Global Cold Chain Logistics Market Research Report by Service, By Mode of Delivery, by Storage Technique, by Temporary Category, by Application, and by Region Forecast till 2032

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Global Cold Chain Logistics Market Research Report by Service [Pre-Cooling Facilities, Warehousing & Information Management System, Packaging, Labeling, Transportation (Railways, Airways, Roadways, Waterways), Others], By Mode of Delivery (Last Mile Delivery, Hubs to Distributor), by Storage Technique (Electrical Refrigeration, Dry Ice, Gel Packs, Liquid Nitrogen, Others), by Temporary Category (Ambient, Refrigerated, Frozen, Cryogenic), by Application (Fruits & Vegetables, Bakery & Confectionary, Dairy & Frozen Desserts, Meat, Fish, & Sea Food, Drugs & Pharmaceuticals, Others), and by Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Rest of the World) Forecast till 2032

Industry Overview

The global cold chain logistics market reached a revenue of USD 321,12 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to achieve a CAGR of 15.6% by the end of 2032. Cold chain logistics refers to the transportation and storage of temperature-sensitive products like food, medicines, and vaccines, ensuring they remain fresh and safe from origin to destination.

Government rules and the need for safe delivery of medicines and fresh food are helping the global cold chain logistics market grow. As more people shop online and want quality products, companies are improving storage, transport, and tracking to meet demand and follow safety rules.

Keeping products like vaccines and perishables at a steady temperature during international transport is tough for the global cold chain logistics market. Climate changes, delays, and weak infrastructure can spoil goods, so strong packaging and proper tracking are vital to prevent damage.

As demand for perishables and online shopping grows in developing nations, the global cold chain logistics market is expanding fast. Support from governments and improved technology are opening new opportunities in food and pharma storage and transport across these fast-growing markets.

Industry Segmentations

The global cold chain logistics market is segmented based on the temperature category, comprising ambient, refrigerated, frozen, and cryogenic.

Based on the service, the global market is divided into pre-cooling facilities, warehousing & information management systems, packaging, labeling, transportation, and others. Transportation is further segmented into railways, airways, roadways, and waterways.

The global cold chain logistics is classified based on application, including fruits & vegetables, bakery & confectionery, dairy & frozen desserts, meat, fish, & seafood, drugs & pharmaceuticals, and others.

Last-mile delivery and hubs to distributor are part of the delivery mode of the global cold chain logistics market.

Depending on the storage technique, the global market is divided into electrical refrigeration, dry ice, gel packs, liquid nitrogen, and others.

Regional Analysis

Strong consumer demand for fresh and frozen goods, along with biologics and vaccines, is boosting cold chain logistics across North America. Leading companies operate temperature-monitored warehouses and transport fleets equipped with digital control systems. Regulatory frameworks, particularly in the U.S., ensure product integrity throughout distribution. Canada and Mexico are also investing in modern cold chain facilities, enhancing regional connectivity.

European cold chain logistics play a vital role in supporting healthcare and food industries. Germany leads the region with its robust logistics infrastructure and focus on temperature-sensitive transport. The Netherlands serves as a gateway hub, while France and the UK continue to expand in pharma storage. Digital innovations like RFID and hybrid trucks are improving operational transparency and lowering emissions.

With rising urban populations and dietary shifts, cold chain logistics in Asia Pacific are expanding rapidly. China's dominance in infrastructure and India's policy-driven growth are key market drivers. Companies are responding with service expansion, automation, and smart monitoring tools. Japan and South Korea maintain advanced capabilities, especially in biotech and vaccine storage.

The Middle East and Africa are growing cold chain hubs, led by infrastructure upgrades in UAE, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa. These countries are focusing on food security and reliable pharmaceutical distribution. In South America, cold chain demand is surging due to Brazil's export-heavy agricultural industry. Global players are investing in the region to strengthen logistics coverage and temperature-sensitive storage.

