According to a new market analysis, the global Cold Chain Logistics market was valued at USD 397,140 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1,096,550 million by 2032, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 16.0% during the forecast period (2025–2032). This substantial growth reflects the increasing demand for temperature-controlled logistics across key industries like pharmaceuticals and perishable foods.
What is Cold Chain Logistics?
Cold chain logistics refers to temperature-controlled supply chain networks that maintain product integrity from production to consumption. This sophisticated system utilizes refrigerated storage, specialized transportation (reefers), and real-time monitoring technologies to ensure perishable goods like vaccines, fresh produce, and biologics remain within strict temperature parameters throughout their journey.
Key Market Drivers
- Explosive Growth in Fresh Food Demand
The increasing preference for fresh and frozen foods—driven by urbanization and health consciousness—has accelerated cold chain adoption. In July 2024, Walmart expanded its refrigerated distribution network with a 730,000 sq ft facility in Texas, demonstrating how retailers are scaling temperature-controlled infrastructure to meet consumer demand.
- Pharmaceutical Sector Expansion
Biologic drugs now represent nearly 40% of new pharmaceutical approvals, driving 19% annual growth in cold chain requirements. The global vaccine market alone requires over 3.7 million cubic meters of temperature-controlled warehouse space, with mRNA therapies increasing demand for ultra-low temperature (-80°C) capabilities.
Market Challenges
Despite its growth, the sector faces prohibitive infrastructure costs, with energy expenses accounting for 65-70% of facility operations. Regulatory fragmentation across regions and acute workforce shortages—20% of refrigerated truck driver positions remain unfilled globally—pose significant operational hurdles.
Opportunities Ahead
Emerging markets represent untapped potential, with developing economies currently holding less than 15% of global cold chain capacity despite producing 38% of perishable foods. Recent developments like UPS's $1.6 billion acquisition of Andlauer Healthcare Group showcase strategic moves to capture growth in pharmaceutical logistics, particularly in underserviced regions.
Regional Market Insights
- North America dominates with over 30% market share, benefiting from advanced infrastructure and stringent FDA regulations for temperature-sensitive products.
- Europe follows with 24% share, where EU GDP guidelines mandate precise temperature control, driving IoT adoption.
- Asia-Pacific emerges as the fastest-growing region (18% CAGR), though inconsistent power supply hampers rural cold chain development.
- Latin America and Africa show promise but face infrastructure gaps, with only 15-20% of perishables moving through formal cold chains.
Competitive Landscape
- Americold Logistics and Lineage Logistics lead with extensive temperature-controlled warehouse networks across 250+ facilities.
- DHL Supply Chain and UPS are expanding through acquisitions, particularly in pharmaceutical logistics.
- In March 2025, Americold acquired a 10.7 million ft³ Houston facility for $127 million, while DHL purchased cryogenic specialist CRYOPDP for €200 million to enhance cell therapy logistics.
Market Segmentation
By Service Type:
- Transportation (Road, Rail, Air, Sea)
- Warehousing Storage
- Value-Added Services (Packaging, Quality Assurance)
By Temperature Range:
- Chilled (2°C to 8°C)
- Frozen (-18°C to -25°C)
- Deep-Frozen (Below -25°C)
By Application:
- Food and Beverages
- Pharmaceuticals Healthcare
- Chemicals Industrial
By Region:
- North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East Africa
Report Scope Offerings
This comprehensive report provides:
- 2025–2032 market size forecasts for global and regional markets.
- Competitive intelligence on 14+ players (Americold, Lineage, DHL, etc.).
- SWOT, value chain, and trend analysis.
- Segmentation insights by type, application, and end-user.
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