Freight Transport Management Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Transportation Mode, By Offering, By Deployment Mode, By Organization Size, By Industry, By Region & Competition, 2021-2031F

Description

The Global Freight Transport Management Market is projected to expand from USD 32.87 Billion in 2025 to USD 56.69 Billion by 2031, achieving a compound annual growth rate of 9.51%. This sector involves the strategic planning, execution, and optimization of cargo movement across air, maritime, road, and rail infrastructures. Key drivers fueling this growth include the critical need for real-time supply chain transparency, the urgency to curtail rising operational costs, and the rapid increase in global e-commerce volumes. The immense scale of these operations requires powerful digital solutions for efficiency, a point underscored by the American Trucking Associations, which reported that trucks transported 11.27 billion tons of freight in 2024, highlighting the essential demand for systems capable of handling such vast throughput.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size 2025	USD 32.87 Billion
Market Size 2031	USD 56.69 Billion
CAGR 2026-2031	9.51%
Fastest Growing Segment	Roadways
Largest Market	North America

Conversely, a major obstacle hindering wider market adoption is the high cost and complexity involved in deploying these advanced platforms. Small and medium-sized enterprises frequently face difficulties with the substantial upfront capital and technical resources needed for seamless integration. Furthermore, apprehensions regarding data protection within interconnected cloud ecosystems can discourage risk-averse organizations from embracing these solutions. Despite the evident operational advantages provided by transport management technologies, these financial and technical barriers continue to restrict market penetration in cost-conscious sectors.

Market Driver

The rapid growth of global e-commerce and the increasing demands of last-mile delivery are fundamentally reshaping the Global Freight Transport Management Market. As consumer preferences shift toward fast, transparent fulfillment, logistics providers are under pressure to digitize operations to manage high-frequency, low-volume shipments across intricate cross-border networks. This surge in digital retail activity directly leads to higher freight volumes, requiring robust management systems to uphold service standards. Data from the International Air Transport Association's November 2024 'Air Cargo Market Analysis' supports this, showing a 10.5% year-on-year rise in international air cargo traffic in September 2024, a growth trajectory largely driven by escalating e-commerce demand in key markets like the US and Europe.

Simultaneously, the incorporation of advanced AI, IoT, and cloud-based supply chain analytics has become essential for optimizing these expanding logistics networks. Organizations are utilizing these technologies to secure granular real-time visibility, forecast potential disruptions, and automate decision-making processes, thereby minimizing inefficiencies and operational costs. This move towards technology is evidenced by significant industry commitment to digital transformation; according to the MHI's '2024 MHI Annual Industry Report' released in March 2024, 84% of supply chain leaders intend to adopt artificial intelligence technologies within the next five years. Additionally, Descartes Systems Group reported in 2024 that 40% of surveyed shippers and logistics providers are actively planning to invest in transportation technology to better navigate regulatory changes and market volatility.

Market Challenge

The substantial expense and complexity involved in deploying advanced transport management platforms serve as a formidable barrier to broader market expansion. Small and medium-sized enterprises often lack the necessary capital for the significant initial investment in software, hardware, and staff training. This financial burden compels many cost-sensitive organizations to depend on manual methods or outdated legacy systems, effectively preventing them from participating in the growth of the modern digital freight market.

Moreover, integrating these platforms into interconnected cloud-based networks creates significant security risks that discourage adoption. As supply chains become increasingly digitized, the fear of cyber threats paralyzes decision-making for risk-averse companies. According to the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, 60% of logistics organizations surveyed in 2024 reported experiencing data breaches, a statistic that validates industry anxiety regarding digital vulnerability. This high frequency of security incidents reinforces the reluctance of firms to entrust sensitive shipment data to third-party networks, thereby directly limiting the market's reach and stalling the widespread deployment of transport management technologies.

Market Trends

The implementation of Carbon Footprint Analytics for Green Logistics Compliance is emerging as a critical priority as regulatory frameworks and stakeholder expectations for sustainability tighten. Companies are increasingly utilizing advanced telematics and emissions monitoring software to accurately calculate Scope 3 emissions and refine fleet operations for minimized environmental impact. This trend represents a shift from simple reporting to active carbon management, where real-time data guides decisions on vehicle electrification and route planning to meet net-zero targets. According to Geotab's '2024 Sustainability and Impact Report' from March 2025, the number of electric vehicles connected to their telematics network grew by 63% year-over-year, reflecting the increasing reliance on data-driven insights to manage sustainable fleet transitions effectively.

The expansion of Autonomous Freight Vehicle and Drone Integration Capabilities is fundamentally altering both long-haul and last-mile delivery dynamics by addressing chronic labor shortages and enhancing operational efficiency. Logistics providers are integrating self-driving trucks into highway freight corridors to maximize uptime and consistency, while simultaneously testing drone networks to speed up urban deliveries. This transition toward autonomy enables continuous 24/7 operations, significantly reducing transit times and human errors associated with fatigue. As noted by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency in their January 2025 'State of Autonomous Trucking in 2025' report, the launch of the first fully autonomous freight corridor in March 2024 resulted in a 25% reduction in transit times, demonstrating the tangible efficiency gains driving this technological adoption.