Key Players

Major competitors in the global cold chain logistics are Cardinal Health, B Medical Systems, American Airlines Inc., Lineage Inc., Americold Logistics, CEVA Logistics, FedEx Global Logistics Inc., Cold Box Express, Inc., Coldman Logistics, DoKaSch, Fiege, DHL Group, DB Schenker, United Parcel Service of America, Inc. (UPS), and Coldtainer.

Product Code: MRFR/PNT/53278-CR

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2 MARKET INTRODUCTION

2.1 DEFINITION
2.2 SCOPE OF THE STUDY
2.3 RESEARCH OBJECTIVE
2.4 MARKET STRUCTURE

3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3.1 OVERVIEW
3.2 DATA FLOW
- 3.2.1 Data Mining Process
3.3 PURCHASED DATABASE:
3.4 SECONDARY SOURCES:
- 3.4.1 Secondary Research data flow:
3.5 PRIMARY RESEARCH:
- 3.5.1 Primary Research DATA FLOW:
- 3.5.2 Primary Research: Number of Interviews conducted
- 3.5.3 Primary Research: Regional Coverage
3.6 APPROACHES FOR MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION:
- 3.6.1 Revenue Analysis Approach
3.7 DATA FORECASTING
- 3.7.1 Data forecasting Technique
3.8 DATA MODELING
- 3.8.1 microeconomic factor analysis:
- 3.8.2 Data modeling:
3.9 TEAMS AND ANALYST CONTRIBUTION

4 MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1 INTRODUCTION
4.2 DRIVERS
- 4.2.1 Implementation of strict government rules and regulation by the government
- 4.2.2 Rising Demand for Perishable Goods is drivIng the market for cold chain logistics
- 4.2.3 drivers impact Analysis
4.3 RESTRAINT
- 4.3.1 MAINTAINING A CONSISTENT AND CONTROLLED TEMPERATURE THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE SUPPLY CHAIn
- 4.3.2 Restraint impact Analysis
4.4 OPPORTUNITY
- 4.4.1 Scope for Growth in Emerging Economies possess an opportunity for cold chain logistic in global market
4.5 COVID-19 IMPACT ANALYSIS
- 4.5.1 Impact on Overall Logistics Industry
  - 4.5.1.1 economic impact
  - 4.5.1.2 Impact on Cold Chain Logistics Market
- 4.5.2 Impact on Supply Chain of Logistics
  - 4.5.2.1 Production shutdown
  - 4.5.2.2 Impact on Import/Export
- 4.5.3 Impact on Market Demand of Cold Chain Logistics
  - 4.5.3.1 Impact due to restrictions/lockdown
  - 4.5.3.2 Consumer Sentiments
- 4.5.4 Impact on Pricing of Logistics

5 MARKET FACTOR ANALYSIS

5.1 VALUE/SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
- 5.1.1 Stage 1: Storage and Handling
- 5.1.2 Stage 2: Distribution (Domestic Cold Chain Logistic, International Cold Chain Logistic, Etc.)
- 5.1.3 Stage3: Transport Services
- 5.1.4 Stage 4: Infrastructure Support
- 5.1.5 Stage 5: 3rd Party Logistics
5.2 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES MODEL
- 5.2.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
- 5.2.2 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
- 5.2.3 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
- 5.2.4 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
- 5.2.5 INTENSITY OF RIVALRY

6 GLOBAL COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS MARKET, BY SERVICE

6.1 OVERVIEW
6.2 PRE-COOLING FACILITIES
6.3 WAREHOUSING & INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
6.4 PACKAGING
6.5 LABELING
6.6 TRANSPORTATION
6.7 OTHERS

