Europe Inbound Logistics Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Service, By End Use, By Mode of Transportation, By Country and Growth Forecast, 2024 - 2031

The Europe Inbound Logistics Market is expected to witness market growth of 7.0% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031).

The Germany market dominated the Europe Inbound Logistics Market by country in 2023, and is expected to continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $139.55 billion by 2031. The UK market is exhibiting a CAGR of 5.9% during 2024-2031. Additionally, the France market is expected to experience a CAGR of 7.8% during 2024-2031.



These logistics is central in several key sectors, each with unique challenges and requirements. In the manufacturing sector, these logistics ensures the timely delivery of raw materials, machinery, and components needed for production. For example, automotive manufacturers rely on a steady supply of parts such as engines, tires, and electronic components.

Retailers, especially those in e-commerce, depend on these logistics to receive finished goods from suppliers and manufacturers. Managing the inbound flow of products ensures that shelves are stocked with the right merchandise and warehouses have adequate stock levels for online orders. Retailers increasingly integrate sophisticated inbound logistics systems to ensure their supply chains are agile and responsive to fluctuating consumer demand.

The logistics sector in Europe, particularly in road freight transport, plays a crucial role in shaping the market. According to Eurostat, in 2023, the EU witnessed substantial volumes in road freight transport, with over 13.2 billion tonnes of goods and 1.85 trillion tonne-kilometres transported. Notably, the food products, beverages, and tobacco sectors dominated road freight transport, accounting for 308 billion tonne-kilometers. Additionally, Germany emerged as the leader in tonnes transported within its territory. These factors highlight the growing significance of road freight in Europe’s supply chain operations, which drives the evolution of the market across the region. The robust growth in road freight transport in Europe directly impacts the market by increasing demand for logistics services that can efficiently manage the higher volume of goods entering and transiting through the region. The substantial share of food products, beverages, and tobacco in the freight mix highlights the need for specialized logistics solutions in temperature-controlled transportation, warehousing, and just-in-time delivery systems to maintain product integrity and meet consumer demand. Therefore, overall, the rise in road freight transport volumes in Europe creates an expanding and evolving market.

List of Key Companies Profiled

• DSV A/S
• Kuehne + Nagel International AG (Kuehne Holding AG)
• XPO, Inc.
• Deutsche Bahn AG (DB Schenker)
• FedEx Corporation
• C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.
• A.P. Moller - Maersk A/S
• Burris Logistics
• Nippon Express Co., Ltd.
• Ryder System, Inc.

Market Report Segmentation

By Service

• Transportation
• Warehousing & Storage
• Inventory Management
• Procurement Services
• Other Service

By End Use

• Retail & e-commerce
• Manufacturing
• Automotive
• Food & beverage
• Electronics
• Pharmaceuticals
• Other End Use

By Mode of Transportation

• Road
• Rail
• Sea
• Air

By Country

• Germany
• UK
• France
• Russia
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe