Frozen Food Logistics Global Market Report 2025

The frozen food logistics market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $30.6 billion in 2024 to $34.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing demand for frozen food, increasing disposable income, expansion of retail and food service sectors, rising urbanization, and increasing investment in ultra-low temperature storage.

The frozen food logistics market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $57.69 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing consumer preference for convenience foods, expansion of e-commerce grocery platforms, rising demand for sustainable cold chain solutions, rising demand for plant-based frozen products, and rising packaged food demand. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in cold chain technology, advancements in temperature monitoring, adoption of predictive analytics for demand forecasting, development of multi-temperature warehouses, and integration of drone technology for cold storage monitoring.

The forecast of 13.5% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 1.1% from the previous estimate for this market.This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through tariffs on temperature-controlled trailers, refrigeration units, and cold storage monitoring systems sourced from Europe and China, disrupting cost efficiency in perishable food supply chains.The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The growing consumer preference for convenience foods is anticipated to drive the expansion of the frozen food logistics market. Convenience foods refer to pre-packaged or pre-prepared food products designed for quick and effortless consumption, requiring minimal cooking or preparation. This rising demand is fueled by busy lifestyles, increasing urbanization, and the need for easy-to-prepare meals that do not compromise on taste or nutrition. Frozen food logistics play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient transportation and storage of these products, maintaining their quality, safety, and shelf life through an uninterrupted cold chain. For example, in April 2024, the National Association of Convenience Stores, a US-based trade association, reported that in 2023, foodservice sales including prepared foods, commissary items, and dispensed beverages accounted for 26.9% of in-store sales, an increase from 25.6% in 2022. Additionally, sales of prepared foods per store per month grew by 12.2% in 2023 compared to the previous year. This increasing demand for convenience foods continues to drive the growth of the frozen food logistics market.

Leading companies in the frozen food logistics sector are prioritizing technological advancements, such as the development of automated frozen storage facilities, to enhance efficiency, lower operational costs, and maintain optimal temperature control for product preservation. These automated facilities utilize robotics and advanced technology to streamline the storage and retrieval of frozen products while ensuring consistent temperature regulation. For instance, in September 2024, Indicold Private Limited, an India-based cold storage company, introduced the country’s first rack-clad automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) frozen facility in Ahmedabad, significantly strengthening cold chain capabilities. With a storage capacity exceeding 7,000 pallets, this facility addresses the growing demand for frozen food storage. This initiative highlights Indicold’s commitment to advancing the cold chain industry through automation and sustainability, reinforcing India's position in frozen food logistics.

In July 2024, Dachser Group SE & Co. KG, a Germany-based logistics services company, acquired Brummer Logistic Solutions GmbH & Co KG. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Dachser Group seeks to bolster its presence in the food logistics sector by expanding its expertise in temperature-controlled transportation and storage, strengthening its cold chain infrastructure, and improving service offerings across Europe. Brummer Logistic Solutions GmbH & Co KG. is an Austria-based logistics company specializing in temperature-controlled solutions for perishable goods.

Frozen food logistics is a specialized supply chain process that manages and coordinates the transportation, storage, and distribution of frozen food items. It relies on a strict cold chain system to keep temperatures low, ensuring that the quality, safety, and longevity of the products are maintained throughout the supply chain.

The primary product categories in frozen food logistics include frozen vegetables, meats, seafood, ready meals, and desserts. For example, frozen vegetables are kept at low temperatures to preserve their freshness and nutritional content. The operations utilize different temperature-controlled environments - ranging from chilled to deep-frozen settings and transportation is conducted by road, rail, air, or sea. Packaging options vary as well, including bags, boxes, cans, and jars.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and ensuing trade tensions in spring 2025 are placing significant strain on the transport sector, especially in areas such as fleet maintenance and logistics. Increased duties on imported commercial vehicles, tires, and engine parts have driven up operating costs for trucking and freight firms, forcing them to either raise shipping rates or accept lower profit margins. Airlines and maritime operators are also under pressure, as tariffs on aircraft components and shipbuilding materials have pushed capital expenditures higher. Meanwhile, retaliatory tariffs in key export markets have weakened demand for U.S.-manufactured transportation equipment, further squeezing revenues. To cope, the industry is turning to fuel efficiency measures, alternative supply sources, and greater automation to manage rising costs while maintaining dependable service.

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Major players in the frozen food logistics market are Nippon Express, CJ Logistics Corporation, Dachser Group SE & Co. KG, Kintetsu World Express Inc., Lineage Logistics Holdings LLC, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics SE & Co. KG, STEF, Matson Inc., United States Cold Storage Inc, VersaCold Logistics Services Inc., Burris Logistics Inc., NewCold Advanced Cold Logistics, Americold Logistics LLC, C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc., Seafrigo Group, Congebec Logistics Inc., RLS Logistics, Swire Cold Storage, Interstate Cold Storage Inc., Conestoga Cold Storage, Magnavale, Kloosterboer Group B.V., Confederation Freezers - Brampton, Interstate Warehousing Inc., Nichirei Logistics Group Inc.

North America was the largest region in the frozen food logistics market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in frozen food logistics report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the frozen food logistics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The frozen food logistics market includes revenues earned by providing services such as temperature-controlled storage, transportation, distribution, and supply chain. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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