7 GLOBAL COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS MARKET, BY MODE OF DELIVERY

7.1 OVERVIEW
7.2 LAST MILE DELIVERY
7.3 HUBS TO DISTRIBUTOR

8 GLOBAL COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS MARKET, BY TEMPERATURE CATEGORY

8.1 OVERVIEW
8.2 AMBIENT
8.3 REFRIGERATED
8.4 FROZEN
8.5 CRYOGENIC

9 GLOBAL COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS MARKET, BY STORAGE TECHNIQUE

9.1 OVERVIEW
9.2 ELECTRICAL REFRIGERATION
9.3 DRY ICE
9.4 GEL PACKS
9.5 LIQUID NITROGEN
9.6 OTHERS

10 GLOBAL COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS MARKET, BY APPLICATION

10.1 OVERVIEW
10.2 FRUITS & VEGETABLES
10.3 BAKERY & CONFECTIONARY
10.4 DAIRY & FROZEN DESSERTS
10.5 MEAT, FISH, & SEAFOOD
10.6 DRUGS & PHARMACEUTICALS
10.7 OTHERS

11 GLOBAL COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS MARKET, BY REGION

11.1 OVERVIEW
- 11.1.1 GLOBAL COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS MARKET, by region, 2018-2032
11.2 NORTH AMERICA
11.3 EUROPE
11.4 ASIA PACIFIC
11.5 REST OF THE WORLD

12 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

12.1 INTRODUCTION
12.2 COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS/BENCHMARKING
12.3 COMPETITOR DASHBOARD
12.4 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS
12.5 MAJOR GROWTH STRATEGY IN THE COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS MARKET
12.6 LEADING PLAYERS IN TERMS OF NUMBER OF DEVELOPMENTS IN COLD CHAIN LOGISTICS
12.7 KEY DEVELOPMENTS & GROWTH STRATEGIES
- 12.7.1 product launch
- 12.7.2 acquisition and Partnership
- 12.7.3 EXPANSION
- 12.7.4 Development & Announcement

13 COMPANY PROFILES

13.1 CARDINAL HEALTH
- 13.1.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.1.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.1.3 PRODUCT OFFERED
- 13.1.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.1.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.1.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.2 B MEDICAL SYSTEMS
- 13.2.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.2.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.2.3 PRODUCT OFFERED
- 13.2.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.2.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.2.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.3 AMERICAN AIRLINES, INC.
- 13.3.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.3.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.3.3 PRODUCT OFFERED
- 13.3.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.3.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.3.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.4 LINEAGE, INC.
- 13.4.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.4.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.4.3 PRODUCT OFFERED
- 13.4.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.4.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.4.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.5 AMERICOLD LOGISTICS, INC.
- 13.5.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.5.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.5.3 PRODUCT OFFERED
- 13.5.4 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.5.5 KEY STRATEGIES
13.6 CEVA LOGISTICS
- 13.6.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.6.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.6.3 PRODUCT OFFERED
- 13.6.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.6.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.6.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.7 COLD BOX EXPRESS, INC
- 13.7.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.7.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.7.3 PRODUCT OFFERED
- 13.7.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.7.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.7.6 KEY Strategy
13.8 COLDMAN LOGISTICS
- 13.8.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.8.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.8.3 service OFFERED
- 13.8.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.8.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.8.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.9 DOKASCH
- 13.9.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.9.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.9.3 Product/ service OFFERED
- 13.9.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.9.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.9.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.10 FIEGE
- 13.10.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.10.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.10.3 PRODUCTS/service OFFERED
- 13.10.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.10.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.10.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.11 FEDEX GLOBAL LOGISTICS INC.
- 13.11.1 Company Overview
- 13.11.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.11.3 Products/Services Offered
- 13.11.4 Key Developments
- 13.11.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.11.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.12 DHL GROUP
- 13.12.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.12.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.12.3 PRODUCTS OFFERED
- 13.12.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.12.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.12.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.13 DB SCHENKER
- 13.13.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.13.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.13.3 SERVICES OFFERED
- 13.13.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.13.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.13.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.14 UNITED PARCEL SERVICE OF AMERICA, INC
- 13.14.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.14.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.14.3 PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERED
- 13.14.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.14.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.14.6 KEY STRATEGIES
13.15 COLDTAINER (EUROENGEL)
- 13.15.1 COMPANY OVERVIEW
- 13.15.2 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
- 13.15.3 PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERED
- 13.15.4 KEY DEVELOPMENTS
- 13.15.5 SWOT ANALYSIS
- 13.15.6 KEY STRATEGIES