North America Contract Logistics Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers North America Contract Warehousing Companies and it is segmented by Type (Outsourced and Insourced), End User (Manufacturing and Automotive, Consumer Goods and Retail, High-Tech, Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals, and Other End Users), and Country. The report offers market size and forecasts in Values (USD billion) for all the above segments.

North America Contract Logistics Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

North America Contract Logistics Market Size

North America Contract Logistics Market Summary
Study Period 2020 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 161.52 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 177.03 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 1.85 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

North America Contract Logistics Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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North America Contract Logistics Market Analysis

The North America Contract Logistics Market size is estimated at USD 161.52 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 177.03 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 1.85% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • Infrastructure development, digitization, and industrialization are all results of increasing government initiatives for economic diversification. They will probably expand the e-commerce and contract logistics markets, creating a big need for contract logistics services. Several non-asset newcomers are joining current companies as a result of the increase in foreign direct investments (FDIs), the rapid expansion of the e-commerce industry, and the emphasis on risk management in supply chains.
  • Additional factors that contribute to market expansion include the manufacturing sector's quick expansion and focus on core competencies, the rising demand for work optimization, achieving cost efficiency, and technological supply chain integrations. The contract logistics industry will not develop because of some constraints and challenges. For instance, managing logistical databases is difficult due to factors including potential misconceptions that lead to inaccurate interpretations of facts, data, and information. Regional disparities and the complexity of the supply chain have a detrimental impact on the process as a whole since there aren't enough experienced people to understand and address problems so that transparency is maintained.
  • In 2022, the United States saw a sharp rise in warehouse space rental from regional logistics players in recent years. Retailers are increasingly outsourcing more of their services as a result of rising service requirements like e-commerce and same-day delivery.
  • The pandemic's impact on global supply chains put the United States' whole supply chain under unprecedented pressure and exposed long-standing issues with its freight transportation system. Delays and a highly unbalanced flow of products to American ports were caused by interruptions in manufacturing and port closures. More inbound freight arrived at ports as a result of cargo owners switching to "just-incase" inventory plans rather than "just-in-time" methods, which put a strain on storage capacity. The system experienced a significant boost in flow as a result, with each of America's four largest container ports exceeding their prior records and importing over 16% more containers in 2021 than in 2020.

North America Contract Logistics Industry Overview

The North American contract logistics business is fragmented, with many different players competing for customers and offering services at different price points. Some of the major participants in the market are DHL, XPO Logistics, UPS, FedEx, DB Schenker, and Ryder Systems. To establish a presence in the market, the businesses are following the trends of consolidation and expansion.

North America Contract Logistics Market Leaders

  1. Deutsche Post DHL Group (DHL Supply Chain)

  2. United Parcel Service Inc. (UPS Supply Chain Solutions)

  3. FedEx Corporation (FedEx Supply Chain)

  4. XPO Logistics Inc.

  5. Penske Logistics Inc.

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
North America Contract Logistics Market Concentration
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North America Contract Logistics Market News

  • Jun 2022: DHL Supply Chain, in contract logistics in the Americas and a division of Deutsche Post DHL Group, revealed that LocusBots from Locus Robotics had selected more than 100 million units in its North American facilities. The achievement was made at the DHL facility in Hanover Township, Pennsylvania, while completing orders for a significant clothes retailer. The facility where the milestone was reached is one of over a dozen DHL locations in North America that employ more than 2,000 LocusBots-more than any other contract logistics provider.
  • Feb 2022: The Life Sciences and Healthcare (LSHC) sector of Deutsche Post DHL Group announced that it would invest upwards of USD 400 million to increase the footprint of its pharmaceutical and medical device distribution network by 27% this year, or nearly 3 million additional square feet. DHL Supply Chain is the industry leader in global and North American contract logistics. DHL Supply Chain's latest investment comprises six additional US sites by the end of 2022 with the ultimate goal of bringing essential healthcare supplies closer to business partners and patients. The investment covers the costs of fitting out and launching new or enlarged activities, as well as investing in new structures and technologies.

North America Contract Logistics Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Deliverables
  • 1.2 Study Assumptions
  • 1.3 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  • 2.1 Analysis Methodology
  • 2.2 Research Phases

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS AND INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Current Market Scenario
  • 4.2 Market Dynamics
    • 4.2.1 Drivers
    • 4.2.2 Restraints
    • 4.2.3 Opportunities
  • 4.3 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • 4.4 Value Chain/Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.5 Government Regulations and Initiatives
  • 4.6 Technological Trends
  • 4.7 Insights into the E-commerce Industry in the Region (Domestic and Cross-border)
  • 4.8 Insights into Contract Logistics in the Context of After-Sales/Reverse Logistics
  • 4.9 Brief on Different Services Provided by Contract Logistics Players (Integrated Warehousing and Transportation, Supply Chain Services, and Other Value-added Services)
  • 4.10 Spotlight - Freight Transportation Costs/Freight Rates
  • 4.11 Effect of the Shift from NAFTA to USMCA on the Transport and Logistics Industry
  • 4.12 Impact of COVID-19 on the Contract Logistics Market

