PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1648570
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1648570
Chemical logistics is a service that involves the storage and transportation of chemicals along a supply chain with special care by chemical logistics companies. The chemical logistics services help to transport these compounds with extreme caution to avoid any safety risks such as contamination and spoilage.
The main types of services in chemical logistics are transportation and distribution services, storage and warehousing services, customs and security services, green logistics services, and consulting and management services. Transport and distribution services can be used to connect customers, raw material suppliers, plants, warehouses, and channel members with the help of water, rail, motor carrier, air, and pipeline. The different modes of transportation include roadways, railways, airways, waterways, and pipelines, and are used by the chemical industry, pharmaceutical industry, cosmetic industry, oil and gas industry, specialty chemicals industry, food industry, and other industries.
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The chemical logistics market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $294.16 billion in 2024 to $305.83 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in industrialization, increased globalization, regulatory compliance, supply chain optimization.
The chemical logistics market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $382.93 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to sustainability initiatives, digitalization and IoT integration, advanced analytics, market demand fluctuations, e-commerce growth. Major trends in the forecast period include green logistics, autonomous vehicles, blockchain adoption, resilient supply chains, 3d printing in manufacturing.
The rise in chemical production is expected to propel the growth of the chemical logistics market. An increase in the production of chemicals to supply to various industries, including food production, pharmaceutical manufacturing, automobile manufacturing, and engineering, leads to a rise in the need for safe corners of transportation and distribution services. For instance, according to the American Chemistry Council, Chemical volumes in the United States increased by 1. 4% in 2021 and 3. 2% in 2022, while shipments increased by 8. 1% in 2021 and 8. 2% in 2022. Furthermore, according to the government of India, India's chemical sector (including fertilizers and pharmaceuticals) showcased a 18-23% revenue growth in FY2022 and is predicted to expand to USD 304 billion by 2025, with an annual growth rate of 9. 3%. Therefore, the rise in chemical production is driving the growth of the chemical logistics market.
The growing petroleum industry is expected to drive the growth of the chemical logistics market going forward. Petrochemicals are a key component of the chemical industry and many chemicals are derived from petrochemical feedstocks. These chemicals are used in a wide range of industries including pharmaceuticals, plastics, textiles, agriculture, and more. A thriving petroleum industry leads to an increased demand for the transportation and distribution of these chemicals to manufacturers. In the first half of 2022, exports of U. S. petroleum products grew by 11%, equivalent to an increase of 596,000 barrels per day (b/d), when compared to the same period in 2021. Therefore, growth in the petroleum industry is expected to generate high demand for the chemical logistics market.
Major companies in the chemical logistics market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions, such as chemical logistics centers, to enhance operational efficiency and improve service delivery. A chemical logistics center is a specialized facility designed for the storage, handling, and transportation of chemical products. For example, in December 2023, GWC Logistics, a logistics company based in Qatar, inaugurated a new chemical logistics center in Doha's industrial area, spanning 16,000 square meters. This cutting-edge facility is intended to serve various industries, including manufacturing and automotive, with specialized storage capabilities for hazardous materials like gases and flammable liquids. Adhering to strict safety standards, the center features ATEX-certified fittings and advanced fire suppression systems. Additionally, it implements sustainable practices such as motion-sensor LED lighting and water-cooled air conditioning.
Major chemical logistics companies are focusing development of artificial intelligence (AI) for the safety management of chemicals. AI refers to the development of computer systems or machines that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks may include learning, reasoning, problem-solving, understanding natural language, speech recognition, visual perception, and more. AI-powered predictive maintenance systems can monitor the condition of equipment and vehicles used in chemical logistics. For example, in May 2023, Rinchem Company, LLC, a US based provider of chemical supply chain solutions, announced the implantation of OneTrack. AI technology, to detect, record, and prevent risky behaviors and accidents in chemical logistics. OneTrack. AI is a U. S. -based Artificial Intelligence technology company that works with leading logistics providers, manufacturers, and retailers to increase safety, productivity, and quality in their warehouses.
In April 2024, Quantix SCS, LLC, a prominent supply chain services company based in the U.S., acquired CLX Logistics, LLC for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to strengthen Quantix's leadership in the chemical third-party logistics (3PL) market. CLX Logistics, LLC is a U.S.-based logistics and supply chain management firm that focuses on delivering integrated solutions for businesses.
Major companies operating in the chemical logistics market include A&R Logistics LLC, Deutsche Post DHL Group, CH Robinson Worldwide Inc., Rhenus Logistics LLC, Deutsche Bahn AG, BASF SE, Ryder System Inc., CEVA Logistics LLC, FedEx Corporation, Montreal Chemical Logistics, Schneider National Inc., Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation, Univar Solutions Inc., Bd Trans-Logistics Sp. z o. o., Henus Logistics LLC, Kuehne + Nagel International AG, DACHSER SE, DHL Global Forwarding Pte. Ltd., Expeditors International of Washington Inc., GEODIS, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics SE & Co KG, Kerry Logistics Network Limited, Nippon Express Co. Ltd., Panalpina World Transport Ltd., Sinotrans Limited, UPS Supply Chain Solutions Inc., Yusen Logistics Co. Ltd., Agility Logistics Pvt. Ltd., Damco Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the chemical logistics market in 2024. The regions covered in the chemical logistics market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the chemical logistics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.
The chemical logistics market includes revenues earned by entities bybulk storage & transfer, flammable & temperature-controlled rooms, packaging, repackaging, relabeling, fulfillment, and transportation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
Chemical Logistics Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.
This report focuses on chemical logistics market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.