South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the South Korea Third Party Logistic Market is estimated to reach USD 41.23 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 4.26%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the South Korea Third Party Logistic Market, including market size and trends, product mix, applications, and supplier analysis. The third-party logistics (3PL) industry entails contracting with outside service providers to handle supply chain management and logistical tasks. These businesses provide a variety of services, such as freight forwarding, packaging, inventory control, warehousing, and transportation. Businesses can lower expenses, increase efficiency, and concentrate on their core competencies by utilizing 3PL services. The 3PL market in South Korea is propelled by the nation's sophisticated technology, strong infrastructure, and advantageous location as a hub for international trade. Prominent third-party logistics companies, such as CJ Logistics, Hyundai Glovis, and Samsung SDS, are essential in streamlining supply chains for many sectors, boosting operational flexibility and competitiveness.
- November 2022: Gymshark and DSV agreed into a strategic alliance so that Gymshark could satisfy the demands of its customers, complex supply chain requirements, and expanding international sales. Gymshark, a British fitness community and apparel brand, has designated DSV as an official logistics and transport partner. DSV will be instrumental in helping the firm achieve its ambitious expansion plan. In this role, DSV will offer Gymshark's fitness gear, clothes, and accessories worldwide multimodal transportation options.
- August 2022: Daewoo Logistics opened a container yard that can handle 3,580 TEU per day and serves Busan New Port. The yard opened on August 24. South Gyeongsam province's Jinhae district in Changwon is home to the 45,608-square-meter complex. Northeast Asia's centre for logistics is the Busan-Jinhae Economic Free Economic Zone.
Market Opportunities and Challenges
In the third-party logistics (3PL) space, "market opportunity" refers to the possibility of expanding and making money by filling gaps in the supply chain and logistics sector. Opportunities are created in South Korea by the growth of e-commerce, which calls for effective and quick delivery services. AI and IoT are examples of technological innovations that can improve logistics operations and present 3PL businesses with opportunities to provide creative solutions. Furthermore, the growth of international trade and free trade agreements create new opportunities for 3PL providers to meet the needs of international logistics networks and establish themselves as essential players in global supply chains.
The barriers that businesses have in providing effective and affordable logistics solutions are referred to as market hurdles in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry. Managing the complexity of supply chains in the face of growing globalization and the requirement for real-time tracking and visibility are issues faced by South Korea. Furthermore, complex customs and regulatory processes might make cross-border logistics more difficult. Resources may be strained due to the constant need to invest in new systems and training due to the rapid improvements in technology. For 3PL providers, there are additional substantial obstacles in maintaining high service standards while maintaining cost effectiveness and being able to adjust to changing market conditions and demand.
Market Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape of the third-party logistics (3PL) market is marked by numerous players vying for market share. Companies compete based on their service offerings, geographic reach, and ability to provide tailored logistics solutions. Market dynamics are shaped by a mix of large, established firms and agile new entrants striving to capture a share of the growing demand. The major players in the market are CJ Logistics, DHL Korea, Hanjin Transportation, Hyundai Glovis, Kerry Logistics, Korea Express, Kuehne & Nagel Korea, LG CNS, Pantos Logistics, Samsung SDS, Others.
Scope of the Report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2020-2033 |
| Base year considered | 2023 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2033 |
| Segments covered | By Service, By Distributive trade, By End-User
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| Regions covered | Seoul Metropolitan Areas (Seoul-Incheon-Gyeonggi), Busan, Daegu-Gyeongbuk Region, Gwangju-Jeolla Region, Daejeon-Chungcheong Region, Gangwon Province, Rest of South Korea
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| Companies Covered | CJ Logistics, DHL Korea, Hanjin Transportation, Hyundai Glovis, Kerry Logistics, Korea Express, Kuehne & Nagel Korea, LG CNS, Pantos Logistics, Samsung SDS, Others.
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COVID-19 Impact on South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
COVID-19 significantly impacted the third-party logistics (3PL) market by disrupting global supply chains and highlighting the importance of resilience and flexibility. The pandemic caused severe delays and interruptions in transportation and warehousing due to lockdowns, travel restrictions, and reduced workforce availability. Companies faced challenges in maintaining inventory levels and meeting fluctuating demand. In response, 3PL providers accelerated the adoption of digital technologies and diversified their service offerings to manage disruptions and improve supply chain visibility, which has since become a key focus in the industry.
