The China logistics market size was valued at USD 2.46 trillion in 2024. The market is further projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.30% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a value of USD 4.53 trillion by 2034.
Logistics is one of the fastest-growing industries in China, with a significant contribution to the country's GDP. The demand for direct-line delivery has risen by 84% between 2016 and 2020, driven by the increasing popularity of e-commerce and the need for faster and more efficient delivery services. This trend has led to the growth of express delivery companies and the expansion of their networks.
The flurry of mergers among third-party logistics players is expected to continue, as companies seek to increase production capacity, digital capabilities, and omnichannel integration. The value of M&A activity, IPOs, and start-up deals in China shot up by more than USD 7 billion in 2021 compared with the previous year. This trend is leading to the emergence of logistics juggernauts and the blurring of lines between freight forwarders and contract logistics providers.
The cold chain logistics market in China is experiencing growth due to the increasing demand for fresh agricultural products, food safety, and the quality of fresh agricultural products, as well as the Chinese government's investments in cold chain infrastructure.
Moreover, China is a major player in both exports and imports, with manufactured goods making up 95% of all exports and the biggest categories being machinery and vehicles, electronic products, and clothing. The high volume of exports and imports of manufactured goods necessitates a robust logistics infrastructure to facilitate the movement of these products efficiently. This demand drives China logistics market growth due to increased investments in transportation, warehousing, and distribution networks.
In China, the 2PL and 3PL market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for e-commerce and the need for efficient and reliable logistics services. The 2PL market is also being driven by the increasing trend of direct-line delivery, which has risen by 84% between 2016 and 2020.
Logistics is one of the fastest-growing industries in China, with a significant contribution to the country's GDP. The demand for direct-line delivery has risen by 84% between 2016 and 2020, driven by the increasing popularity of e-commerce and the need for faster and more efficient delivery services. This trend has led to the growth of express delivery companies and the expansion of their networks.
The flurry of mergers among third-party logistics players is expected to continue, as companies seek to increase production capacity, digital capabilities, and omnichannel integration. The value of M&A activity, IPOs, and start-up deals in China shot up by more than USD 7 billion in 2021 compared with the previous year. This trend is leading to the emergence of logistics juggernauts and the blurring of lines between freight forwarders and contract logistics providers.
The cold chain logistics market in China is experiencing growth due to the increasing demand for fresh agricultural products, food safety, and the quality of fresh agricultural products, as well as the Chinese government's investments in cold chain infrastructure.
Moreover, China is a major player in both exports and imports, with manufactured goods making up 95% of all exports and the biggest categories being machinery and vehicles, electronic products, and clothing. The high volume of exports and imports of manufactured goods necessitates a robust logistics infrastructure to facilitate the movement of these products efficiently. This demand drives China logistics market growth due to increased investments in transportation, warehousing, and distribution networks.
In China, the 2PL and 3PL market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for e-commerce and the need for efficient and reliable logistics services. The 2PL market is also being driven by the increasing trend of direct-line delivery, which has risen by 84% between 2016 and 2020.
Market Segmentation
China Logistics Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:Market Breakup by Model Type:
- 1 PL
- 2 PL
- 3 PL
- Others
Market Breakup by Transportation Mode:
- Roadways
- Seaways
- Railways
- Airways
Market Breakup by End User:
- Manufacturing
- Consumer Goods and Retail
- Food and Beverages
- IT Hardware and Telecom
- Healthcare
- Chemicals
- Construction
- Automotive
- Oil and Gas
- Others
Market Breakup by Region:
- Shanghai
- Zhejiang
- Guangdong
- Jiangsu
- Beijing
- Others
Competitive Landscape
Market players are utilising advancements in technology and data analytics to streamline processes, manage inventory levels, optimise routes, and ensure timely delivery of goods.- COSCO Shipping Lines Co., Ltd.
- FedEx Corporation
- United Parcel Service, Inc.
- Schenker AG
- Debon Logistics Co., Ltd.
- Deutsche Post AG
- DSV A/S
- CMA CGM Group (CEVA Logistics SA)
- Kuehne + Nagel International AG
- Nippon Express Co., Ltd.
- Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
- Kintetsu World Express Inc.
- A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S
- Others
Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
3 Economic Summary
4 Country Risk Profiles
5 Asia Pacific Logistics Market Overview
6 China Logistics Market Overview
7 China Logistics Market by Model Type
8 China Logistics Market by Transportation Mode
9 China Logistics Market by End User
10 China Logistics Market by Region
11 Market Dynamics
12 Competitive Landscape
Companies Mentioned
- COSCO Shipping Lines Co., Ltd.
- FedEx Corporation
- United Parcel Service, Inc.
- Schenker AG
- Debon Logistics Co., Ltd.
- Deutsche Post AG
- DSV A/S
- CMA CGM Group (CEVA Logistics SA)
- Kuehne + Nagel International AG
- Nippon Express Co., Ltd.
- Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
- Kintetsu World Express Inc.
- A.P. Møller – Mærsk A/S
