The Middle East And Africa Logistics Market report segments the industry into By Function (Freight Transport, Freight Forwarding, Warehousing, Value-added Services And Other Functions), By End User (Manufacturing And Automotive, Oil And Gas, Mining, And Quarrying, Agriculture, Fishing, And Forestry, Construction, and more), and By Country (United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and more).

The Middle East and Africa logistics market size reached USD 967.08 Billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.40% between 2025 and 2034, reaching almost USD 1636.32 Billion by 2034.

The African Cold Chain Logistics Market Report is Segmented by Service (Storage, Transportation, and Value-Added Services (Blast Freezing, Labeling, Inventory Management, Etc. )), Temperature (Ambient, Chilled, and Frozen), Application (Horticulture (Fresh Fruits and Vegetables), Dairy Products (Milk, Ice-Cream, Butter, Etc. ), Meats and Fish, Processed Food Products, Pharma, Life Sciences, and Chemicals, and Other Applications), and Country (Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, and Rest of Africa). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecasts in Value (USD) for the Above-Mentioned Segments.

The Africa Food Cold Chain Logistics Market report segments the industry into By Service (Storage, Transportation, Value-added Services (Blast Freezing, and more)), By Temperature (Chilled, Frozen, Ambient), By Product Category (Horticulture (Fresh Fruits and Vegetables), Dairy Products (Milk, Ice Cream, and more), Meat, Poultry, and Seafood, Processed Food Products, Other Categories), and By Country (Egypt, Nigeria, and more).

The Middle East & Africa Logistics market report offers a thorough competitive analysis, mapping key players’ strategies, market share, and business models. It provides insights into competitor dynamics, helping companies align their strategies with the current market landscape and future trends.

The global logistics market size was valued at USD 11.26 Trillion in 2024. The industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.30% during the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach a valuation of USD 20.74 Trillion by 2034.

The global logistics market is a backbone of international trade and commerce, facilitating the movement of goods across countries and continents. Its significance lies in enabling supply chain efficiency, reducing delivery times, and lowering operational costs for businesses. As per the data by World Trade Organization (WTO), global merchandise trade volume grew 2.6% in 2024 and is expected to grow 3.3% in 2025. With globalisation and e-commerce growth, logistics has become essential for meeting consumer expectations of fast, reliable, and cost-effective delivery. This sector supports multiple industries, from manufacturing to retail, and directly influences economic development and competitiveness worldwide.

Additionally, investments in roads, railways, aviation, shipping, and inland waterways play a crucial role in boosting the demand of logistics market. In May 2025, in Africa, Ivory Coast's port operator is investing over €60 million to develop inland logistics hubs in regions like Ferkessedougou, Bouaké, and San Pedro. This initiative seeks to decentralize logistics operations, alleviate congestion at the Abidjan port, and strengthen the country's role as a regional transport hub for landlocked nations.

Governments all throughout the world are starting to impose emission limits, carbon taxes, and incentives for the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies. The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which levies a carbon tax on imported commodities based on their carbon intensity, was put into place by the European Union in 2023. Other factors that are predicted to positively influence the logistics market revenue include constant technological advancements, the integration of biometrics, increasing international trade agreements, Bluetooth, driverless vehicle, GPS, and drone delivery.

Middle East and Africa Logistics Market growth is driven by e-commerce growth, globalization, and technological advancements, the logistics sector is becoming increasingly digitized and agile.

