Market Overview

According to fortune business insights, the global pharmaceutical logistics market size was valued at USD 80.56 billion in 2025. The market is projected to grow from USD 85.15 billion in 2026 to USD 156.39 billion by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 7.90% during the forecast period. Europe dominated the pharmaceutical logistics market with a market share of 65.34% in 2025. The analysis shows that this growth is driven by the increasing demand for temperature-sensitive products like biologics and vaccines, along with technological advancements such as IoT and real-time tracking that enhance supply chain efficiency.

Major Players Profiled in the Market Report:

• DHL (Germany)
• Kuehne + Nagel (Switzerland)
• UPS Healthcare (U.S.)
• FedEx Supply Chain (U.S.)
• CEVA Logistics (Switzerland)
• XPO Logistics (U.S.)
• C.H. Robinson (U.S.)
• DB Schenker (Germany)
• Kerry Logistics (Hong Kong)
• GEODIS (France)
• Agility Logistics (Kuwait)
• DSV (Denmark)

Segments

Flexibility and Last-Mile Solutions Propel Roadways Adoption

Based on transportation mode, the market is segmented into airways, railways, roadways, and waterways. The roadways segment holds the largest market share (62.74% in 2026), driven by its flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and crucial role in providing last-mile delivery solutions directly to pharmacies, hospitals, and patients.

Need for Fast, Secure Delivery Boosts Transportation Service Demand

By service type, the market is categorized into warehouse services, transportation, inventory management, and others. The transportation segment leads the market, driven by the fundamental need for fast, secure, and reliable delivery of medicines globally, which requires careful planning to ensure regulatory compliance and product integrity.