Market overview
The global logistics market is worth USD 5.9 tn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 9.3 tn by 2036, growing at a 4.7% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Freight transport is the largest by service segment.
| Scope | Revenue earned by providers of freight transport, freight forwarding, warehousing and value-added logistics services, including contract logistics and express, worldwide. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Services and Utilities |
| Value 2025 | USD 5.6 tn |
| Value 2026 | USD 5.9 tn |
| Value 2036 | USD 9.3 tn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 4.7% |
| Volume 2026 | 133,569 million tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 173,448 million tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 43.9 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Logistics market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 5.9 tn |
| 2027 | USD 6.1 tn |
| 2028 | USD 6.4 tn |
| 2029 | USD 6.7 tn |
| 2030 | USD 7.1 tn |
| 2031 | USD 7.4 tn |
| 2032 | USD 7.7 tn |
| 2033 | USD 8.1 tn |
| 2034 | USD 8.5 tn |
| 2035 | USD 8.9 tn |
| 2036 | USD 9.3 tn |
Logistics market segmentation
By service
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freight transport | 55.0% | 53.0% | USD 3.2 tn | 4.3% |
| Warehousing and distribution | 16.0% | 16.9% | USD 939 bn | 5.3% |
| Freight forwarding | 14.0% | 12.8% | USD 822 bn | 3.8% |
| Express and parcel | 11.0% | 12.8% | USD 646 bn | 6.3% |
| Value-added logistics | 4.0% | 4.4% | USD 235 bn | 5.8% |
By mode
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Road | 50.0% | 49.3% | USD 2.9 tn | 4.6% |
| Sea | 16.0% | 15.1% | USD 939 bn | 4.1% |
| Air | 7.0% | 7.6% | USD 411 bn | 5.6% |
| Rail | 9.0% | 8.5% | USD 528 bn | 4.1% |
| Contract and warehouse-based | 18.0% | 19.5% | USD 1.1 tn | 5.6% |
By end use
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail and e-commerce | 28.0% | 31.0% | USD 1.6 tn | 5.8% |
| Manufacturing and industrial | 24.0% | 22.0% | USD 1.4 tn | 3.8% |
| Food and beverage | 16.0% | 15.0% | USD 939 bn | 4.0% |
| Healthcare and pharma | 11.0% | 13.0% | USD 646 bn | 6.5% |
| Automotive | 12.0% | 10.0% | USD 704 bn | 2.8% |
| Energy and chemicals | 9.0% | 9.0% | USD 528 bn | 4.7% |
By provider type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asset-based carriers | 36.0% | 32.0% | USD 2.1 tn | 3.5% |
| Non-asset third-party providers | 44.0% | 45.0% | USD 2.6 tn | 4.9% |
| Integrators | 20.0% | 23.0% | USD 1.2 tn | 6.2% |
By geographic scope
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic | 55.0% | 52.0% | USD 3.2 tn | 4.1% |
| Regional cross-border | 24.0% | 25.0% | USD 1.4 tn | 5.1% |
| Intercontinental | 21.0% | 23.0% | USD 1.2 tn | 5.7% |
Top 25 countries for logistics by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 64.8% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 90.1%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 1.3 tn | 22.0% | USD 2.2 tn | 5.4% |
| 2 | United States | USD 1.1 tn | 18.0% | USD 1.6 tn | 3.9% |
| 3 | India | USD 293 bn | 5.0% | USD 687 bn | 8.9% |
| 4 | Germany | USD 235 bn | 4.0% | USD 325 bn | 3.3% |
| 5 | Japan | USD 223 bn | 3.8% | USD 279 bn | 2.2% |
| 6 | United Kingdom | USD 158 bn | 2.7% | USD 223 bn | 3.5% |
| 7 | France | USD 147 bn | 2.5% | USD 204 bn | 3.4% |
| 8 | Brazil | USD 147 bn | 2.5% | USD 251 bn | 5.5% |
| 9 | Russia | USD 135 bn | 2.3% | USD 177 bn | 2.7% |
| 10 | South Korea | USD 117 bn | 2.0% | USD 177 bn | 4.2% |
| 11 | Italy | USD 112 bn | 1.9% | USD 158 bn | 3.5% |
| 12 | Canada | USD 110 bn | 1.9% | USD 155 bn | 3.5% |
| 13 | Mexico | USD 107 bn | 1.8% | USD 186 bn | 5.6% |
| 14 | Spain | USD 106 bn | 1.8% | USD 150 bn | 3.5% |
| 15 | Netherlands | USD 104 bn | 1.8% | USD 147 bn | 3.5% |
| 16 | Australia | USD 102 bn | 1.7% | USD 145 bn | 3.6% |
| 17 | Indonesia | USD 100 bn | 1.7% | USD 199 bn | 7.1% |
| 18 | Turkey | USD 98.6 bn | 1.7% | USD 170 bn | 5.6% |
| 19 | Vietnam | USD 96.8 bn | 1.6% | USD 192 bn | 7.1% |
| 20 | Thailand | USD 95.1 bn | 1.6% | USD 164 bn | 5.6% |
| 21 | Poland | USD 93.9 bn | 1.6% | USD 133 bn | 3.5% |
| 22 | Saudi Arabia | USD 92.1 bn | 1.6% | USD 159 bn | 5.6% |
| 23 | Belgium | USD 90.4 bn | 1.5% | USD 128 bn | 3.6% |
| 24 | United Arab Emirates | USD 89.2 bn | 1.5% | USD 153 bn | 5.6% |
| 25 | Singapore | USD 87.4 bn | 1.5% | USD 124 bn | 3.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 582 bn | 9.9% | USD 870 bn | 4.1% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- DHL Group
- Kuehne+Nagel
- DSV
- UPS
- FedEx
- Maersk
- CEVA Logistics
- JD Logistics
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- C.H. Robinson
- XPO
- GXO Logistics
- Nippon Express
- SF Holding
- Sinotrans
- Expeditors
- Geodis
- DP World
- Dachser
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Delhivery
- Flexport
- Rhenus
- Mahindra Logistics
- Blackbuck
- Ninja Van
- Kerry Logistics
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the logistics market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 4.7% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by service, by mode, by end use, by provider type, by geographic scope. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the logistics market?
The global logistics market is estimated at USD 5.6 tn in 2025 and USD 5.9 tn in 2026.
How fast will the logistics market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 9.3 tn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 4.7% from 2026, an increase of USD 3.4 tn.
Which country is the largest market for logistics?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 1.3 tn in 2026, 22.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 45.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 8.9% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which logistics segment is largest?
In the by service split, Freight transport is the largest segment with 55.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading logistics companies?
Global leaders include DHL Group, Kuehne+Nagel, DSV, UPS.
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