United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market is estimated to reach USD 135.23 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 3.79%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market, including market size and trends, product mix, distribution channels, and supplier analysis. Contract logistics companies manage supply chain development and planning, facility construction, warehousing, delivery and distribution, order processing and payment processing, inventory management, and some customer service duties. This is the procedure for delegating resource management-related tasks to outside service providers. The rise in retail e-commerce has created a significant demand for contract logistics services.
- July 2023: CEVA Logistics expects to transition to 100% low-carbon electricity by 2025 for all of its freight warehouses and contract logistics. A combination of low-carbon electricity purchases from nearby utilities (nuclear and renewable) and increased electricity generation from rooftop solar panels will support the pledge; by 2025, CEVA plans to triple its electricity generation from solar power. By 2023, CEVA also wanted all warehouse facilities to have 100% LED illumination.
- April 2023: Maersk has signed a new lease for 685,000 square feet, or roughly 63,000 square meters, at SEGRO Logistics Park East Midlands Gateway, expanding its network of warehouses throughout the United Kingdom. Currently, A.P. Møller - Maersk A/S runs warehouses in Doncaster, Tamworth, and Kettering, UK.
Market Opportunities and Challenges
Opportunities: The logistics sector in the UK is the most developed in all of Europe. This might not alter because of the diversity and rising popularity of e-commerce, which boosts demand for contract logistics services and benefits the contract logistics sector. The growth of e-commerce is causing logistics firms to diversify their offerings.
The expansion of transportation networks, the intricacy of global supply chains, technological breakthroughs, and the emergence of e-commerce have all contributed to the development and evolution of contract logistics in the United Kingdom.
Challenges: The contract logistics sector in the UK is dealing with a number of challenges arising from both internal and external sources. The uncertainty surrounding Brexit and its effects on trade agreements, customs processes, and regulatory frameworks is one major concern. Supply chain activities are becoming more complex, more expensive, and have logistical disruptions as a result of this uncertainty. Furthermore, the explosive rise of e-commerce has fundamentally changed customer behaviour, increasing the pressure on logistics companies to deliver items on time and effectively. In order to meet these expectations and adjust to the rapidly changing digital and automation world, investments in infrastructure, technology, and staff training are necessary.
Market Competitive Landscape
The market is a little fragmented, with many domestic and foreign companies operating in it. Some of the major participants are UPS, Wincanton, Clipper Logistics, DHL Supply Chain, and others. As businesses strive to get a stronger foothold in both the domestic and global markets, the industry is undergoing expansions, mergers, and acquisitions.
cope of the Report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2020-2033 |
| Base year considered | 2023 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2033 |
| Segments covered | By Type, By End User
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| Regions covered | Eastern Region, Southern Region, Northern Region, Western Region
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| Companies Covered | CEVA Logistics, Clipper Logistics, DHL Supply Chain, Eddie Sobert, EV Cargo, FedEx, Rhenus Logistics, UPS, Wincanton, XP Supply Chain, Others.
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COVID-19 Impact on United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
The COVID-19 epidemic has created opportunities and problems for the contract logistics business in the United Kingdom. At first, there was a great deal of turmoil brought about by the widespread lockdowns and the interruptions to global supply chains. This resulted in a decline in demand for specific products and services, especially in sectors like retail, automotive, and manufacturing. Many logistics companies were forced to modify their operations, decrease staff, or even temporarily cease operations as a result of the decline in volumes and revenue. On the other hand, as the pandemic spread, demand for some contract logistics services increased.
Key Target Audience:
- Manufacturers
- Retailers
- E-commerce Companies
- Third-party Logistics Providers
- Freight Forwarders
- Wholesale Distributors
- Pharmaceutical Companies
Our in-depth analysis of the United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market includes the following segments:
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By Type: |
Insourced
Outsourced
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By End User:
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Manufacturing and Automotive
Consumer Goods and Retail
Pharmaceutics and Healthcare
Hi-tech
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By Region: |
Eastern Region
Southern Region
Northern Region
Western Region
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Key Topics Covered in the Report:
- United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Size (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Overview of United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
- Segmentation of United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market By Type (Insourced, Outsourced)
- Segmentation of United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market By End User (Manufacturing and Automotive, Consumer Goods and Retail, Pharmaceutics and Healthcare, Hi-tech, Others)
- Expansion Analysis of United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
- Problems and Obstacles in United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
- Competitive Landscape in the United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
- Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
- Details on Current Investment in United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
- Competitive Analysis of United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
- Prominent Players in the United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
- SWOT Analysis of United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
- United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research data source
2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPER’s internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOL’s
2.2. Market size estimation
2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges
4.2. COVID-19 Impacts of the United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
5. Market variable and outlook
5.1. SWOT Analysis
5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats
5.2. PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape
5.3. PORTER’s Five Forces
5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
6.1. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market
7. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market, By Type (USD Million)
7.1. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Value Share and Forecast, By Type, 2024-2033
7.2. Insourced
7.3. Outsourced
8. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market, By End User (USD Million)
8.1. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Value Share and Forecast, By End User, 2024-2033
8.2. Manufacturing and Automotive
8.3. Consumer Goods and Retail
8.4. Pharmaceutics and Healthcare
8.5. Hi-tech
8.6. Others
9. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Forecast, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
9.1. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Size and Market Share
10. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market, By Type, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
10.1. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Size and Market Share By Type (2020-2026)
10.2. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Size and Market Share By Type (2027-2033)
11. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market, By End User, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
11.1. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Size and Market Share By End User (2020-2026)
11.2. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Size and Market Share By End User (2027-2033)
12. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market, By Region, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
12.1. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Size and Market Share By Region (2020-2026)
12.2. United Kingdom Contract Logistics Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
12.3. Eastern Region
12.4. Southern Region
12.5. Northern Region
12.6. Western Region
13. Company Profile
13.1. CEVA Logistics
13.1.1. Company details
13.1.2. Financial outlook
13.1.3. Product summary
13.1.4. Recent developments
13.2. Clipper Logistics
13.2.1. Company details
13.2.2. Financial outlook
13.2.3. Product summary
13.2.4. Recent developments
13.3. DHL Supply Chain
13.3.1. Company details
13.3.2. Financial outlook
13.3.3. Product summary
13.3.4. Recent developments
13.4. Eddie Sobert
13.4.1. Company details
13.4.2. Financial outlook
13.4.3. Product summary
13.4.4. Recent developments
13.5. EV Cargo
13.5.1. Company details
13.5.2. Financial outlook
13.5.3. Product summary
13.5.4. Recent developments
13.6. FedEx
13.6.1. Company details
13.6.2. Financial outlook
13.6.3. Product summary
13.6.4. Recent developments
13.7. Rhenus Logistics
13.7.1. Company details
13.7.2. Financial outlook
13.7.3. Product summary
13.7.4. Recent developments
13.8. UPS
13.8.1. Company details
13.8.2. Financial outlook
13.8.3. Product summary
13.8.4. Recent developments
13.9. Wincanton
13.9.1. Company details
13.9.2. Financial outlook
13.9.3. Product summary
13.9.4. Recent developments
13.10. XP Supply Chain
13.10.1. Company details
13.10.2. Financial outlook
13.10.3. Product summary
13.10.4. Recent developments
13.11. Others
14. List of Abbreviations
15. Reference Links
16. Conclusion
17. Research Scope
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