Brazil 3PL Market Size
| Study Period | 2020 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 33.20 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 40.90 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 4.26 % |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Brazil 3PL Market Analysis
The Brazil 3PL Market size is estimated at USD 33.20 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 40.90 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.26% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The pandemic affected the logistics sector in the beginning, but later, after restrictions eased, it expanded with the growth of the e-commerce sector, further boosting the third-party logistics network in the country.
Brazil has the largest logistics market in Latin America and has complex customs procedures for products going both ways, for exports and imports, thus driving the outsourcing of customs clearance to the 3PL provider. Being one of the largest countries (in terms of geography and population), Brazil is an important market for consumer-packaged-goods (CPG) companies.
Moreover, to meet the growing demand for outsourcing logistics, the country is increasing investments in expanding its logistics and social infrastructures, as the country’s logistics matrix is highly dependent on highways. In addition, the country’s logistics sector is also focusing on decarbonization goals by adopting energy efficiency initiatives in its supply chain to reduce carbon emissions and achieve net zero emission goals set by the country.
Brazil 3PL Market Trends
Increasing Freight Trucking is Driving Market Growth
In 2023, Brazil had more than 4.2 million truck drivers and nearly 2 million kilometers of roads. In addition, the country had one of the world’s largest road logistics networks, and the flow of trucks witnessed significant growth. According to the Brazilian Association of Highway Concessionaires (ABCR), in the past two decades, truck traffic in the country has increased by more than 60%, and most of the goods in the country are traded via highways.
Brazil has a network of more than 1.7 million km of federal roads, the fourth-largest system in the world after the United States, China, and India, and it relies on its highways and backroads for the transportation of 90% of its ton-mile cargo nationally, using rail for less than a tenth. Hence, trucking haulage plays a vital role in the growth of the 3PL market in the country.
Brazil’s trucking sector is moving toward energy efficiency to reduce carbon emissions and improve air quality by taking initiatives such as replacing older trucks, improving fuel economy, and investing in rail and roads. In 2022, heavy trucks accounted for more than half of all new trucks registered in Brazil, with more than 65 thousand units, followed by semi-light trucks and medium trucks. Thus, the increasing freight trucking is driving the third-party logistics market in the country.
Growth in E-commerce is Fueling the Growth of the Logistics Sector
Brazil is the most populated country in Latin America, continuously experiencing rapid growth in e-commerce expansion. The Brazilian e-commerce market is expected to grow by more than 90% by 2025. In addition, Brazilians embrace special promotions and offers provided by e-commerce platforms, thus creating new opportunities for online stores to explore new initiatives to attract customers' attention. According to industry experts, it comprises around 37 million unique online shoppers per quarter, which amounted to about 369 million orders in 2023.
The pandemic boosted the growth in online purchases. The Brazilian government issued pandemic relief via digital wallets, further increasing e-commerce sales in the country. In addition, despite the functioning of brick-and-mortar stores after the pandemic, Brazil’s population preferred online retail channels. In 2022, online shoppers reached nearly 108 million, up by more than 24%. Brazil's e-commerce penetration was 54.75% in 2023, and it is expected to be 57.12% in 2024.
Brazil 3PL Industry Overview
The 3PL market is fragmented. Some of the players include CH Robinson, Penske Logistics, DB Schenker, DHL Supply Chain, and Solistica. In Brazil, small and local vendors compete with international players based on cost, as competing on quality and range of offerings is difficult. The players in the market are focused on investing and developing technologies to increase their operational efficiencies.
Brazil 3PL Market Leaders
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C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc.
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Penske
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DB Schenker
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DHL International GmbH
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CEVA Logistics AG
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Brazil 3PL Market News
August 2023: BBM Logistica SA, a Brazilian road logistics transport company, announced the renewal of its contract with CMPC Celulose Riograndense for another five years until 2028. As per the agreement, BBM will invest USD 10.21 million in new equipment and logistics infrastructure to strengthen its operations in transporting wood from extraction fields to pulp and paper factories.
