Germany Freight and Logistics Industry Overview with Size and Forecast Highlights 2033

Germany Freight and Logistics Market Analysis 2025

Market Size in 2024: USD 213.7 Billion

Market Forecast in 2033: USD 325.1 Billion

Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 4.40%

The Germany freight and logistics market reached USD 213.7 Billion in 2024 and is projected to grow steadily, reaching USD 325.1 Billion by 2033. The market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 4.40% during 2025-2033, supported by sustainable transport initiatives, strong industrial output, and the country’s central role in European trade.

Growth Drivers of the Germany Freight and Logistics Market

Sustainable Transport and Electric Truck Adoption

Germany is promoting green logistics in Europe. Maersk announced the purchase of 25 Volvo FH electric trucks in 2024 for the purpose of decarbonizing hinterland container transport in Germany. The project is aligned to Germany's climate targets and the EU plan of becoming climate neutral by 2050. The Hamburg authorities funded €18 million toward the public transport autonomous vehicle project. The project received funds from the Federal Ministry for Transport and is a component of the country's work to decarbonize freight transport. More money for electric vehicles and autonomous trucks should transform the country's freight transport sector soon.

Rising Fuel Prices and EU Carbon Pricing Transition

Germany, the world's biggest natural gas importer, expects meaningful fuel price increases due to EU ETS (ETS II), which from 2027 will cover transport and buildings, which could create a price increase of €0.38 on petrol per liter and €0.03 on natural gas per kilowatt hour starting in 2026 according to Clean Energy Wire. Many logistic companies have already moved to a fixed-price carbon scheme, but it is the move to trading schemes and regulation that will drive industry enhancements such as optimizing transport routes, producing more fuel efficient vehicle fleets, and switching to alternative energy sources.

Strong Transport Infrastructure and Industrial Output

Outstanding quality transport infrastructure forms the basis of German logistics. This includes over 13000 km of Autobahn, wide-ranging railway networks for freight transport, and the Ports of Hamburg and Bremerhaven and Frankfurt Airport, a major hub for high-value international airfreight. The connection of the various modes of transport between them is achieved through multimodal links. The German industrial base, particularly automotive and chemicals and machinery, creates a virtually unbroken demand for freight. In just-in-time operations the automotive supply chain relies on highly reliable logistics, making freight a key element of the overall logistics infrastructure. Its infrastructure and industrial production form the basis of the German logistics industry.

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Germany Freight and Logistics Market Segmentation

Analysis by Logistics Function

• Courier, Express and Parcel
  • By Destination Type
• • Domestic
  • International
• Freight Forwarding
  • By Mode of Transport
• • Air
  • Sea and Inland Waterways
  • Others
• Freight Transport
  • By Mode of Transport
• • Air
  • Pipelines
  • Rail
  • Road
  • Sea and Inland Waterways
• Warehousing and Storage
  • By Temperature Control
• • Non-Temperature Controlled
  • Temperature Controlled
• Others

Analysis by End Use Industry

• Agriculture, Fishing and Forestry
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Oil and Gas, Mining and Quarrying
• Wholesale and Retail Trade
• Others

Analysis by Region

• Western Germany
• Southern Germany
• Eastern Germany
• Northern Germany

Competitive Landscape

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.

Germany Freight and Logistics Market News

• June 2025: Germany’s transport logistics trade fair opened in Munich, featuring 2,670 exhibitors from over 70 countries, highlighting digital solutions and decarbonization.
• January 2025: Rheinmetall secured a Bundeswehr contract worth over €330 Million to deliver 568 military logistics vehicles, with deliveries continuing into 2026.
• January 2024: Dachser launched "Targo on-site fix" across Europe, enhancing B2C delivery flexibility for omnichannel retail.
• January 2024: Kuehne + Nagel introduced its Book & Claim insetting solution for electric vehicles, allowing customers to claim carbon reductions in road freight.
• German authorities continued investments in autonomous vehicle programs and sustainable logistics infrastructure to strengthen the sector’s competitiveness.

Key highlights of the Report:

• Market Performance (2019-2024)
• Market Outlook (2025-2033)
• COVID-19 Impact on the Market
• Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
• Strategic Recommendations
• Historical, Current and Future Market Trends
• Market Drivers and Success Factors
• SWOT Analysis
• Structure of the Market
• Value Chain Analysis
• Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape

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