Food Logistics Market 2025 | Growth, Size, and Trends Forecast by 2033
The global food logistics market size was valued at USD 122.23 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 222.44 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.33% from 2025-2033.
Market Overview:
The food logistics market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by rising cold chain demand, sustainability-driven shifts, and tech-enabled supply chains. According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, “Food Logistics Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2025-2033″, offers a comprehensive analysis of the industry, which comprises insights on the global food logistics market trends. The global market size reached USD 122.2 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 222.4 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.33% during 2025-2033.
This detailed analysis primarily encompasses industry size, business trends, market share, key growth factors, and regional forecasts. The report offers a comprehensive overview and integrates research findings, market assessments, and data from different sources. It also includes pivotal market dynamics like drivers and challenges, while also highlighting growth opportunities, financial insights, technological improvements, emerging trends, and innovations. Besides this, the report provides regional market evaluation, along with a competitive landscape analysis.
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Our report includes:
- Market Dynamics
- Market Trends And Market Outlook
- Competitive Analysis
- Industry Segmentation
- Strategic Recommendations
Factors Affecting the Growth of the Food Logistics Industry:
Rising Cold Chain Demand
The food logistics market is experiencing surging demand for cold chain solutions, driven by growing consumer preference for fresh, perishable, and frozen goods. With the expansion of e-grocery and meal kit delivery services, temperature-controlled logistics has become critical. Companies are investing in advanced refrigeration tech, real-time monitoring, and energy-efficient transport to reduce spoilage and ensure food safety. Regulatory pressures, such as stricter food safety standards, are further accelerating this trend. As a result, cold chain logistics is projected to grow rapidly, creating opportunities for innovation in last-mile delivery and warehousing.
Sustainability-Driven Shifts
Sustainability is reshaping food logistics, with businesses and consumers prioritizing eco-friendly practices. There’s increasing adoption of electric and hybrid delivery vehicles, reusable packaging, and optimized route planning to cut carbon emissions. Companies are also leveraging AI to minimize food waste by improving inventory forecasting. Retailers and manufacturers are partnering with green logistics providers to meet corporate ESG goals and consumer expectations. This shift isn’t just ethical—it’s becoming a competitive advantage, as eco-conscious buyers favor brands with transparent, sustainable supply chains.
Tech-Enabled Supply Chains
Automation and digitalization are transforming food logistics, enhancing efficiency and transparency. IoT sensors track shipments in real time, while blockchain ensures traceability from farm to fork. AI-powered demand forecasting helps reduce overstocking and stockouts, cutting costs and waste. Robotics in warehouses speeds up order fulfillment, crucial for fast-moving perishables. As e-commerce grows, these technologies are becoming essential for meeting customer expectations for speed and reliability. Companies that fail to adopt these innovations risk falling behind in an increasingly tech-driven market.
Leading Companies Operating in the Global Food Logistics Industry:
- AmeriCold Logistics LLC
- Deutsche Bahn (DB) Schenker AG
- H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.
- Schneider National
- CaseStack
- N. Deringer, Inc.
- Echo Global Logistics, Inc.
- Evans Distribution Systems, Inc.
- Hellmann Worldwide Logistics SE Co. KG
- Matson Logistics
- Odyssey Logistics Technology Corporation
Food Logistics Market Report Segmentation:
By Transportation Mode:
- Railways
- Roadways
- Seaways
- Airways
Roadways represent the largest segment due to their extensive network, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness in transporting food products over short to medium distances.
By Product Type:
- Fish, Shellfish, and Meat
- Vegetables, Fruits, and Nuts
- Cereals, Bakery and Dairy Products
- Coffee, Tea, and Vegetable Oil
- Others
Fish, shellfish, and meat hold the biggest share attributed to the increasing demand for these protein-rich foods and their need for specialized handling and refrigeration during transport.
By Service Type:
- Cold Chain
- Non-Cold Chain
Cold chain services exhibit clear dominance in the market as it caters to the growing need for temperature-controlled environments to maintain the quality and safety of perishable food items during storage and transportation.
By Segment:
- Transportation
- Packaging
- Instrumentation
Transportation accounts for the majority of the market share due to its pivotal role in ensuring the timely and efficient movement of food products from producers to consumers.
Regional Insights:
- North America: (United States, Canada)
- Asia Pacific: (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Others)
- Europe: (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Others)
- Latin America: (Brazil, Mexico, Others)
- Middle East and Africa
North America dominates the market on account of its advanced logistics and transportation infrastructure, growing consumer base, and rising demand for various food products.
Research Methodology:
The report employs a comprehensive research methodology, combining primary and secondary data sources to validate findings. It includes market assessments, surveys, expert opinions, and data triangulation techniques to ensure accuracy and reliability.
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