Market overview
The global third party logistics market is worth USD 1.2 tn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 2.1 tn by 2036, growing at a 5.8% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Domestic transportation management is the largest by service segment.
| Scope | Revenue earned by third-party logistics providers that run transport, warehousing, forwarding and supply chain management for shippers on an outsourced basis. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Services and Utilities |
| Value 2025 | USD 1.1 tn |
| Value 2026 | USD 1.2 tn |
| Value 2036 | USD 2.1 tn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 5.8% |
| Volume 2026 | 2,506 million shipments |
| Volume 2036 | 3,795 million shipments |
| Average price 2026 | USD 486 per shipment |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Third Party Logistics market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 1,219 bn |
| 2027 | USD 1,290 bn |
| 2028 | USD 1,365 bn |
| 2029 | USD 1,444 bn |
| 2030 | USD 1,527 bn |
| 2031 | USD 1,616 bn |
| 2032 | USD 1,710 bn |
| 2033 | USD 1,809 bn |
| 2034 | USD 1,914 bn |
| 2035 | USD 2,025 bn |
| 2036 | USD 2,142 bn |
Third Party Logistics market segmentation
By service
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic transportation management | 32.0% | 30.5% | USD 390 bn | 5.3% |
| International transportation management | 24.0% | 21.8% | USD 293 bn | 4.8% |
| Dedicated contract logistics | 28.0% | 29.3% | USD 341 bn | 6.3% |
| Value-added warehousing and fulfilment | 16.0% | 18.4% | USD 195 bn | 7.3% |
By end user
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail and e-commerce | 30.0% | 33.2% | USD 366 bn | 6.9% |
| Automotive | 14.0% | 12.2% | USD 171 bn | 4.4% |
| Consumer goods | 16.0% | 15.4% | USD 195 bn | 5.4% |
| Healthcare | 10.0% | 11.1% | USD 122 bn | 6.9% |
| Technology and electronics | 12.0% | 11.5% | USD 146 bn | 5.4% |
| Other industries | 18.0% | 16.5% | USD 219 bn | 4.9% |
By transport mode
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Road | 58.0% | 55.0% | USD 707 bn | 5.2% |
| Ocean | 20.0% | 20.0% | USD 244 bn | 5.8% |
| Air | 14.0% | 16.0% | USD 171 bn | 7.2% |
| Rail and intermodal | 8.0% | 9.0% | USD 97.5 bn | 7.0% |
By contract type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transactional shipments | 32.0% | 26.0% | USD 390 bn | 3.6% |
| Contract logistics | 46.0% | 48.0% | USD 561 bn | 6.2% |
| Dedicated and integrated partnerships | 22.0% | 26.0% | USD 268 bn | 7.6% |
By customer size
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large enterprises | 56.0% | 52.0% | USD 683 bn | 5.0% |
| Mid-sized firms | 28.0% | 30.0% | USD 341 bn | 6.5% |
| Small firms | 16.0% | 18.0% | USD 195 bn | 7.0% |
Top 25 countries for third party 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 74.4% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 93.3%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 293 bn | 24.0% | USD 480 bn | 5.1% |
| 2 | China | USD 280 bn | 23.0% | USD 529 bn | 6.6% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 67.0 bn | 5.5% | USD 105 bn | 4.6% |
| 4 | Japan | USD 61.0 bn | 5.0% | USD 85.7 bn | 3.5% |
| 5 | United Kingdom | USD 46.3 bn | 3.8% | USD 75.0 bn | 4.9% |
| 6 | India | USD 42.7 bn | 3.5% | USD 116 bn | 10.5% |
| 7 | France | USD 39.0 bn | 3.2% | USD 64.3 bn | 5.1% |
| 8 | Netherlands | USD 26.8 bn | 2.2% | USD 42.8 bn | 4.8% |
| 9 | South Korea | USD 26.8 bn | 2.2% | USD 45.0 bn | 5.3% |
| 10 | Brazil | USD 24.4 bn | 2.0% | USD 45.0 bn | 6.3% |
| 11 | Italy | USD 23.4 bn | 1.9% | USD 39.8 bn | 5.5% |
| 12 | Spain | USD 23.4 bn | 1.9% | USD 39.8 bn | 5.5% |
| 13 | Canada | USD 23.4 bn | 1.9% | USD 39.8 bn | 5.5% |
| 14 | Australia | USD 20.1 bn | 1.6% | USD 34.3 bn | 5.5% |
| 15 | Mexico | USD 17.8 bn | 1.5% | USD 33.4 bn | 6.5% |
| 16 | Singapore | USD 16.1 bn | 1.3% | USD 27.4 bn | 5.5% |
| 17 | Belgium | USD 14.9 bn | 1.2% | USD 25.3 bn | 5.5% |
| 18 | Switzerland | USD 13.8 bn | 1.1% | USD 23.6 bn | 5.5% |
| 19 | Poland | USD 12.9 bn | 1.1% | USD 22.1 bn | 5.5% |
| 20 | Sweden | USD 12.2 bn | 1.0% | USD 20.8 bn | 5.5% |
| 21 | Turkey | USD 11.6 bn | 0.9% | USD 21.6 bn | 6.5% |
| 22 | Thailand | USD 11.0 bn | 0.9% | USD 20.6 bn | 6.5% |
| 23 | United Arab Emirates | USD 10.5 bn | 0.9% | USD 19.7 bn | 6.5% |
| 24 | Indonesia | USD 10.1 bn | 0.8% | USD 19.1 bn | 6.5% |
| 25 | Vietnam | USD 9.8 bn | 0.8% | USD 19.9 bn | 7.4% |
| Rest of world | USD 81.2 bn | 6.7% | USD 148 bn | 6.2% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- DHL Supply Chain
- Kuehne+Nagel
- DSV
- UPS Supply Chain Solutions
- GXO Logistics
- CEVA Logistics
- Penske Logistics
- Expeditors
- Sinotrans
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- C.H. Robinson
- Nippon Express
- Ryder System
- XPO
- Geodis
- Rhenus
- ID Logistics
- Yusen Logistics
- Hub Group
- NFI Industries
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Flexport
- Delhivery
- ShipBob
- Stord
- ShipMonk
- Flowspace
- Shiprocket
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 third party 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 5.8% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by service, by end user, by transport mode, by contract type, by customer size. 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 third party logistics market?
The global third party logistics market is estimated at USD 1.1 tn in 2025 and USD 1.2 tn in 2026.
How fast will the third party logistics market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 2.1 tn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 5.8% from 2026, an increase of USD 923 bn.
Which country is the largest market for third party logistics?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 293 bn in 2026, 24.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 52.5%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 10.5% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which third party logistics segment is largest?
In the by service split, Domestic transportation management is the largest segment with 32.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading third party logistics companies?
Global leaders include DHL Supply Chain, Kuehne+Nagel, DSV, UPS Supply Chain Solutions.
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