedness: Vaccine distribution readiness has become a national priority.
AI and Automation: Use of predictive analytics for spoilage reduction and real-time asset tracking.

Conclusion
The logistics and cold chain market is poised to more than double over the next decade, from USD 312.5 billion in 2024 to USD 726.4 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 8.8%. Critical for food safety, pharmaceutical efficacy, and consumer satisfaction, cold chains will continue evolving with digital traceability, green operations, and integrated global networks. The focus will remain on scalability, compliance, and resilience across all nodes of the supply chain.

This report is also available in the following languages : Japanese (物流・コールドチェーン市場), Korean (물류 및 콜드체인 시장), Chinese (物流与冷链市场), French (Marché de la logistique et de la chaîne du froid), German (Logistik- und Kühlkettenmarkt), and Italian (Mercato della logistica e della catena del freddo), etc.

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