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A Global Industry, Built to Connect the World

Global logistics costs surpassed $11 trillion in recent years, equivalent to over 10% of world GDP, moving goods across an increasingly complex and interconnected global trade network.

This scale spans every major hub:

United States: the world’s largest 3PL market, anchored by cross-border freight with Mexico that exceeded $860 billion in 2024.
Germany: Europe’s largest logistics market, valued at close to $400 billion, benefiting from its central location and extensive rail, road and inland waterway network.
France: one of Europe’s fastest growing logistics markets, valued at around $316 billion in 2025.
Spain: a key Mediterranean logistics gateway, with a market worth $150 billion, anchored by the ports of Barcelona and Valencia.

Companies across the sector share the same challenge: keeping goods moving reliably and sustainably across increasingly complex, multi-modal supply chains, while absorbing volatile fuel costs and rising customer expectations for speed. This is where ABGi operates, helping them secure R&D tax credits and innovation funding to power that transformation.

Key figures for the sector

$ 11T

Global logistics costs, over 10% of world GDP

166.6M

TEUs of containerized maritime trade handled globally in 2024, a new record

22T

Tonne-kilometers of global truck freight volume in 2024

11.3%

Growth in global air cargo demand in 2024, the strongest annual growth on record

Key Strategic and Operational Challenges for the Sector

Last Mile Delivery Costs

Meeting rising e-commerce driven demand for fast, reliable delivery while controlling the highest cost segment of the supply chain.

Supply Chain Digitalisation

Deploying real-time tracking, predictive analytics and AI powered route optimisation to improve visibility and reliability.

Fleet Decarbonisation

Transitioning to electric, hydrogen and alternative fuel vehicles across road, rail, sea and air freight.

Labour and Driver Shortages

Attracting and retaining drivers and warehouse staff amid persistent workforce shortages across the sector.

Infrastructure and Capacity Constraints

Expanding ports, warehouses and rail networks fast enough to keep pace with growing trade and e-commerce volumes.

GEOPOLITICAL and Trade Disruption

Navigating tariffs, rerouted trade corridors and supply chain shocks that disrupt established freight networks.

Focus on the 4 Strategic Levers

Innovation

Research and development of autonomous vehicles, drones and next generation delivery robots.
Development of AI powered route optimisation and predictive demand planning tools.
Innovation in packaging and materials handling to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Operations & Performance

Optimising warehouse and distribution networks to reduce lead times and last mile costs.
Improving fleet utilisation and load optimisation across road, rail, sea and air freight.
Building more resilient, multi-modal supply chains less exposed to single corridor disruption.

Technology

AI and machine learning to enhance demand forecasting, routing and real-time shipment tracking.
Warehouse automation and robotics to improve throughput and reduce labour dependency.
IoT and digital twins to monitor fleet performance and predictive maintenance.

ESG & Sustainability

Accelerating the transition to electric, hydrogen and alternative fuel vehicles.
Reducing empty running and improving load consolidation to cut emissions per shipment.
Scaling sustainable packaging and circular logistics practices across supply chains.

Our Transport and Logistics expert

ABGi’s experts deliver answers grounded in your industry environment, combining in depth sector knowledge, a forward looking view of the market, and a thorough analysis of every opportunity available to you.

Pierre MARRION, Scientific Expert

A generalist Mechanical Engineer, graduate of Polytech Lyon, he brings over 10 years of experience in the transport sector (Stellantis, Renault Trucks) before moving into consulting. He now supports clients in securing R&D funding and managing their innovation projects. He has an in depth understanding of the challenges facing manufacturers, equipment suppliers and engineering firms across the On Road and Off Road sectors.