The South African freight and logistics industry is a large and growing sector, with a market size of $ XX million in 2025 and a projected CAGR of 3.50% over the next five years. The industry is driven by several factors, including the country's strong economic growth, its expanding manufacturing sector, and its strategic location as a gateway to sub-Saharan Africa. Key trends in the industry include the rise of e-commerce, the increasing use of technology to improve efficiency, and the growing demand for sustainability. However, the industry also faces some challenges, such as infrastructure constraints, skills shortages, and security concerns. The industry is segmented into several sub-sectors, including logistics functions, end-user industries, and modes of transport. The largest sub-sector by revenue is freight transport, which accounts for over 50% of the market. Other significant sub-sectors include warehousing and storage, freight forwarding, and courier, express, and parcel (CEP) services. The industry is also highly concentrated, with a handful of large players, such as LOGWIN, CFR Freight South Africa (PTY) Ltd, DSV A/S, and Dachser, accounting for a significant share of the market. Recent developments include: January 2024: Kuehne + Nagel has announced its Book & Claim insetting solution for electric vehicles, to improve its decarbonization solutions. Developing Book & Claim insetting solutions for road freight was a strategic priority for Kuehne + Nagel. Customers who use Kuehne + Nagel's road transport services can now claim the carbon reductions of electric trucks when it is not possible to physically move their goods on these vehicles.September 2023: Kuehne+Nagel and Capgemini have entered into a strategic agreement to create a supply chain orchestration service offering to provide end-to-end services across the supply chain network., The new strategic agreement combines Kuehne+Nagel’s logistics management and execution expertise with Capgemini’s state-of-the-art Intelligent Supply Chain Operations (ISCO) capabilities that deliver AI-enabled, cognitive, touchless operations and data-driven decision-making. The service is especially targeted towards large corporations from the consumer, healthcare, and industrial sectors.October 2022: Imperial, owned by DP World and the National Bioproducts Institute NPC (NBI), entered a partnership that will make plasma-derived medicinal products (PDMPs) available to patients in seven countries across Africa.. Key drivers for this market are: 4., Increasing volume of international trade4.; The rise of trade agreements between nations. Potential restraints include: 4., Surge in fuel costs affecting the market4.; Increasing trade tension. Notable trends are: OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT.

The Africa cross border road freight transport market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.70% between 2025 and 2034. The market is being aided by improving transportation infrastructure and surging intra-regional trade in Africa.

The Africa Cold Chain Logistics market report offers a thorough competitive analysis, mapping key players’ strategies, market share, and business models. It provides insights into competitor dynamics, helping companies align their strategies with the current market landscape and future trends.

South Africa Freight and Logistics comes with extensive industry analysis of development components, patterns, flows, and sizes. The report calculates present and past market values to forecast potential market management during the forecast period between 2025 - 2033.

The Freight And Logistics Market report segments the industry into End User Industry (Agriculture, Fishing, and Forestry, Construction, Manufacturing, and more), Logistics Function (Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP), Freight Forwarding, and more), and Region (Africa, Asia Pacific, and more). The report covers market value and volume analysis and more.

Africa Pharmaceutical Logistics Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 5.13% during the forecast period, 2022-27.

Middle East and Africa 3PL FMCG Logistics held the major market of more than 2% of the global revenue with a market size of USD XX million in 2023 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% from 2023 to 2030.

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Reverse Logistics Market Size 2024-2028

The reverse logistics market is estimated to increase by USD 398.9 billion and grow at a CAGR of 8.8% between 2023 and 2028. Market growth is contingent upon various factors, such as the expansion of the e-commerce sector, the uptick in cross-border trade, and the rising adoption of multimodal transport solutions. However, challenges such as elevated operational expenses, limited control by manufacturers over reverse logistics services, and the potential for product recalls may serve as impediments to growth. These factors collectively shape the trajectory of market development, reflecting a balance between opportunities and obstacles within the logistics and transportation industry. While the surge in e-commerce activities and cross-border trade presents avenues for market expansion, addressing challenges related to cost management, reverse logistics efficiency, and product quality assurance is essential for sustained growth and competitiveness. Thus, the interplay of market drivers and inhibitors delineates the landscape for the anticipated evolution of the industry.

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Market Segmentation

By Type

The market share growth of the recalls segment will be significant during the forecast period. The market encompasses the process of managing product recalls, which is a critical aspect of reverse logistics. Companies must adhere to stringent product quality standards and respond promptly to recalls due to defects or errors in production. This market is significantly influenced by e-commerce and online shopping trends, as well as retail sales. Therefore, a rise in the number of recalls will drive market growth during the forecast period.

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The recalls segment was valued at USD 204.80 billion in 2018. Product recalls impact various sectors, including consumer electronics, healthcare, clothing, footwear, home décor, and spare parts. Efficiency and reachability are essential in reverse logistics, achieved through automation, robotics, and augmented reality. Warehousing capabilities, lead time, and recall returns are crucial factors. B2B and commercial returns, repairable returns, end-of-use returns, and end-of-life returns are integral to the circular economy and sustainability efforts. Environmental responsibility and carbon footprint reduction are key considerations. The market includes repair and return services, reconditioned products, and reselling platforms. Transportation and replacement management are also essential components. Overall, this plays a vital role in ensuring consumer satisfaction, product safety, and reducing waste. Hence, the growth of the recalls segment of the industry will concurrently propel the growth of the market during the forecast period.

