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

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Contract Logistics Market Report 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 (Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Rest of GCC). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecast in Values (USD) for all the Above Segments.

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

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Contract Logistics Market Size

GCC Contract Logistics Market Summary
Study Period 2021 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 9.75 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 13.68 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 7.00 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

GCC Contract Logistics Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Contract Logistics Analysis

The GCC Contract Logistics Market size is estimated at USD 9.75 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 13.68 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The GCC's contract logistics market is expanding rapidly, driven by urbanization, economic development, and a growing middle-class population. This demographic shift has fueled increased domestic consumption, spanning fast-moving consumer goods, personal automobiles, household items, and luxury goods, particularly in the retail sector. Governments across the GCC are pivotal in fostering this growth, spearheading initiatives such as new policies, infrastructure development, and overall logistics sector support. For instance, the Saudi Cabinet's recent approval of a land transport law is poised to catalyze the logistics sector's growth, emphasizing streamlined procedures, enhanced road safety, and bolstered service quality.

The UAE, deeply entrenched in multilateral and bilateral trade agreements, boasts robust economic ties within the GCC, notably with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman. Through agreements like the Greater Arab Free Trade Area (GAFTA), the UAE enjoys free trade access with a wide array of nations, including Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, and more. Furthermore, the UAE has been actively expanding its trade agreements, aiming to bolster economic cooperation, diversify its economy, and foster sustainable development.

The UAE Ministry of Economy recently unveiled the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) signed with India, with ambitious targets to elevate bilateral trade from USD 60 billion to USD 100 billion within the next 5 years. Key sectors poised to benefit immediately from this agreement span oil & gas, petrochemicals, textiles, and more.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Global Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (GSCRI) is a strategic move to attract investments, both local and international, into the supply chain sector. With a target of raising SR40 billion (USD 10.64 billion) in its initial two years, the initiative offers substantial financial and non-financial incentives. The overarching goal is to elevate the transport and logistics sector's contribution to the national GDP to 10% by 2030, with non-oil earnings projected to bolster the state's budget by approximately SAR 45 billion. Additionally, Saudi Arabia is eyeing a significant increase in international aircraft routes, aiming to surpass 250 by 2030.

Bahrain, in a bid to diversify its economy, has launched the region's fastest sea-to-air logistics hub. This strategic move, aimed at cutting costs by 40% and reducing container turnaround times, leverages Bahrain's strategic location between Europe and Asia, enhancing its appeal as a multi-modal trans-shipment hub.

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Contract Logistics Industry Overview

The GCC contract logistics market is extremely fragmented. Some of the major players in the market are Agility Logistics, Gulf Warehousing Company QPSC (GWC), Al-Futtaim Logistics, Almajdouie Logistics Co. LLC, and CEVA Logistics. The contract logistics market is getting a lot of traction in the GCC region. It is often regarded as the best way for businesses to handle the growing cross-border flow of commodities while extending their logistical processes. The market is being driven by cost reduction, the availability of specialized service providers, the presence of industrial zones, and expanding industrialization.

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Contract Logistics Market Leaders

  1. Agility Logistics Pvt. Ltd

  2. Gulf Warehousing Company QPSC (GWC)

  3. Al Futtaim Logistics

  4. Almajdouie Logistics Co. LLC

  5. Ceva Logistics

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
GCC Contract Logistics Market Concentration
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Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Contract Logistics Market News

  • March 2023: Kuwaiti logistics specialist Agility has formed a joint venture with the development arm of Hassan Allam Holding to build and run warehouses in Egypt. The venture, Yanmu, is due to open its first logistics park in August with an initial investment of about USD 100 million, Agility said in a stock market filing. The development, a 270,000sq m site about 10 miles from Cairo airport, will be part-financed by equity and debt.
  • February 2023: Denmark-headquartered DSV has already expanded in Bahrain three times. Now, the logistics company is planning a fourth expansion to further service Gulf markets. The new facility in Bahrain represents an USD 18m investment by DSV, and is the company's second expansion in the country in just three years.

