The Europe third-party logistics (3PL) market reached approximately USD 216.71 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.80% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a value of USD 346.33 Billion by 2034.
Rail freight is gaining traction in the European transport landscape, particularly due to the significance of ecological sustainability. Europe is aiming to shift a significant portion of freight from road to rail, aiming for a 30% share of rail in European freight transport by 2030. From October to December 2023, freight train kilometres were 7.66 million kilometres in the United Kingdom.
During H1 2023, 119,000 square meters of warehousing and logistics space were leased in Germany. Germany has the presence of highly developed infrastructure, technologies, and high-quality and large warehouses, making it a significant region for logistics activities. Additionally, the Netherlands is also becoming a popular hub for pan-European logistics and product distribution. More than 1,000 American and Chinese companies have chosen the Netherlands as their logistics hub as it is the most affordable transit hub in the middle of Europe due to its strategic location.
Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Growth
The role of third-party logistics is growing due to the expanding trend of outsourcing among the European manufacturers and retailers. The expansion of the e-commerce sector across Europe is a key factor fuelling the growth of the third-party logistics market in the region. As of August 2023, the e-commerce market accounted for 26.9% of the total retail sales in the United Kingdom.Rail freight is gaining traction in the European transport landscape, particularly due to the significance of ecological sustainability. Europe is aiming to shift a significant portion of freight from road to rail, aiming for a 30% share of rail in European freight transport by 2030. From October to December 2023, freight train kilometres were 7.66 million kilometres in the United Kingdom.
During H1 2023, 119,000 square meters of warehousing and logistics space were leased in Germany. Germany has the presence of highly developed infrastructure, technologies, and high-quality and large warehouses, making it a significant region for logistics activities. Additionally, the Netherlands is also becoming a popular hub for pan-European logistics and product distribution. More than 1,000 American and Chinese companies have chosen the Netherlands as their logistics hub as it is the most affordable transit hub in the middle of Europe due to its strategic location.
Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Industry Segmentation
Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:Market Breakup by Service:
- Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC)
- Domestic Transportation Management (DTM)
- International Transportation Management (ITM)
- Warehousing and Distribution
- Value Added Logistic Services (VALs)
Market Breakup by Transport:
- Railways
- Roadways
- Waterways
- Airways
Market Breakup by End Use:
- Retail
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Others
Market Breakup by Region:
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Italy
- Others
Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Share
Based on end use, the market is divided into retail, healthcare, manufacturing, and automotive, among others. The healthcare sector is witnessing significant growth with the rising demand for medical equipment and drugs, partnerships between healthcare companies and 3PL providers, and a significant number of investments being carried out in the sector.Leading Companies in the Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market
The report provides a detailed analysis of the following key players in the market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers and acquisitions, investments, and product launches.- Deutsche Post AG (DHL)
- Schenker AG
- XPO Inc.
- Wincanton Plc
- FedEx Corp.
- Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd.
- PostNord Group AB
- Kuehne + Nagel International AG
- CEVA Logistics S.A.
- Nippon Express Holdings Inc.
- Others
Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
3 Economic Summary
4 Country Risk Profiles
5 Global Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Overview
6 Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Overview
7 Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market by Service
8 Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market by Transport
9 Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market by End Use
10 Europe Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market by Country
11 Market Dynamics
12 Competitive Landscape
Companies Mentioned
- Deutsche Post AG (DHL)
- Schenker AG
- XPO Inc.
- Wincanton Plc
- FedEx Corp.
- Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd.
- PostNord Group AB
- Kuehne + Nagel International AG
- CEVA Logistics S.A.
- Nippon Express Holdings Inc.
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 105 |
| Published | May 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2034 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 216.71 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 346.33 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 4.8% |
| Regions Covered | Europe |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 10 |