Key Target Audience:
- Retailers
- Manufacturer
- E-commerce Companies
- Importers and Exporters
- Automotive Companies
- Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare Providers
- Consumer Goods Companies
Our in-depth analysis of the South Korea Third Party Logistic Market includes the following segments:
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By Service:
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Domestic Transportation Management
International Transportation Management
Value-Added Warehousing and Distribution
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By Distributive Trade:
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Wholesale
Retail Trade
E-Commerce
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By End-Users:
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Manufacturing and Automotive
Oil & Gas and Chemicals
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Key Topics Covered in the Report:
- South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Overview of South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- Segmentation of South Korea Third Party Logistic Market By Service (Domestic Transportation Management, International Transportation Management, Value-Added Warehousing and Distribution)
- Segmentation of South Korea Third Party Logistic Market By Distributive Trade (Wholesale, Retail Trade, E-Commerce)
- Segmentation of South Korea Third Party Logistic Market By End Users (Manufacturing and Automotive Oil & Gas and Chemicals)
- Statistical Snap of South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- Expansion Analysis of South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- Problems and Obstacles in South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- Competitive Landscape in the South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- Details on Current Investment in South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- Competitive Analysis of South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- Prominent Players in the South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- SWOT Analysis of South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
- South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research data source
2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPER’s internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOL’s
2.2. Market size estimation
2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges
4.2. COVID-19 Impacts of the South Korea Third Party Logistic Market.
5. Market variable and outlook
5.1. SWOT Analysis
5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats
5.2. PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape
5.3. PORTER’s Five Forces
5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
6.1. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in South Korea Third Party Logistic Market
7. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market, By Service (USD Million) 2020-2033
7.1. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Service, 2020-2026
7.2. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Service, 2027-2033
7.3. Domestic Transportation Management
7.4. International Transportation Management
7.5. Value-Added Warehousing and Distribution
8. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market, By Distributive Trade (USD Million) 2020-2033
8.1. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Distributive Trade, 2020-2026
8.2. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Distributive Trade, 2027-2033
8.3. Wholesale
8.4. Retail Trade
8.5. E-Commerce
9. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market, By End-Users (USD Million) 2020-2033
9.1. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size, Share and Forecast, By End-Users, 2020-2026
9.2. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size, Share and Forecast, By End-Users, 2027-2033
9.3. Manufacturing and Automotive
9.4. Oil & Gas and Chemicals
10. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Forecast, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
10.1. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size and Market Share
11. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market, By Region, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
11.1. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size and Market Share By Region (2020-2026)
11.2. South Korea Third Party Logistic Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
11.2.1. Seoul Metropolitan Areas (Seoul-Incheon-Gyeonggi)
11.2.2. Busan
11.2.3. Daegu-Gyeongbuk Region
11.2.4. Gwangju-Jeolla Region
11.2.5. Daejeon-Chungcheong Region
11.2.6. Gangwon Province
11.2.7. Rest of South Korea
12. Company Profile
12.1. CJ Logistics
12.1.1. Company details
12.1.2. Financial outlook
12.1.3. Product summary
12.1.4. Recent developments
12.2. DHL Korea
12.2.1. Company details
12.2.2. Financial outlook
12.2.3. Product summary
12.2.4. Recent developments
12.3. Hanjin Transportation
12.3.1. Company details
12.3.2. Financial outlook
12.3.3. Product summary
12.3.4. Recent developments
12.4. Hyundai Glovis
12.4.1. Company details
12.4.2. Financial outlook
12.4.3. Product summary
12.4.4. Recent developments
12.5. Kerry Logistics
12.5.1. Company details
12.5.2. Financial outlook
12.5.3. Product summary
12.5.4. Recent developments
12.6. Korea Express
12.6.1. Company details
12.6.2. Financial outlook
12.6.3. Product summary
12.6.4. Recent developments
12.7. Kuehne & Nagel Korea
12.7.1. Company details
12.7.2. Financial outlook
12.7.3. Product summary
12.7.4. Recent developments
12.8. LG CNS
12.8.1. Company details
12.8.2. Financial outlook
12.8.3. Product summary
12.8.4. Recent developments
12.9. Pantos Logistics
12.9.1. Company details
12.9.2. Financial outlook
12.9.3. Product summary
12.9.4. Recent developments
12.10. Samsung SDS
12.10.1. Company details
12.10.2. Financial outlook
12.10.3. Product summary
12.10.4. Recent developments
12.11. Others
13. Conclusion
14. List of Abbreviations
15. Reference Links
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