Germany Contract Logistics Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Insourcing and Outsourcing), By Service (Warehousing, Transportation, Distribution, Aftermarket, and Others), By End Use (Automotive, Aerospace & Defense, High-tech, Healthcare, E-commerce, Industrial, Retail, and Others), and Germany Contract Logistics Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2033

Germany Contract Logistics Market Insights Forecasts to 2033

• The Germany Contract Logistics Market Size is Growing at a CAGR of 3.05% from 2023 to 2033
• The Germany Contract Logistics Market Size is Expected to hold a significant share By 2033

The Germany Contract Logistics Market Size is Anticipated to hold a significant share By 2033, growing at a CAGR of 3.05% from 2023 to 2033. The increasing use of AI in contract logistics and benefits offered by contract logistics services are driving the contract logistics market in the Germany.     

Market Overview

Contract logistics market is the market in which companies outsource various aspects of their supply chain operations to specialized providers on a contractual basis, encompassing activities such as warehousing, transportation, and order fulfilment. Contract logistics is a business model based on a long-term corporation between the company and the logistics service provider, governed by a service agreement or contract. The growing e-commerce platforms are responsible for the growth of the contract logistics industry, which is significantly driving the need for efficient and scalable logistics solutions. Further, the adoption of technologies, including automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence by logistics companies, is propelling the contract logistics market. In addition, the increasing use of information technology (IT) solutions and software, as well as automation in logistics, are creating growth opportunities in the contract logistics market.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Germany contract logistics market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Germany contract logistics market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Germany contract logistics market.

Driving Factors

The increasing use of AI in logistics for enhancing efficiency, quality, and productivity is anticipated to drive market growth. Further, the integration of automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence for enhancing efficiency propelling the market. The advantages offered by contract logistics, including cost savings, access to specialized expertise, and the ability to focus on core business activities, are responsible for propelling the contract logistics market. The rise in trade activity and growing contract-related trades, with the country being a major exporter and importer, are driving the market expansion.

Restraining Factors

The increased cost of logistic solutions and the presence of poor logistic infrastructure are challenging the contract logistics market.

Market Segmentation

The Germany contract logistics market share is classified into type, service, and end use.

• The outsourcing segment dominates the market with the largest market share and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected timeframe.

Based on the type, the Germany contract logistics market is divided into insourcing and outsourcing. Among these, the outsourcing segment dominates the market with the largest market share and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected timeframe. The outsourcing approach by contract logistics enables businesses to access specialized skills, expertise, and resources, often provided by the outsourcing firms. The benefits offered by the business, including lower operating costs and higher productivity, are propelling the market growth.

• The warehousing segment is dominating the Germany contract logistics market and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected timeframe.

Based on the service, the Germany contract logistics market is divided into warehousing, transportation, distribution, aftermarket, and others. Among these, the warehousing segment is dominating the Germany contract logistics market and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected timeframe. Warehousing services include storing and managing products, providing storage space, efficient inventory handling, and security. The advancements in technology to automate warehouse processes are driving market growth in the warehousing segment.

• The automotive segment is dominating the market with the largest market share and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected timeframe.

Based on the end use, the Germany contract logistics market is divided into automotive, aerospace & defense, high-tech, healthcare, e-commerce, industrial, retail, and others. Among these, the automotive segment is dominating the market with the largest market share and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected timeframe. Complex logistics operations, such as focused handling of automotive parts, on-time delivery, and distribution, are included in the automotive segment. The adoption of cost-effective third-party logistics models and the digital transformation of supply chains are driving the market in the automotive segment.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Germany contract logistics market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• DHL
• DB Schenker
• Dacsher Logistics
• Hellman Worldwide Logistics
• Feige
• BLG Logistics
• Yusen Logistics
• CEVA Logistics
• APL Logistics
• Agility Logistics
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments

• In November 2024,  DB Schenker announced that it had introduced remote-controlled forklift operations at its Contract Logistics site in Kassel, Germany. The pilot project, launched in partnership with the German technology start-up enabl Technologies, enables drivers to operate forklifts remotely via enabl’s digital platform, allowing a single operator to control multiple forklifts across various locations.
• In October 2024, GXO Logistics, Inc., the world's leading pure-play contract logistics provider, announced that its latest 36,000 square meter warehouse in Dormagen, near Düsseldorf, is now fully occupied. This development marks a significant step in the company's expansion efforts within Germany, Europe's largest logistics market.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Germany, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the Germany Contract Logistics Market based on the below-mentioned segments

Germany Contract Logistics Market, By Type  

• Insourcing
• Outsourcing

Germany Contract Logistics Market, By Service

• Warehousing
• Transportation
• Distribution
• Aftermarket
• Others

Germany Contract Logistics Market, By End Use

• Automotive
• Aerospace & Defense
• High-tech
• Healthcare
• E-commerce
• Industrial
• Retail
• Others