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Europe Freight and Logistics Market, By Mode of Transport (Road Transport, Rail Transport, Air Transport, Sea & Inland Waterways, Intermodal Transport); By End User Industry (Agriculture, Fishing, and Forestry; Construction; Manufacturing; Oil & Gas; Mining & Quarrying; Wholesale & Retail Trade, Others); By Logistics Function (Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP), Freight Forwarding, Freight Transport, Warehousing & Storage); By Country (Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, France, Spain, Belgium, Russia, The Netherlands, Rest of Europe), Trend Analysis, Competitive Landscape & Forecast, 2019–2031

Published Date: February 2025
Report ID: BWC25092
Available Format: PDF
Page: 280

Report Overview

A surging demand for freight and logistics services from rising international trade, thriving e-commerce sector, and the growing adoption of technological advancements are expected to drive Europe Freight and Logistics Market during the forecast period between 2025 and 2031.

Europe Freight and Logistics Market – Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2031

Europe Freight and Logistics Market size was estimated at USD 0.86 trillion in 2024. During the forecast period between 2025 and 2031, Europe Freight and Logistics Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.98% reaching a value of USD 1.13 trillion by 2031. The European Market for Freight and Logistics is driven by several key factors, including the rapid expansion of e-commerce, which increases demand for efficient logistics solutions, substantial investments in transportation infrastructure, enhancing connectivity and efficiency, favorable trade agreements that facilitate international trade, and a growing emphasis on sustainability, leading to the adoption of eco-friendly practices.

Europe Freight and Logistics Market

Freight and Logistics – Overview

Freight and logistics involve the planning, execution, and management of transporting goods from origin to destination. It includes transportation, warehousing, inventory management, customs clearance, and compliance. Effective logistics optimize routes, reduce costs, improve delivery times, and enhance customer satisfaction. It's crucial for global trade, supporting industries like manufacturing, retail, and e-commerce.

Europe Freight and Logistics Market

Growth Drivers

Spurring Demand for Thriving E-commerce Sector

The rapid expansion of e-commerce is a major growth driver for Europe Freight and Logistics Market, driven by rising online retail sales, same-day delivery expectations, and cross-border trade. According to Eurostat, e-commerce sales in the EU increased by over 10% annually, boosting demand for warehousing, last-mile delivery, and automated logistics solutions. Logistics providers are investing in digital platforms, smart warehouses, and sustainable transportation to enhance efficiency and meet the evolving needs of online shoppers and retailers.

Challenges

Environmental Sustainability Concerns

Stringent environmental regulations and sustainability concerns pose a significant restraint on Europe Freight and Logistics Market. The European Union's Green Deal and carbon neutrality targets are driving stricter emissions standards, increasing compliance costs for logistics companies. The transition to low-emission vehicles, sustainable packaging, and alternative fuels requires substantial investment. Additionally, the push for rail and inland waterway transport over road freight disrupts traditional logistics operations, impacting cost efficiency and service flexibility across the region.

Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Europe Freight and Logistics Market

Escalating geopolitical tensions in Europe, particularly due to the Russia-Ukraine war and strained EU-UK-US trade relations, have disrupted the freight and logistics market by increasing fuel costs, imposing sanctions, and causing supply chain bottlenecks. Rising security risks and trade restrictions have led to longer transit times and higher insurance premiums. Additionally, shifts in trade routes, labor shortages, and inflationary pressures have impacted operational efficiency, compelling businesses to diversify supply chains and adopting digital logistics solutions to mitigate risks.

Europe Freight and Logistics Market

Segmental Coverage

Europe Freight and Logistics Market – By Mode of Transport

By mode of transport, Europe Freight and Logistics Market is divided into Road Transport, Rail Transport, Air Transport, Sea & Inland Waterways, and Intermodal Transport segments. The road transport is the largest more of transport in European Freight and Logistics Market, due to the flexibility and extensive infrastructure that road transport offers, making it a preferred choice for domestic and short-distance freight movements. The segment benefits from well-developed road networks across Europe, facilitating efficient door-to-door delivery services. Additionally, the rise of e-commerce has increased the demand for fast and reliable transportation, further bolstering the road freight segment. The adaptability of road transport to various types of cargo and its integration with other modes in intermodal transport solutions contribute to its leading position in the market.

Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size

Europe Freight and Logistics Market – By End User Industry

Europe Freight and Logistics Market by end user industry is divided into Agriculture, Fishing, and Forestry; Construction; Manufacturing; Oil & Gas; Mining & Quarrying; Wholesale & Retail Trade, and other end user industries segments. The manufacturing sector stands as the largest in Europe Freight and Logistics Market. This prominence is driven by the continent's robust industrial base, encompassing automotive, machinery, and electronics industries. The demand for efficient transportation and warehousing solutions is heightened by the need to manage complex supply chains, ensure timely delivery of components, and distribute finished products across diverse markets. Additionally, the integration of advanced technologies and just-in-time production methodologies necessitates sophisticated logistics services, further solidifying manufacturing's leading role in Europe's freight and logistics landscape.

Europe Freight and Logistics Market – By Logistics Function

On the basis of logistics function, Europe Freight and Logistics Market is divided into Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP), Freight Forwarding, Freight Transport, and Warehousing & Storage segments. The freight transport segment holds the largest share in Europe Freight and Logistics Market. This segment encompasses the movement of goods via various modes, including road, rail, air, and sea. Its dominance is driven by the extensive network of well-maintained transportation infrastructure across Europe, facilitating efficient and timely delivery of goods. The segment's prominence is further bolstered by the region's robust trade activities and the strategic position of key logistics hubs.

Europe Freight and Logistics Market Share

Europe Freight and Logistics Market – By Country

Geographically, Europe Freight and Logistics Market is divided into Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, France, Spain, Belgium, Russia, The Netherlands, and Rest of Europe. Germany accounts for a major market share in Europe Freight and Logistics Market, due to the country's central location in the region, advanced infrastructure, and the presence of major logistics companies like Deutsche Post DHL and DB Mobility Logistics. The extensive highway network in Germany facilitates efficient transportation and supply chain operations

Competitive Landscape

Major companies operating in Europe Freight and Logistics Market include DHL, UPS, FedEx, DB Schenker, Kuehne + Nagel, TNT Express, Geodis, Panalpina, C.H. Robinson, XPO Logistics, and DSV. To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.

Scope of the Report

Attributes	Details
Years Considered	Historical Data – 2019–2031
	Base Year – 2024
	Estimated Year – 2025
	Forecast Period – 2025–2031
Facts Covered	Revenue in USD Billion
Market Coverage	Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, France, Spain, Belgium, Russia, The Netherlands, Rest of Europe
Product/ Service Segmentation	Mode of Transport, End User Industry, Logistics Function, Country
Key Players	DHL, UPS, FedEx, DB Schenker, Kuehne + Nagel, TNT Express, Geodis, Panalpina, C.H. Robinson, XPO Logistics, DSV

By Mode of Transport

Road Transport
Rail Transport
Air Transport
Sea & Inland Waterways
Intermodal Transport

By End User Industry

Agriculture, Fishing, and Forestry
Construction
Manufacturing
Oil & Gas
Mining & Quarrying
Wholesale & Retail Trade
Others

By Logistics Function

Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP)
Freight Forwarding
Freight Transport
Warehousing & Storage

By Country

Germany
United Kingdom
Italy
France
Spain
Belgium
Russia
The Netherlands
Rest of Europe

