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The Australia third party logistics (3PL) market, valued at AUD 199.50 billion in 2025, has experienced significant growth, driven by access to specialised logistics expertise and advanced technology, which enhance operational efficiency and reliability. The market is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.60% from 2026 to 2035, potentially reaching AUD 344.02 billion by 2035, as providers support international expansion by offering global transportation and distribution networks.
  • As per ABS, for March 2024, retail turnover in Australia was AUD 35,711.2 million.
  • E-commerce-retail share in digital activity has increased by 7.1% in 2021-22 according to the data from ABS.
  • According to ABS, the digital activity contribution of the transport, postal and warehousing industry in 2021-22 increased by 0.3%.

Compound Annual Growth Rate

5.6%

Value in AUD billion

2026-2035


Based on end use, the Australia third party logistic (3PL) market share is driven by the manufacturing sector as it helps them streamline their operations and strengthen core production activities.

3PL providers offer scalability and flexibility to adapt to demand fluctuations, optimizing logistics resources and minimizing costs, thereby aiding the Australia third party logistic (3PL) market growth. The manufacturing sector faces supply chain challenges, including managing the movement of raw materials, components, and finished goods.

Australia Third Party Logistic (3PL) Market Report Summary Description Value
Base Year AUD billion 2025
Historical Period AUD billion 2019-2025
Forecast Period AUD billion 2026-2035
Market Size 2025 AUD billion 199.50
Market Size 2035 AUD billion 344.02
CAGR 2019-2025 Percentage XX%
CAGR 2026-2035 Percentage 5.60%
CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Region Western Australia 6.4%
CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Region Queensland 5.0%
CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Service Value Added Logistics Services (VALs) 6.4%
CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by End Use Airways 6.4%
Market Share by Region New South Wales XX%

The growing focus on outsourcing logistics functions to third-party logistics (3PL) providers is stimulating the market growth. These providers offer warehousing, inventory management, and distribution services tailored to manufacturing needs, ensuring timely delivery of goods to customers.

Australia Third Party Logistic (3PL) Market Report

Moreover, specialised services such as freight forwarding, customs clearance, and value-added services like kitting and labelling are crucial for manufacturing logistics. 3PL providers with expertise in handling diverse product categories and specialized requirements cater to these unique needs.

The Australia third party logistic (3PL) market development is driven by the growing focus on sustainability that has led to the establishment of a sustainable warehouse which operates through solar panels, LED lighting and water conservation resulting in. For instance- CEVA Logistics unveils a sustainable warehouse in Sydney’s Kemps Creek to support Australia’s extensive business growth in the technology and healthcare sectors.

"Australia Third Party Logistic (3PL) Market Report and Forecast 2026-2035" offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Service

  • Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC)/Freight Forwarding
  • Domestic Transportation Management (DTM)
  • International Transportation Management (ITM)
  • Warehousing and Distribution
  • Value Added Logistics Services (VALs)
  • Others

Market Breakup by Transport

  • Roadways
  • Railways
  • Waterways
  • Airways

Market Breakup by End Use

  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  • Automotive
  • Others

Market Breakup by Region

  • New South Wales
  • Victoria
  • Queensland
  • Australian Capital Territory
  • Western Australia
  • Others

Australia Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Share

The demand for warehousing and distribution services is driven by the need for efficient supply chain management, the growth of e-commerce, and the necessity for companies to streamline their logistics operations. These services play a crucial role in inventory management, order fulfillment, and timely delivery, enabling businesses to optimise their logistics and meet customer expectations. Warehousing and distribution services provide crucial support for inventory management, order fulfilment, and timely delivery, helping businesses optimise their logistics and meet customer expectations.

CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Region
Western Australia 6.4%
Queensland 5.0%
New South Wales 4.5%
Victoria XX%
Australian Capital Territory XX%
Others XX%

Leading Companies in the Australia Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market

The growth of the 3PL market is fuelled by a growing focus on sustainability and the establishment of sustainable warehouses with an increasing need for businesses to streamline their operations.

  • Toll Holdings Limited
  • Linfox Australia Pty Ltd.
  • Schenker AG
  • Kuehne + Nagel Management AG
  • Deutsche Post AG
  • BCR Australia Pty Ltd.
  • Yusen Logistics (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
  • ANO PTY Ltd.
  • BR International Logistics Pty Ltd
  • Others

*While we strive to always give you current and accurate information, the numbers depicted on the website are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the main report. At Expert Market Research, we aim to bring you the latest insights and trends in the market. Using our analyses and forecasts, stakeholders can understand the market dynamics, navigate challenges, and capitalize on opportunities to make data-driven strategic decisions.*

Key Questions Answered in the Report

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.60% between 2026 and 2035.

Based on the service, the 3PL market is bifurcated into dedicated contract carriage (DCC)/freight forwarding, domestic transportation management (DTM), international transportation management (ITM), warehousing and distribution, value-added logistics services (VALs), and others.

Key players in the industry are Toll Holdings Limited, Linfox Australia Pty Ltd., Schenker AG, Kuehne + Nagel Management AG, Deutsche Post AG, BCR Australia Pty Ltd., Yusen Logistics (Australia) Pty. Ltd., ANO PTY Ltd., and BR International Logistics Pty Ltd. among others.

Based on transport, the 3PL market is divided into roadways, railways, waterways, and airways.

The different end use in the 3PL market includes manufacturing, retail, healthcare, automotive, and others.

The market is broken down into New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia, and others.

In 2025, the Australia third party logistic (3PL) market reached an approximate value of AUD 199.50 billion.

The market is estimated to witness healthy growth in the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach a value of around AUD 344.02 billion by 2035.

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Base Year 2025
Historical Period 2019-2025
Forecast Period 2026-2035
Scope of the Report

Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Service
  • Transport
  • End Use
  • Region
Breakup by Service
  • Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC)/Freight Forwarding
  • Domestic Transportation Management (DTM)
  • International Transportation Management (ITM)
  • Warehousing and Distribution
  • Value Added Logistics Services (VALs)
  • Others
Breakup by Transport
  • Roadways
  • Railways
  • Waterways
  • Airways
Breakup by End Use
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  • Automotive
  • Others
Breakup by Region
  • New South Wales
  • Victoria
  • Queensland
  • Australia Capital Territory
  • Western Australia
  • Others
Market Dynamics
  • SWOT
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  • Key Indicators for Demand
  • Key Indicators for Price
Competitive Landscape
  • Market Structure
  • Company Profiles
    • Company Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Demographic Reach and Achievements
    • Certifications
Companies Covered
  • Toll Holdings Limited
  • Linfox Australia Pty Ltd.
  • Schenker AG
  • Kuehne + Nagel Management AG
  • Deutsche Post AG
  • BCR Australia Pty Ltd.
  • Yusen Logistics (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
  • ANO PTY Ltd.
  • BR International Logistics Pty Ltd
  • Others

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