By Region

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APAC is estimated to contribute 48% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period. The market in APAC is experiencing significant growth due to the expanding consumer base for food and beverage, as well as healthcare product suppliers. With rising disposable incomes and an aging population in countries like Japan and China, healthcare expenditures are increasing at robust rates. This trend is driving up demand for temperature-controlled healthcare products, such as biopharmaceuticals, vaccines, and clinical trial materials. Additionally, the surge in demand for organic food products in countries like China, Australia, and New Zealand, fueled by the availability of certified organic dairy products and health-conscious consumers, is boosting the demand for cold chain logistics from the healthcare and food industries. This logistics solution ensures the maintenance of product shelf life and quality. In the context of car subscription services, the efficient management of reverse logistics for the return, repair, and disposal of vehicles can contribute to cost savings and operational efficiency. Such benefits of cold chain logistics will increase its demand, which, in turn, will lead to the growth of the market in this region during the forecast period.

Market Dynamics and Customer Landscape

In the dynamic world of retail, product recalls have become an unfortunate reality for both manufacturers and retailers. The Ecommerce sector, a significant contributor to online sales and retail sales, has seen a surge in unwanted purchases, leading to the need for efficient reverse logistics. This is a critical component of the digital transformation in retail, encompassing automation, robotics, augmented reality, and IoT

Market Size and Growth: The Africa Food Cold Chain Logistics Market is projected to reach a value of USD 9.19 million by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 7.94% during the period of 2025-2033. This growth is attributed to factors such as increasing demand for perishable food products, rising population and urbanization, and government initiatives to improve food security. Drivers, Trends, Restraints, and Segmentation: Key drivers of the market include growing awareness of food safety and quality, technological advancements in cold chain logistics, and expansion of retail and e-commerce sectors. Significant trends favoring market growth are the adoption of smart and sustainable cold chain solutions, and the increasing use of data analytics to optimize logistics operations. Restraints such as infrastructure gaps and energy challenges hinder market expansion. The market is segmented by service (storage, transportation, value-added), temperature (chilled, frozen, ambient), and product category (horticulture, dairy products, meat, processed food products). Major players in the market include CCS Logistics, African Perishable Logistics, and BigCold Kenya Ltd. Regional markets include Nigeria, South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, and Ethiopia. Recent developments include: June 2023: Africa Global Logistics (AGL) Côte d'Ivoire extended its cold room in the Aerohub, the largest contract logistics base in West Africa located near the Felix Houphouët Boigny International Airport in Abidjan. The company has tripled the capacity of the temperature-controlled area to meet the increasing customer demand and was able to do so by using local companies, including Aric, 2I Ivoire ingénierie, and Instafric. Specifically, the new cold zone will support customers in the pharmaceutical, retail, and catering sectors., October 2023: Logistics firm Cold Solutions Kenya launched a cold storage facility in Tatu City, marking its first project in Kenya since announcing a USD 70 million investment plan three years ago. The 15,000 sq. m 'grade A’ cold storage complex on six acres at Tatu City has become one of the largest in the country. It will cater to multiple products such as fresh fruit and vegetables, pharmaceuticals and vaccines, meat, poultry, and frozen foods.. Key drivers for this market are: Increasing Fruit Exports. Potential restraints include: Electricity Crisis. Notable trends are: Electricity Crisis is Negatively Affecting the South African Food Cold Chain Logistics Market.

The Middle East and Africa Fourth Party Logistics market will be USD 1122.85 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5% from 2024 to 2031. The market is foreseen to reach USD 2127.7 million by 2031, owing to the need for efficient supply chain management and cost optimization.

Middle East & Africa Reverse Logistics comes with extensive industry analysis of development components, patterns, flows, and sizes. The report calculates present and past market values to forecast potential market management during the forecast period between 2025 - 2033.