Research Framework
1. Research Objective
2. Product Overview
3. Market Segmentation
Executive Summary
Europe Freight and Logistics Market Insights
1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
2. DROC Analysis
  1. Drivers
    1. Rising International Trade
    2. Growing E-commerce Sector
    3. Technological Advancements
  2. Restraints
    1. Regulatory Constraints
    2. Environmental Sustainability Concerns
    3. Driver Shortages
  3. Opportunities
    1. Expansion of E-commerce Logistics
    2. Digitalization and Automation
  4. Challenges
    1. Compliance with Regulations
    2. Need for Technological Upgrades
3. Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
4. Regulatory Framework
5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
  1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
  3. Threat of New Entrants
  4. Threat of Substitutes
  5. Intensity of Rivalry
Europe Freight and Logistics Market Overview
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
    1. Road Transport
    2. Rail Transport
    3. Air Transport
    4. Sea and Inland Waterways
    5. Intermodal Transport
  2. By End User Industry
    1. Agriculture, Fishing, and Forestry
    2. Construction
    3. Manufacturing
    4. Oil & Gas
    5. Mining & Quarrying
    6. Wholesale & Retail Trade
    7. Others
  3. By Logistics Function
    1. Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP)
    2. Freight Forwarding
    3. Freight Transport
    4. Warehousing & Storage
  4. By Country
    1. Germany
    2. United Kingdom
    3. Italy
    4. France
    5. Spain
    6. Belgium
    7. Russia
    8. The Netherlands
    9. Rest of Europe
Germany Freight and Logistics Market
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
  2. By End User Industry
  3. By Logistics Function
United Kingdom Freight and Logistics Market
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
  2. By End User Industry
  3. By Logistics Function
Italy Freight and Logistics Market
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
  2. By End User Industry
  3. By Logistics Function
France Freight and Logistics Market
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
  2. By End User Industry
  3. By Logistics Function
Spain Freight and Logistics Market
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
  2. By End User Industry
  3. By Logistics Function
Belgium Freight and Logistics Market
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
  2. By End User Industry
  3. By Logistics Function
Russia Freight and Logistics Market
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
  2. By End User Industry
  3. By Logistics Function
The Netherlands Freight and Logistics Market
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
  2. By End User Industry
  3. By Logistics Function
Rest of Europe Freight and Logistics Market
1. Market Packaging Type & Forecast, 2019–2031
  1. By Value (USD Billion)
2. Market Share & Forecast
  1. By Mode of Transport
  2. By End User Industry
  3. By Logistics Function
Competitive Landscape
1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
2. Europe Freight and Logistics Company Market Share Analysis, 2024
3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
4. Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships,)
Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Europe Freight and Logistics Market
Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, SWOT Analysis)
1. DHL
2. UPS
3. FedEx
4. DB Schenker
5. Kuehne + Nagel
6. TNT Express
7. Geodis
8. Panalpina
9. C.H. Robinson
10. XPO Logistics
11. DSV
12. Other Prominent Players
Key Strategic Recommendations
Research Methodology
1. Qualitative Research
  1. Primary & Secondary Research
2. Quantitative Research
3. Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
  1. Secondary Research
  2. Primary Research
4. Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Country
5. Assumptions & Limitations

*Financial information of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.

**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable

List of Figures

Figure 1 Europe Freight and Logistics Segmentation

Figure 2 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Value Chain Analysis

Figure 3 Company Market Share Analysis, 2024

Figure 4 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 5 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 6 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 7 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 8 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Country, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 9 Germany Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 10 Germany Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 11 Germany Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 12 Germany Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 13 United Kingdom Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 14 United Kingdom Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 15 United Kingdom Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 16 United Kingdom Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 17 Italy Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 18 Italy Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 19 Italy Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 20 Italy Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 21 France Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 22 France Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 23 France Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 24 France Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 25 Spain Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 26 Spain Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 27 Spain Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 28 Spain Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function , By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 29 Belgium Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 30 Belgium Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 31 Belgium Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 32 Belgium Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 33 Russia Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 34 Russia Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 35 Russia Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 36 Russia Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 37 The Netherlands Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 38 The Netherlands Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 39 The Netherlands Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 40 The Netherlands Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 41 Rest of Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Figure 42 Rest of Europe Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 43 Rest of Europe Freight and Logistics Market Share, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Figure 44 Rest of Europe Freight and Logistics Market Share, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

List of Tables

Table 1 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 2 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 3 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 4 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 5 Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Country, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 6 Germany Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 7 Germany Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 8 Germany Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 9 Germany Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 10 United Kingdom Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 11 United Kingdom Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 12 United Kingdom Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 13 United Kingdom Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 14 Italy Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 15 Italy Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 16 Italy Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 17 Italy Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 18 France Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 19 France Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 20 France Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 21 France Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 22 Spain Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 23 Spain Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 24 Spain Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 25 Spain Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function , By Value, 2019–2031

Table 26 Belgium Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 27 Belgium Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 28 Belgium Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 29 Belgium Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 30 Russia Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 31 Russia Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 32 Russia Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 33 Russia Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 34 The Netherlands Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 35 The Netherlands Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 36 The Netherlands Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 37 The Netherlands Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 38 Rest of Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2031

Table 39 Rest of Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Mode of Transport, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 40 Rest of Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By End User Industry, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 41 Rest of Europe Freight and Logistics Market Size, By Logistics Function, By Value, 2019–2031

Table 42 DHL Company Overview

Table 43 DHL Financial Overview

Table 44 UPS Company Overview

Table 45 UPS Financial Overview

Table 46 FedEx Company Overview

Table 47 FedEx Financial Overview

Table 48 DB Schenker Company Overview

Table 49 DB Schenker Financial Overview

Table 50 Kuehne + Nagel Company: Company Overview

Table 51 Kuehne + Nagel Company Financial Overview

Table 52 TNT Express Company Overview

Table 53 TNT Express Financial Overview

Table 54 Geodis Company Overview

Table 55 Geodis Financial Overview

Table 56 Panalpina Company Overview

Table 57 Panalpina Financial Overview

Table 58 C.H. Robinson Company Overview

Table 59 C.H. Robinson Financial Overview

Table 60 XPO Logistics, DSV Company Overview

Table 61 XPO Logistics, DSV Financial Overview

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