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Global Rail Logistics Market Size, Share, Trends, Forecast: By Type: Intermodals, Tank Wagons, Freight Cars; By Operational Area: Domestic, International; By End Use: Automotive, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Telecommunication, Retail, Technology, Others; Regional Analysis; Market Dynamics: SWOT Analysis; Competitive Landscape; 2024-2032
Global Rail Logistics Market Outlook
The global rail logistics market size reached approximately USD 256.39 billion in 2023. The market is assessed to grow at a CAGR of 3.1% between 2024 and 2032 to attain a value of around USD 336.1 billion by 2032.
Key Trends in the Market
Rail logistics, variously known as rail freight, refers to the movement of bulk materials efficiently and affordably. A train can carry large amounts of cargo in terms of weight and volume. It is also one of the most reliable modes of transportation. Rain logistics is essential to reduce the congestion of roads and lower pollution levels.
- The rail logistics market demand can be attributed to rising investments in rail infrastructure, rail tracks, terminals, and routing, among others, by governments amid the growing awareness regarding the affordability and reliability of moving freight via railways and volatile prices of air freight.
- One of the leading rail logistics market trends is the growing attempt to enhance the sustainability of logistic operations. Trains are among the most sustainable and energy-efficient modes of transportation, which is boosting their preference for rail freight services.
- Improvements in railcar designs, the rising usage of lightweight materials, and the development of fuel-efficient locomotives are also surging the efficiency of railways, boosting their demand for logistics operations.
- Technological advancements and innovations aimed at improving rail operations and optimising rail movement are likely to support the rail logistics market growth in the forecast period. Moreover, the increasing trend of automation of mundane tasks, improvements in digital rail infrastructure, and the integration of advanced sensors and cameras with technologies like artificial intelligence are anticipated to improve the safety and efficiency of freight operations in the coming years.
Market Analysis
Based on type, the rail logistics market segmentations include intermodals, tank wagons, and freight cars. On the basis of operational area, the market can be divided into domestic and international. By end use, the market is divided into automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunication, retail, and technology, among others. The major regional markets for rail logistics include North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.
The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global rail logistics market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments and expansion plans.
- Deutsche Post AG
- DB Schenker
- United Parcel Service Inc.
- Geodis Group
- FedEx Corporation
- CEVA Logistics
- C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.
- DB International Operation
- Nippon Express Co., Ltd.
- A.P. Moller - Maersk
- Dan Transport Group A/S
- Others
Market Share by Operational Area
As per the rail logistics market analysis, the preference for rail logistics for domestic freight movement is likely to significantly grow in the forecast period. This can be attributed to the cost-effectiveness, reliability, sustainability, and dependability of rail freight services. In addition to this, trains have higher loading capacities than trucks, which makes them ideal for transporting large amounts of cargo in domestic areas.
Moreover, the demand for railways for international logistics is anticipated to surge as trains provide better speed for long-distance hauls, reduce hindrances to freight movement, and boast more organised routing than road freight.
Market Share by End Use
The automotive sector accounts for a significant portion of the rail logistics market share. The increasing demand for cars, coupled with the globalisation of the automotive industry, is boosting the demand for rail logistics services to reduce road congestion and lower carbon footprints. Automakers are increasingly preferring railway as a service and safe freight service, and surging investments in maximising efficiency of railroads are boosting the usage of rail logistics for automobiles.
Competitive Landscape
FedEx Corporation, headquartered in Tennessee, the United States, is a company that provides businesses as well as customers with e-commerce and transportation services. Its independent operating companies offer services and advanced tech solutions in over 220 territories and countries to ensure the robustness of supply chains.
United Parcel Service Inc., founded in 1907 as a private delivery and messenger service provider in Seattle, has emerged as a leading package delivery company. It also offers specialised logistics and transportation services as well as a has established itself as a prominent provider of supply chain management solutions. It offers its services in nearly 200 countries and territories across the world.
Geodis Group is a leading transportation and logistics company that specialises in various aspects of the supply chain. It has a global network in approximately 170 countries and delivers shipments through its expertise in air, land, and sea transportation. Founded in 1904 and headquartered in LEVALLOIS-PERRET, France, the company aims to deliver goods globally through sustainable, ethical, and innovative logistics.
Other rail logistics market players include Deutsche Post AG, DB Schenker, CEVA Logistics, C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., DB International Operation, Nippon Express Co., Ltd., A.P. Moller – Maersk, and Dan Transport Group A/S, among others.
Key Highlights of the Report
| REPORT FEATURES | DETAILS |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Historical Period | 2018-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
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Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:
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*At Expert Market Research, we strive to always give you current and accurate information. The numbers depicted in the description are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the final EMR report.
1 Preface
2 Report Coverage – Key Segmentation and Scope
3 Report Description
3.1 Market Definition and Outlook
3.2 Properties and Applications
3.3 Market Analysis
3.4 Key Players
4 Key Assumptions
5 Executive Summary
5.1 Overview
5.2 Key Drivers
5.3 Key Developments
5.4 Competitive Structure
5.5 Key Industrial Trends
6 Market Snapshot
6.1 Global
6.2 Regional
7 Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8 Global Rail Logistics Market Analysis
8.1 Key Industry Highlights
8.2 Global Rail Logistics Historical Market (2018-2023)
8.3 Global Rail Logistics Market Forecast (2024-2032)
8.4 Global Rail Logistics Market by Type
8.4.1 Intermodals
8.4.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.4.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.4.2 Tank Wagons
8.4.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.4.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.4.3 Freight Cars
8.4.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.4.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.5 Global Rail Logistics Market by Operational Area
8.5.1 Domestic
8.5.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.5.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.5.2 International
8.5.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.5.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6 Global Rail Logistics Market by End Use
8.6.1 Automotive
8.6.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.2 Manufacturing
8.6.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.3 Healthcare
8.6.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.4 Telecommunication
8.6.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.5 Retail
8.6.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.6 Technology
8.6.6.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.6.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.7 Others
8.7 Global Rail Logistics Market by Region
8.7.1 North America
8.7.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.7.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.7.2 Europe
8.7.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.7.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.7.3 Asia Pacific
8.7.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.7.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.7.4 Latin America
8.7.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.7.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.7.5 Middle East and Africa
8.7.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.7.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9 North America Rail Logistics Market Analysis
9.1 United States of America
9.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
9.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9.2 Canada
9.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
9.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10 Europe Rail Logistics Market Analysis
10.1 United Kingdom
10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.2 Germany
10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.3 France
10.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.4 Italy
10.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.5 Others
11 Asia Pacific Rail Logistics Market Analysis
11.1 China
11.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.2 Japan
11.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.3 India
11.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.4 ASEAN
11.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.5 Australia
11.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.6 Others
12 Latin America Rail Logistics Market Analysis
12.1 Brazil
12.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.2 Argentina
12.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.3 Mexico
12.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.4 Others
13 Middle East and Africa Rail Logistics Market Analysis
13.1 Saudi Arabia
13.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.2 United Arab Emirates
13.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.3 Nigeria
13.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.4 South Africa
13.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.5 Others
14 Market Dynamics
14.1 SWOT Analysis
14.1.1 Strengths
14.1.2 Weaknesses
14.1.3 Opportunities
14.1.4 Threats
14.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
14.2.1 Supplier’s Power
14.2.2 Buyer’s Power
14.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
14.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
14.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
14.3 Key Indicators for Demand
14.4 Key Indicators for Price
15 Competitive Landscape
15.1 Market Structure
15.2 Company Profiles
15.2.1 Deutsche Post AG
15.2.1.1 Company Overview
15.2.1.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.1.4 Certifications
15.2.2 DB Schenker
15.2.2.1 Company Overview
15.2.2.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.2.4 Certifications
15.2.3 United Parcel Service Inc.
15.2.3.1 Company Overview
15.2.3.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.3.4 Certifications
15.2.4 Geodis Group
15.2.4.1 Company Overview
15.2.4.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.4.4 Certifications
15.2.5 FedEx Corporation
15.2.5.1 Company Overview
15.2.5.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.5.4 Certifications
15.2.6 CEVA Logistics
15.2.6.1 Company Overview
15.2.6.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.6.4 Certifications
15.2.7 C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.
15.2.7.1 Company Overview
15.2.7.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.7.4 Certifications
15.2.8 DB International Operation
15.2.8.1 Company Overview
15.2.8.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.8.4 Certifications
15.2.9 Nippon Express Co., Ltd.
15.2.9.1 Company Overview
15.2.9.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.9.4 Certifications
15.2.10 A.P. Moller - Maersk
15.2.10.1 Company Overview
15.2.10.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.10.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.10.4 Certifications
15.2.11 Dan Transport Group A/S
15.2.11.1 Company Overview
15.2.11.2 Product Portfolio
15.2.11.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
15.2.11.4 Certifications
15.2.12 Others
16 Key Trends and Developments in the Market
List of Key Figures and Tables
1. Global Rail Logistics Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2. Global Rail Logistics Historical Market: Breakup by Type (USD Billion), 2018-2023
3. Global Rail Logistics Market Forecast: Breakup by Type (USD Billion), 2024-2032
4. Global Rail Logistics Historical Market: Breakup by Operational Area (USD Billion), 2018-2023
5. Global Rail Logistics Market Forecast: Breakup by Operational Area (USD Billion), 2024-2032
6. Global Rail Logistics Historical Market: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2018-2023
7. Global Rail Logistics Market Forecast: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2024-2032
8. Global Rail Logistics Historical Market: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2018-2023
9. Global Rail Logistics Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2024-2032
10. North America Rail Logistics Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
11. North America Rail Logistics Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
12. Europe Rail Logistics Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
13. Europe Rail Logistics Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
14. Asia Pacific Rail Logistics Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
15. Asia Pacific Rail Logistics Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
16. Latin America Rail Logistics Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
17. Latin America Rail Logistics Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
18. Middle East and Africa Rail Logistics Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
19. Middle East and Africa Rail Logistics Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
20. Global Rail Logistics Market Structure
Key Questions Answered in the Report
In 2023, the market attained a value of nearly USD 256.39 billion.
The market is assessed to grow at a CAGR of 3.1% between 2024 and 2032.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach about USD 336.1 billion by 2032.
The major market drivers are the growing investments in rail infrastructure, rising awareness regarding the benefits of rail freight, and growing attempts to enhance the sustainability of logistic operations.
Technological advancements and innovations aimed at improving rail logistics operation and the development of fuel-efficient locomotives are the key trends aiding the market growth.
The major regions in the market are North America, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, Europe, and the Asia Pacific.
The significant end uses of rail logistics are automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunication, retail, and technology, among others.
The major players in the market are Deutsche Post AG, DB Schenker, United Parcel Service Inc., Geodis Group, FedEx Corporation, CEVA Logistics, C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., DB International Operation, Nippon Express Co., Ltd., A.P. Moller – Maersk, and Dan Transport Group A/S, among others.
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