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Warehousing And Distribution Logistics Market Size 2024-2028

The warehousing and distribution logistics market size is forecast to increase by USD 85.4 billion at a CAGR of 6.78% between 2023 and 2028.

The market is experiencing significant growth, driven primarily by the flourishing e-commerce industry and the increasing adoption of IT solutions to streamline operations and reduce redundancies. The e-commerce sector's rapid expansion is leading to a in demand for efficient and reliable warehousing and distribution services to ensure timely delivery of goods to customers. Additionally, the implementation of advanced technologies such as automation, robotics, and IoT is enabling service providers to optimize their operations, reduce costs, and enhance overall efficiency. However, the market is not without challenges. Increasing competition, complex supply chain networks, and the need for regulatory compliance are key issues that companies must navigate to capitalize on market opportunities. To remain competitive, players in the market must focus on continuous process improvement, innovation, and strategic partnerships to meet the evolving demands of their customers and stay ahead of the competition. Companies seeking to enter or expand in this market should prioritize these strategies to effectively navigate the dynamic and competitive landscape.

What will be the Size of the Warehousing And Distribution Logistics Market during the forecast period?

Request Free SampleThe distribution logistics market in the United States is a dynamic and expansive industry, encompassing various sectors such as aerospace, manufacturing, healthcare, banking, telecommunication, and entertainment. A key component of this market is warehousing, which plays a crucial role in the efficient storage and distribution of goods. The market is characterized by the increasing adoption of advanced technologies, including logistics automation and multi-modal systems, to streamline operations and enhance productivity. Refrigerated warehouses, in particular, have gained significant traction due to the growing demand for temperature-controlled storage solutions in various industries. The mode of operation in this market is shifting towards a more integrated and collaborative approach, with many businesses opting for public utility warehouses and warehouse campuses to optimize their supply chain and reduce costs. Last mile deliveries have also emerged as a significant growth area, driven by the rise of e-commerce and the increasing demand for faster and more convenient delivery options. Infrastructure development, stock control, and management services are other key areas of focus, as businesses seek to improve their overall efficiency and competitiveness in the market. Overall, the distribution logistics market is poised for continued growth, driven by the evolving needs of various industries and the increasing adoption of advanced technologies.

How is this Warehousing And Distribution Logistics Industry segmented?

The warehousing and distribution logistics industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD billion' for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018-2022 for the following segments. Business SegmentWarehousingDistribution logisticsValue added servicesEnd-userHealthcareManufacturingAerospaceTelecommunicationOthersGeographyAPACChinaIndiaJapanNorth AmericaUSEuropeGermanySouth AmericaMiddle East and Africa

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The warehousing segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.Warehousing is an essential component of the supply chain for various business sectors, including health and wellness, entertainment, and manufacturing. Warehouses serve as temporary storage facilities for goods before they are distributed to customers or other businesses. In today's dynamic market environment, service providers are concentrating on enhancing their offerings by focusing on capacity planning, managing incoming shipments, implementing advanced inventory tracking systems, and adopting innovative storage solutions. The integration of technology is revolutionizing the warehousing industry. Digital freight forwarding, the Internet of Things (IoT), and RFID technology are transforming the way goods are tracked and managed within warehouses. Artificial intelligence and machine learning are being employed to optimize stock control and automate various logistical processes. Urbanization and the rise of e-commerce have led to the emergence of mega warehouses and distribution centers, enabling businesses to efficiently serve the growing demand for fast and reliable delivery. Perishable products, such as frozen food and vaccines, require specialized handling and storage conditions, which are being addressed through the development of refrigerate

South Africa Freight and Logistics Market size was valued at USD 334.33 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 524.88 Billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period 2026-2032.

South Africa Freight and Logistics Market Drivers

E-commerce Expansion: The rapid growth of e-commerce has significantly impacted the logistics sector. The sector is expected to reach USD 7.5 billion by the end of 2024, with major players like Amazon entering the South African market, intensifying competition and driving improvements in online retail offerings. ​

Manufacturing Sector Growth: The manufacturing segment, particularly the automotive industry, is emerging as a fast-growing sector. The South African Automotive Master Plan (SAAM) 2021-2035 aims to increase vehicle production from 600,000 to 1.4 million units annually, thereby boosting demand for logistics services. ​