Freight Forwarding Industry Trends Analysis 2025-2030

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The global freight forwarding market is projected to reach USD 285.60 billion by 2030, growing at a 4.9% CAGR from 2025. Key trends include globalization, increased demand from online retail, and pandemic-driven supply chain shifts. Significant growth is expected in Europe and in road transport, B2C customer type, and value-added services segments.

This report offers in-depth market analysis, competitive insights, future trends, and actionable recommendations for strategic business decisions.

Freight Forwarding Market

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28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Freight Forwarding Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis By Mode Of Transports (Road, Maritime, Rail, Air), By Customer Type (B2B, B2C), By Service (Transportation & Warehousing, Value Added Services), By Application, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030"[1] report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global freight forwarding market size is anticipated to reach USD 285.60 billion by 2030. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% from 2025 to 2030.

Globalization has been a pivotal force driving the expansion of the freight forwarding industry.

As businesses extend their reach beyond national borders and engage in international commerce, there has been a significant increase in the need for efficient and reliable freight forwarding services.

This heightened demand can be largely attributed to companies sourcing raw materials, components, and finished products from multiple countries while also catering to a global customer base. This worldwide growth and integration of business operations underline the vital role played by freight forwarders in efficiently handling the complex logistics of international trade.

Online retail businesses acquire goods from a worldwide network of manufacturers to provide customers with various products. Freight forwarding holds a pivotal position in orchestrating the movement of these goods, guaranteeing their smooth transition from the manufacturer's base to the online retail firm's distribution hubs or storage facilities.

This entails managing the intricate aspects of international shipping, customs processes, and legal requirements, which can significantly differ between countries.

Additionally, online retail firms often need to disseminate products to customers across the globe, necessitating a sophisticated approach to worldwide supply chain management. Logistics intermediaries are indispensable collaborators in devising transportation routes, opting for the most suitable modes of transport (whether by air, sea, or land), and overseeing the logistics processes necessary for delivering goods to customers' residences. The freight forwarding industry experienced a significant impact from the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting immediate operations and potentially influencing longer-term trends.

One of the most immediate and noteworthy outcomes was the disruption of global supply chains. Measures like lockdowns, factory closures, and movement restrictions disrupted the worldwide flow of goods, creating substantial challenges for professionals in freight forwarding. Story continues

They had to swiftly adjust and find alternative routes and modes of transportation to maintain cargo movement, frequently encountering unexpected delays and congestion.

Additionally, the pandemic triggered a notable change in the demand for various commodities. There was a surge in demand for essential items like medical supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE). In contrast, the demand for non-essential goods like fashion and luxury items declined.

Freight Forwarding Market Report Highlights

Based on mode of transport, the road segment is expected to witness substantial growth with a CAGR of 4.4% on account of its accountability and accessibility. Road transportation can access a wide range of locations, even reaching remote areas where alternative modes might not be as feasible.
Based on customer type, the B2C segment is expected to be a key segment, exhibiting the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Consumer behavior has shifted substantially recently, with many expecting quick and convenient delivery options.

This change has put immense pressure on logistics companies to adapt and offer services tailored to the B2C market.
Based on service, the value-added services segment is expected to dominate the market in the upcoming years, and it is expected to retain its dominance throughout the forecast period owing to its integration of advanced technologies into logistics operations.
Europe is anticipated to register a higher CAGR over the forecast period. Intermodal transport has gained prominence in European logistics. This approach involves using multiple modes of transportation, such as road, rail, sea, and air, to move goods efficiently.

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Companies Featured

Kuehne+Nagel
Deutsche Post AG
DB Schenker
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
CEVA Freight forwarding
DSV
FedEx
Uber Technologies, Inc.
United Parcel Service of America, Inc.
NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS

Key Attributes:

Report Attribute	Details
No. of Pages	150
Forecast Period	2024 - 2030
Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2024	£216.47 Billion
Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2030	£285.6 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate	4.9%
Regions Covered	Global

Key Topics Covered:

Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Market Segmentation and Scope
1.2.

Research Methodology
1.3. Information or Data Analysis
1.4. Methodology
1.5.

Research Scope and Assumptions
1.6. Market Formulation & Validation
1.7. Country Based Segment Share Calculation
1.8.

List of Data Sources Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1.

Market Outlook
2.2. Segment Outlook
2.3. Competitive Insights

Chapter 3. Freight Forwarding Variables, Trends, & Scope
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.2.

Market Dynamics
3.2.1. Market Drivers Analysis
3.2.2. Market Restraints Analysis
3.2.3.

Industry Challenge
3.3. Freight Forwarding Analysis Tools
3.3.1. Industry Analysis - Porter's
3.3.2.

PESTEL Analysis Chapter 4. Freight Forwarding Market: Mode of Transport Estimates & Trend Analysis
4.1.

Segment Dashboard
4.2. Freight Forwarding Market: Mode of Transport Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030 (USD Million)
4.3. Road
4.3.1.

Road Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
4.4. Maritime
4.5. Rail
4.6.

Air Chapter 5. Freight Forwarding Market: Customer Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1.

Segment Dashboard
5.2. Freight Forwarding Market: Customer Type Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030 (USD Million)
5.3. B2B
5.3.1.

B2B Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.4. B2C Chapter 6.

Freight Forwarding Market: Service Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Freight Forwarding Market: Service Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030 (USD Million)
6.3.

Transportation & Warehousing
6.3.1. Transportation & Warehousing Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.4. Value Added Services
6.5.

Packaging
6.6. Others Chapter 7.

Freight Forwarding Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Freight Forwarding Market: Application Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.

Retail & e-commerce
7.3.1. Retail & e-commerce Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4. Healthcare
7.5.

Food & Beverages
7.6. Media & Entertainment
7.7. Industrial & Manufacturing
7.8.

Oil & Gas
7.9. Others Chapter 8.

Freight Forwarding Market Region Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. Freight Forwarding Market Share, By Region, 2024 & 2030, USD Million Chapter 9.

Competitive Landscape
9.1. Company Categorization
9.2. Company Market Positioning
9.3.

Company Heat Map Analysis
9.4. Company Profiles/Listing
9.4.1. Participant's Overview
9.4.2.

Financial Performance
9.4.3. Application Benchmarking
9.4.4. Strategic Initiatives

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