Qatar 3PL Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers Top Logistics Companies in Qatar and the Market is Segmented by Type (Domestic Transportation Management, International Transportation Management, and Value-added Warehousing and Distribution), and by End-Users (Manufacturing & Automotive, Oil, Gas & Chemicals, Distributive Trade, Pharma & Healthcare, Construction, and Other End-users). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of (USD Billion) for all the above segments.

Qatar 3PL Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Qatar Third Party Logistics (3PL) Market Size

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Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Summary
Study Period 2020 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Historical Data Period 2020 - 2023
CAGR 5.00 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Qatar Third Party Logistics (3PL) Market Analysis

The Qatar Third-Party Logistics Market is expected to register a CAGR of greater than 5% during the forecast period.

  • Qatar's economy undoubtedly experienced some challenges throughout 2020 and the first half of 2021, due to the dual shock of the drop in oil prices and the impact of the pandemic, which led to an overall decline in economic output of -3.7%. This also had a similar impact on 3PL sector in the country. However, the rise in the eCommerce sector during the pandemic had a positive impact on the market. The economic recovery is now gaining pace supported by a range of factors, including energy price recovery, which will contribute to 3PL market as well.
  • The fact that the country is one of the largest LNG suppliers in the world has supported the growth of the logistics market. Moreover, the country's LNG expansion plans and growth in the eCommerce sector are expected to support the growth of the 3PL market through the forecast period. Qatar tops all GCC countries for domestic logistics and is the 7th most competitive of the world's leading emerging markets, a performance driven by its strong business conditions and digital readiness.
  • The country's strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and experienced workforce make it an ideal partner for businesses that need to move goods around the globe. Therefore, many businesses are partnering with transport and logistics companies in Qatar. Qatar's transportation and logistics sector is proliferating, and the government is investing heavily in developing the country's infrastructure. This is making it an increasingly attractive destination for businesses that need to transport goods internationally.
  • Qatar has a strategic location that makes it an ideal partner for transport and logistics companies. The country is situated on major shipping routes and is within easy reach of markets in Asia, Africa, and Europe. Qatar also has world-class infrastructure, including an extensive network of highways, railways, and airports.
  • Qatar is expected to become a global center for technology, life sciences, health care, logistics, and a hub for temperature and time-sensitive commodities with its well-developed airport infrastructure and services. The Qatari government aims to develop the country into a new logistical and regional center, with the country's peninsular geography allowing its ports to offer significant competitive trade advantages, particularly for oil and gas exports. These plans will fuel the market growth. Despite the many benefits of transport and logistics in Qatar, there are also some challenges that could hamper the market growth. These challenges include the high cost of transport and logistics services and the time-consuming process of customs clearance.

Qatar Third Party Logistics (3PL) Industry Overview

The market is fairly fragmented with very few local and many international players active in the market. Some of the major players include BDP International Qatar WLL, Aramex, Falcon Express (FedEx), Links Shipping, and Cargo World contributing as key players in the market. Despite the global shipping sector challenges, the country is emerging as one of the bright spots. Transported volumes are increasing and global carriers are adding more services to the region as demand rises. Being at the midway point of China's Belt and Road project, the country is expected to evidence an increased interest in container terminal developments.

Qatar Third Party Logistics (3PL) Market Leaders

  1. BDP International

  2. Aramex

  3. Falcon Express Services Qatar

  4. Links Shipping

  5. Cargo World

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Concentration
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Qatar Third Party Logistics (3PL) Market News