July 2023: DHL Express (a global logistics company) announced the expansion and modernization of its Distribution Center in Goiás while expanding its operations and presence in Extrema Minas Gerais, mainly for sectors such as pharmaceutical and retail fashion.
Brazil 3PL Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Deliverables
- 1.2 Study Assumptions
- 1.3 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- 2.1 Analysis Methodology
- 2.2 Research Phases
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS AND INSIGHTS
- 4.1 Current Market Scenario
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4.2 Market Drivers
- 4.2.1 E-commerce Fueling the Growth of 3PL Market
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4.3 Market Restraints
- 4.3.1 Slow Infrastructure Development
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4.4 Market Oppurtunites
- 4.4.1 Demand for Modern Warehousing
- 4.5 Value Chain/Supply Chain Analysis
- 4.6 Insights on Industry Policies and Regulations
- 4.7 General Trends in Warehousing Market
- 4.8 Demand from Other Segments, such as CEP, Last Mile Delivery, and Cold Chain Logistics
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4.9 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.9.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.9.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
- 4.9.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.9.4 Threat of Substitute Products
- 4.9.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
- 4.10 Technological Developments in the Sector
- 4.11 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 By Services
- 5.1.1 Domestic Transportation Management
- 5.1.2 International Transportation Management
- 5.1.3 Value-added Warehousing and Distribution
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5.2 By End User
- 5.2.1 Automobile
- 5.2.2 Chemicals
- 5.2.3 Consumer and Retail
- 5.2.4 Energy
- 5.2.5 Engineering and Manufacturing
- 5.2.6 Life Science and Healthcare
- 5.2.7 Other End User
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Market Concentration Overview
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6.2 Company Profiles
- 6.2.1 BBM Logística SA
- 6.2.2 C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc.
- 6.2.3 CEVA Logistics AG
- 6.2.4 DB Schenker
- 6.2.5 Deutsche Post AG
- 6.2.6 DSV AS
- 6.2.7 FedEx
- 6.2.8 Gafor SA
- 6.2.9 Kuehne + Nagel International AG
- 6.2.10 Nippon Express Co. Ltd
- 6.2.11 Penske Logistics do Brasil Ltda*
- *List Not Exhaustive
- 6.3 Other Companies
7. FUTURE OF BRAZIL 3PL MARKET
8. APPENDIX
Brazil 3PL Industry Segmentation
Third-party logistics companies provide various services across the logistics supply chain. This includes transportation, warehousing, picking and packing, inventory forecasting, order fulfillment, packaging, and freight forwarding. A complete background analysis of Brazil’s 3PL market, including the assessment of the economy and contribution of sectors in the economy, market overview, market size estimation for key segments, and emerging trends in the market segments, market dynamics, and geographical trends, and COVID-19 impact, is covered in the report.
Brazil’s 3PL market is segmented by services (domestic transportation management, international transportation management, and value-added warehousing and distribution) and end user (automobiles, chemicals, consumers and retailers, energy, engineering and manufacturing, life sciences and healthcare, and other end users). The report offers market sizes and forecasts in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments.
| By Services | Domestic Transportation Management |
| International Transportation Management | |
| Value-added Warehousing and Distribution | |
| By End User | Automobile |
| Chemicals | |
| Consumer and Retail | |
| Energy | |
| Engineering and Manufacturing | |
| Life Science and Healthcare | |
| Other End User |
Brazil 3PL Market Research FAQs
How big is the Brazil 3PL Market?
The Brazil 3PL Market size is expected to reach USD 33.20 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 4.26% to reach USD 40.90 billion by 2029.
What is the current Brazil 3PL Market size?
In 2024, the Brazil 3PL Market size is expected to reach USD 33.20 billion.
Who are the key players in Brazil 3PL Market?
C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc., Penske, DB Schenker, DHL International GmbH and CEVA Logistics AG are the major companies operating in the Brazil 3PL Market.
What years does this Brazil 3PL Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Brazil 3PL Market size was estimated at USD 31.79 billion. The report covers the Brazil 3PL Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Brazil 3PL Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Third-Party Logistics in Brazil Industry Report
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