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Type
    • 5.1.1 Insourced
    • 5.1.2 Outsourced
  • 5.2 By End User
    • 5.2.1 Manufacturing and Automotive
    • 5.2.2 Consumer Goods and Retail
    • 5.2.3 High-tech
    • 5.2.4 Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
    • 5.2.5 Other End Users
  • 5.3 By Country
    • 5.3.1 United States
    • 5.3.2 Canada
    • 5.3.3 Mexico

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Overview (Market Concentration, Major Players)
  • 6.2 Company Profiles (Mergers, Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements)
    • 6.2.1 Deutsche Post DHL Group (DHL Supply Chain)
    • 6.2.2 United Parcel Service Inc. (UPS Supply Chain Solutions)
    • 6.2.3 FedEx Corporation (FedEx Supply Chain)
    • 6.2.4 Kuehne + Nagel International AG
    • 6.2.5 XPO Logistics Inc.
    • 6.2.6 Ryder System Inc.
    • 6.2.7 J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc.
    • 6.2.8 DB Schenker
    • 6.2.9 CEVA Logistics
    • 6.2.10 Geodis
    • 6.2.11 Penske Logistics Inc.
    • 6.2.12 Hellmann Worldwide Logistics GmbH & Co. KG
    • 6.2.13 Americold
    • 6.2.14 Schnedier National*
  • 6.3 Other Companies (Key Information/Overview)
    • 6.3.1 Neovia Logistics Services LLC
    • 6.3.2 TIBA
    • 6.3.3 Yusen Logistics Co. Ltd
    • 6.3.4 PiVAL International
    • 6.3.5 SCI*

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

8. APPENDIX

  • 8.1 GDP Distribution, by Activity for Key Countries
  • 8.2 Insights into Capital Flows
  • 8.3 External Trade Statistics - Export and Import, by Product
  • 8.4 Insights into Key Export Destinations
  • 8.5 Insights into Key Import Origins
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NAFTA - North American Free Trade Agreement, USMCA - United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement
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North America Contract Logistics Industry Segmentation

Contract logistics is a long-term partnership that covers various services, from shipping goods or replacement parts to delivering final goods to customers. Every stage of distribution and final delivery is handled by the logistics contract's provider.

The North American Contract Logistics Market is segmented by Type (Outsourced and Insourced), End User (Manufacturing and Automotive, Consumer Goods and Retail, High-Tech, Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals, and Other End Users), and Country. The report offers market size and forecasts in Values (USD billion) for all the above segments.

By Type Insourced
Outsourced
By End User Manufacturing and Automotive
Consumer Goods and Retail
High-tech
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
Other End Users
By Country United States
Canada
Mexico
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North America Contract Logistics Market Research FAQs

How big is the North America Contract Logistics Market?

The North America Contract Logistics Market size is expected to reach USD 161.52 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 1.85% to reach USD 177.03 billion by 2030.

What is the current North America Contract Logistics Market size?

In 2025, the North America Contract Logistics Market size is expected to reach USD 161.52 billion.

Who are the key players in North America Contract Logistics Market?

Deutsche Post DHL Group (DHL Supply Chain), United Parcel Service Inc. (UPS Supply Chain Solutions), FedEx Corporation (FedEx Supply Chain), XPO Logistics Inc. and Penske Logistics Inc. are the major companies operating in the North America Contract Logistics Market.

What years does this North America Contract Logistics Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the North America Contract Logistics Market size was estimated at USD 158.53 billion. The report covers the North America Contract Logistics Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the North America Contract Logistics Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

North America Contract Logistics Industry Report

The North America Contract Warehousing Companies report provides an in-depth industry analysis, offering a comprehensive industry overview and market outlook. The report is segmented by type, end user, and country, covering a wide range of industry information. It includes insights on market share, market size, and market growth, providing valuable market data and industry statistics.

The industry report highlights the market segmentation in terms of outsourced and insourced warehousing services, along with key end users such as manufacturing, automotive, consumer goods, retail, high-tech, healthcare, and pharmaceuticals. The report also delves into the market value and industry trends, offering a detailed market forecast and market predictions up to the forecast period.

The report example includes a free report PDF download, which offers a historical overview and market review, focusing on industry growth and market leaders. The industry outlook and market overview sections provide a thorough look at the market dynamics, including the growth rate and industry sales.

The research companies involved have conducted extensive industry research to compile this report, ensuring that it is a valuable resource for understanding the market trends and industry size. The report also includes a market forecast outlook, providing insights into future market conditions and helping stakeholders make informed decisions.