GCC Contract Logistics Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 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
    • 4.2.1.1 Increase in Trade Activities
    • 4.2.1.2 Growth in the manufacturing industry
    • 4.2.2 Restraints
    • 4.2.2.1 Regulatory Challenges
    • 4.2.3 Opportunities
    • 4.2.3.1 Adoptive of Advanced Technology
  • 4.3 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.3.2 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.3.4 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.4 Value Chain/Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.5 Government Regulations and Initiatives
  • 4.6 Technological Trends
  • 4.7 Insights on E-commerce Industry in the Region (Domestic and Cross-border)
  • 4.8 Insights on 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 Insights on Free Trade Zones in GCC
  • 4.12 Impact of COVID-19

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 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.3.2 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.3.3 Qatar
    • 5.3.4 Rest of GCC

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Overview (Market Concentration, Major Players)
  • 6.2 Company Profiles (Mergers, Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements)
    • 6.2.1 Agility Logistics Pvt. Ltd
    • 6.2.2 Ceva Logistics
    • 6.2.3 Yusen Logistics Co. Ltd
    • 6.2.4 Hellmann Worldwide Logistics GmbH & Co. KG
    • 6.2.5 DB Schenker
    • 6.2.6 Gulf Warehousing Company QPSC (GWC)
    • 6.2.7 Al Futtaim Logistics
    • 6.2.8 Mac World Logistics LLC
    • 6.2.9 Almajdouie Logistics Co. LLC
    • 6.2.10 Deutsche Post DHL Group (DHL Supply Chain)*
  • 6.3 Other Companies (Key Information/Overview)
    • 6.3.1 Al Naboodah Group Enterprises, Hala Supply Chain Services, Mohebi Logistics, Integrated National Logistics, Global Shipping & Logistics, United Parcel Service Inc., Globus Logistics, Al-Jabri Logistics, LSC Logistics and Warehousing Co.*

7. FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET

8. APPENDIX

  • 8.1 GDP Distribution, by Activity for Key Countries
  • 8.2 Insights on Capital Flows
  • 8.3 External Trade Statistics - Export and Import, by Product
  • 8.4 Inisghts on Key Export Destinations
  • 8.5 Insight on Key Import Origins
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Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Contract Logistics Industry Segmentation

Contract logistics involves a sustained partnership that encompasses a broad spectrum of services, starting from the transportation of goods or spare parts to their ultimate delivery to the end customer. This entails possessing all essential resources, such as warehouses, skilled personnel, appropriate equipment, inventory management, shipment tracking, and post-sales support. Outsourcing resource management tasks to a third-party organization is known as contract logistics. Contract logistics businesses do tasks to develop and plan supply chains, design facilities, warehousing, deliver and distribute goods, process orders and collect payments, maintain inventory, and provide certain aspects of customer support.

A comprehensive background analysis of the GCC Contract Logistics Market, covering the current market trends, restraints, technological updates, and detailed information on various segments and the competitive landscape of the industry. The impact of COVID-19 has also been incorporated and considered during the study.

The GCC 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 By Country (Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Rest of GCC). The report offers market size and forecasts for the GCC contract logistics market in value (USD) 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 Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Qatar
Rest of GCC
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GCC Contract Logistics Market Research Faqs

How big is the GCC Contract Logistics Market?

The GCC Contract Logistics Market size is expected to reach USD 9.75 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 7% to reach USD 13.68 billion by 2030.

What is the current GCC Contract Logistics Market size?

In 2025, the GCC Contract Logistics Market size is expected to reach USD 9.75 billion.

Who are the key players in GCC Contract Logistics Market?

Agility Logistics Pvt. Ltd, Gulf Warehousing Company QPSC (GWC), Al Futtaim Logistics, Almajdouie Logistics Co. LLC and Ceva Logistics are the major companies operating in the GCC Contract Logistics Market.

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

In 2024, the GCC Contract Logistics Market size was estimated at USD 9.07 billion. The report covers the GCC Contract Logistics Market historical market size for years: 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the GCC Contract Logistics Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.