Key Market Players

Kuehne + Nagel
DSV
Schenker Aktiengesellschaft
Nippon Express Holdings, Inc
CEVA Logistics
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc
C.H. Robinson
Geodis

Report Scope

In this report, the Global Freight Transport Management Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Freight Transport Management Market, By Transportation Mode

Roadways
Railways
Marine
Airways

Freight Transport Management Market, By Offering

Solutions
Services

Freight Transport Management Market, By Deployment Mode

Cloud or Hosted
On Premise

Freight Transport Management Market, By Organization Size

Large Enterprises
SME'S

Freight Transport Management Market, By Industry

Manufacturing
Retail & E-Commerce
Transportation
Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
Healthcare
Food & Beverages
Oil & Gas
Energy & Utility
Electronics
Automotive
IT & Telecom
Others

Freight Transport Management Market, By Region

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Freight Transport Management Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Freight Transport Management Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Transportation Mode (Roadways, Railways, Marine, Airways)
- 5.2.2. By Offering (Solutions, Services)
- 5.2.3. By Deployment Mode (Cloud or Hosted, On Premise)
- 5.2.4. By Organization Size (Large Enterprises, SME'S)
- 5.2.5. By Industry (Manufacturing, Retail & E-Commerce, Transportation, Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Healthcare, Food & Beverages, Oil & Gas, Energy & Utility, Electronics, Automotive, IT & Telecom, Others)
- 5.2.6. By Region
- 5.2.7. By Company (2025)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Freight Transport Management Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Transportation Mode
- 6.2.2. By Offering
- 6.2.3. By Deployment Mode
- 6.2.4. By Organization Size
- 6.2.5. By Industry
- 6.2.6. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Offering
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 6.3.1.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 6.3.1.2.5. By Industry
- 6.3.2. Canada Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Offering
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 6.3.2.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 6.3.2.2.5. By Industry
- 6.3.3. Mexico Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Offering
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 6.3.3.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 6.3.3.2.5. By Industry

7. Europe Freight Transport Management Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Transportation Mode
- 7.2.2. By Offering
- 7.2.3. By Deployment Mode
- 7.2.4. By Organization Size
- 7.2.5. By Industry
- 7.2.6. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Offering
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.1.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.1.2.5. By Industry
- 7.3.2. France Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Offering
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.2.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.2.2.5. By Industry
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Offering
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.3.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.3.2.5. By Industry
- 7.3.4. Italy Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Offering
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.4.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.4.2.5. By Industry
- 7.3.5. Spain Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Offering
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.5.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 7.3.5.2.5. By Industry

8. Asia Pacific Freight Transport Management Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Transportation Mode
- 8.2.2. By Offering
- 8.2.3. By Deployment Mode
- 8.2.4. By Organization Size
- 8.2.5. By Industry
- 8.2.6. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Offering
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.1.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.1.2.5. By Industry
- 8.3.2. India Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Offering
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.2.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.2.2.5. By Industry
- 8.3.3. Japan Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Offering
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.3.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.3.2.5. By Industry
- 8.3.4. South Korea Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Offering
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.4.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.4.2.5. By Industry
- 8.3.5. Australia Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Offering
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.5.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 8.3.5.2.5. By Industry

9. Middle East & Africa Freight Transport Management Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Transportation Mode
- 9.2.2. By Offering
- 9.2.3. By Deployment Mode
- 9.2.4. By Organization Size
- 9.2.5. By Industry
- 9.2.6. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Offering
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 9.3.1.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 9.3.1.2.5. By Industry
- 9.3.2. UAE Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Offering
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 9.3.2.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 9.3.2.2.5. By Industry
- 9.3.3. South Africa Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Offering
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 9.3.3.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 9.3.3.2.5. By Industry

10. South America Freight Transport Management Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Transportation Mode
- 10.2.2. By Offering
- 10.2.3. By Deployment Mode
- 10.2.4. By Organization Size
- 10.2.5. By Industry
- 10.2.6. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Offering
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 10.3.1.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 10.3.1.2.5. By Industry
- 10.3.2. Colombia Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Offering
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 10.3.2.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 10.3.2.2.5. By Industry
- 10.3.3. Argentina Freight Transport Management Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Transportation Mode
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Offering
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By Deployment Mode
    - 10.3.3.2.4. By Organization Size
    - 10.3.3.2.5. By Industry

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Freight Transport Management Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Kuehne + Nagel
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
15.2. DSV
15.3. Schenker Aktiengesellschaft
15.4. Nippon Express Holdings, Inc
15.5. CEVA Logistics
15.6. Expeditors International of Washington, Inc
15.7. C.H. Robinson
15.8. Geodis