  • June 2022: GWC (Q.P.S.C.), the leading logistics provider in the State of Qatar, has signed an agreement with Ponticelli Frères Group, by which GWC will handle the freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and transport for Ponticelli in the State of Qatar for a period of three years. The agreement is aimed at enhancing the speed of delivery and efficiency of operations for both Ponticelli and its customers in the State of Qatar. Ponticelli Frères is an independent and family-owned group providing industrial services mainly to companies in the oil and gas, energy, chemical, pharmaceutical, and steelworks sectors.
  • December 2022: GAC Qatar has opened a new sustainably-built 27,000 m2 multi-user contract logistics facility and office building in Ras Bufontas Free Zone, in partnership with Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA), adding to the company's existing infrastructure and boosting customer services and offerings in local and international markets. The new facility features up to 40,000 pallet positions, as well as four temperature and humidity-controlled chambers, to meet the requirements of a wide range of sectors, including food and beverages, fast-moving consumer goods, retail, and telecommunications. It also features 500 m² of dedicated value-added services space and 2,000 m² of mezzanine storage.

Qatar Third Party Logistics (3PL) Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

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 Value Chain / Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.4 Government Regulations and Initiatives
  • 4.5 General Trends in Warehousing Market
  • 4.6 Demand From Other Segments, such as CEP, Last Mile Delivery, Cold Chain Logistics Etc.
  • 4.7 Insights on Ecommerce Business
  • 4.8 Technological Trends
  • 4.9 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • 4.10 Impact of Covid-19 on the Market

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Services
    • 5.1.1 Domestic Transportation Management
    • 5.1.2 International Transportation Management
    • 5.1.3 Value-added Warehousing and Distribution
  • 5.2 By End-User
    • 5.2.1 Manufacturing & Automotive
    • 5.2.2 Oil, Gas & Chemicals
    • 5.2.3 Distributive Trade (Wholesale and Retail trade including e-commerce)
    • 5.2.4 Pharma & Healthcare
    • 5.2.5 Construction
    • 5.2.6 Other End Users

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Overview (market concentration and major players)
  • 6.2 Company Profiles
    • 6.2.1 AMCO Logistics Services
    • 6.2.2 Aramex
    • 6.2.3 BDP International Qatar WLL
    • 6.2.4 Cargo World Freight Services
    • 6.2.5 CEVA Logistics
    • 6.2.6 DHL
    • 6.2.7 Doha Express
    • 6.2.8 Falcon Express (FedEx)
    • 6.2.9 Geodis
    • 6.2.10 Kuehne + Nagel
    • 6.2.11 Links Shipping
    • 6.2.12 Maersk
    • 6.2.13 Panalpina
    • 6.2.14 GAC
    • 6.2.15 GWC*
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. FUTURE OF THE MARKET

8. APPENDIX

  • 8.1 Macroeconomic Indicators (GDP Distribution, by Activity, Contribution of Transport and Storage Sector to economy)
  • 8.2 External Trade Statistics - Exports and Imports, by Product
  • 8.3 Insights into Key Export Destinations and Import Origin Countries
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Qatar Third Party Logistics (3PL) Industry Segmentation

Third-party logistics in logistics and supply chain management is an organization's use of third-party businesses to outsource elements of its distribution, warehousing, and fulfillment services. The Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) market is segmented by Type (Domestic Transportation Management, International Transportation Management, and Value-added Warehousing and Distribution), and by End-Users (Manufacturing & Automotive, Oil, Gas & Chemicals, Distributive Trade, Pharma & Healthcare, Construction, and Other End-users). The report offers market sizes and forecasts (USD Billion) for all the above segments.

By Services Domestic Transportation Management
International Transportation Management
Value-added Warehousing and Distribution
By End-User Manufacturing & Automotive
Oil, Gas & Chemicals
Distributive Trade (Wholesale and Retail trade including e-commerce)
Pharma & Healthcare
Construction
Other End Users
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Qatar Third Party Logistics (3PL) Market Research FAQs

What is the current Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market size?

The Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 5% during the forecast period (2025-2030)

Who are the key players in Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market?

BDP International, Aramex, Falcon Express Services Qatar, Links Shipping and Cargo World are the major companies operating in the Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market.

What years does this Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market cover?

The report covers the Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Qatar 3PL Industry Report

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