Executive Summary
Qatar Logistics and Warehousing market witnessed a growth rate in 2022, owing to the country’s strategic geographic location, which qualifies it to act as a logistic hub connecting in GCC region. Whereas the country's booming FMCG, retail, food, and eCommerce industries have contributed to the amazing growth of the goods forwarding industry, which has greatly boosted the Qatar's logistics market.
Additionally, the Qatari government has been upgrading the country's transportation infrastructure in accordance with Qatar Vision 2030 to become leading manufacturing hub among GCC region.
Qatar is home to the world's leading international air cargo carrier (Qatar Airways Cargo), and the region's fifth largest port (Hamad Port), all of which contribute to the country's unique geostrategic position as a crossroads between East and West, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Despite accounting for only 4% of the country's GDP, logistics and transport are among the most promising industries in the country, rising at a rate of 9% year on year. Moreover, as a prominent global provider of liquefied nitrogen gas (LNG), the country has significantly contributed to the expansion of the logistics industry.
The government has implemented initiatives to attract foreign investments and foster partnerships with international logistics providers. This approach has led to the entry of global logistics players, contributing to the sector's growth and bringing in expertise and best practices.
However, challenges such as limited road connectivity, border restrictions in neighboring countries, and competition from other regional logistics hubs remain. Addressing these challenges and further improving infrastructure and regulatory frameworks will be crucial in realizing the full potential of Qatar's logistics and warehousing market.
Type of Services: The warehousing and VAS segment held the highest market share. This shows that a large portion of the logistics and warehousing market in Qatar is focused on providing storage and value-added services to businesses. Warehousing involves the storage, handling, and management of goods within dedicated storage facilities.
By Domestic & International Logistics Services: Qatar is a trade-oriented country, therefore the international segment held a majority market share. This indicates that a significant proportion of freight forwarding activities in Qatar involved the transportation of goods to and from international destinations.
By Speed of Delivery (Normal & Express): The normal delivery segment accounted for the largest market share. This indicates that the majority of freight forwarding activities in Qatar were carried out through normal delivery services.
By Mode of Transportation: Sea freight is the primary mode of transportation for freight forwarding in Qatar. Sea freight is often preferred for transporting large quantities of goods over long distances, making it an essential component of Qatar's import and export activities.
Third-Party Logistics Gaining Demand: Owing to the expansion of the manufacturing and industrial sectors over time, Qatar's Third-Party Logistics has changed. In order to focus on their core business operations, players are turning to 3PL (Third Party Logistics) for warehousing and distribution. The market's value in 2018 grew by 6% from 2% growth in 2021.
The Qatar freight forwarding market experienced a continued recovery and growth trajectory in 2022, as indicated by the further increase in revenue in the year after witnessing a slump in 2020.
Scope of the Study
The study conducted by Makreo Research on the “Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market Analysis Forecast (2018-2028) - Segmentation by Type of Services, by Freight Forwarding Market and by Mode of Transportation" provides a comprehensive analysis of the market, encompassing a wide range of factors. The report takes into account both qualitative and quantitative factors, indicating a well-rounded approach to analysis. The inclusion of both qualitative and quantitative factors in the study ensures that readers gain a more complete understanding of the Qatar Logistics & Freight Forwarding Market. It goes beyond mere numbers and incorporates insights into consumer behavior, industry trends, and market dynamics. This holistic approach enhances the overall analysis and makes the study a valuable resource for individuals or organizations interested in exploring the logistics, warehousing, 3PL, cold chain, express logistics market in Qatar. Moreover, the report's focus on past and present performance, as well as potential growth opportunities in the future, enables readers to identify key areas of interest and investment.
Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market Segmentation: The report examines opportunity for the Qatar Logistics and Warehousing market on various grounds including
Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market by Services
Qatar Logistics Market Services by Location
Qatar Logistics Market Services by Delivery Speed
Qatar Logistics Market by Mode of Transportation
Qatar Third-Party Logistics Market
Qatar Warehousing Market
Key Questions Answered
Table of Content
Report Synopsis
Key Industry Highlights
Qatar Introduction: Key Organizations
Industry overview
1. Research Methodology
1.1. Objective of the Study
1.2. Research Process
1.3. Data Collection Methods
1.4. Analytical Framework
1.4.1. Analytical Framework: Correlation
1.4.2. Analytical Framework: Regression
2. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market – EPTD Analysis
2.1. Qatar Overview: EPTD Analysis
2.1.1. EPTD Analysis: Economic Overview
2.1.1.1. Economic Performance of Qatar V/s GCC Countries
2.1.2. EPTD Analysis: Political Overview
2.1.2.1. Logistic Performance Index of Qatar vs. Other GCC Countries
2.1.2.2. Comparative Analysis of Global Competitiveness Report Qatar
2.1.3. EPTD Analysis: Technological Overview
2.1.4. EPTD Analysis: Demographic Overview
3. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market - Trade Performance
3.1. Qatar Trade Performance: 2018-2022
3.1.1. Qatar Trade Performance: 2022
3.1.2. Qatar Trade Performance: Q1 2023
3.2. Qatar Export Performance: 2021
3.3. Qatar Import Performance: 2021
3.4. Qatar Trade Performance by Products: Minerals
3.5. Qatar Trade Performance by Products: Chemical
3.6. Qatar Trade Performance by Products: Transportation
3.7. Qatar Trade Performance: Precious Metal
4. Qatar Logistics Infrastructure (Rail, Road, Sea Ports and Air)
4.1. Logistics Infrastructure in Qatar – Road Transport
4.2. Logistics Infrastructure in Qatar– Rail Transport
4.3. Logistics Infrastructure in Qatar – Air Transport
4.3.1. Qatar Air Transport Freight
4.4. Qatar Logistics Infrastructure – Maritime Transport
4.4.1. Qatar Maritime Transport TEU
4.4.2. Qatar Maritime Transport EU by Port
4.4.3. Qatar Marine Transport: Vessel Calls
4.4.4. Qatar Marine Transport: Container Port Traffic
5. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market – Past and Present Performance
5.1. Qatar Logistics Market Performance
5.2. Qatar Logistics Market: Key Facts
5.3. LPI Score Qatar vs Other GCC Countries
5.4. Importance of Qatar Logistics Market
5.5. Iindustrial Infrastructure in Qatar
5.6. Qatar Logistics Market: Belt and Road Index Ranking
5.7. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market Revenue: Past & Present Performance
6. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market Segmentation
6.1. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market: by Type of Services (Freight Forwarding, Warehousing and VAS)
6.2. Qatar Freight Forwarding Market Revenue: Past and Present Analysis
6.3. Qatar Logistics Market: by Domestic & International
6.4. Qatar Logistics Market: by Speed of Delivery (Normal & Express)
6.5. Qatar Logistics Market: by Mode of Transportation
7. Qatar Logistics Market by Mode of Transportation
7.1. Qatar Logistics Market: by Sea Freight Movement
7.1.1. Qatar Sea Freight Performance: Cargo Handling
7.1.2. Hamad Port: Cargo Shipments
7.1.2.1. Hamad Port: Vessel Calls
7.1.2.2. Hamad Port: Trade & Transshipments
7.1.3. Ruwais Port: Container Shipments
7.1.3.1. Ruwais Port: Vessel Calls
7.1.3.2. Ruwais Port: Container Category
7.2. Qatar Logistics Market: by Air Freight Movement
7.2.1. Air Cargo: Cargo Carrying Capacity
7.2.1.1. Qatar Airways: Hamad International Airport
7.3. Qatar Logistics Market: by Road Freight Movement
7.3.1. Qatar Roadways: Number of New Vehicles Registered
8. Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Performance
8.1. Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market: An Overview
8.2. Benefits of Working with Third-Party Logistics Provider in Qatar
8.3. Qatar Third-Party Logistics Market Revenue: Past and Present Performance
9. Qatar Warehousing & Cold Chain Market Performance
9.1. Qatar Warehousing Market: An Overview
9.2. Qatar Warehousing Market: Past and Present Performance
9.3. Qatar Cold Chain Market: An Overview
9.4. Qatar Cold Chain Market: Key Drivers
9.5. Qatar Cold Chain Market: Key Challenges
9.6. Qatar Cold Chain Market: Past and Present Performance
9.7. Qatar Cold Chain Market: by Type (Cold Transport & Cold Storage)
10. Qatar Logistics Market – Role of eCommerce
10.1. Digital Outlook of Qatar
10.2. Qatar E-commerce Market Potential and Growth
10.3. Impact of eCommerce Growth in the Qatar Freight & Logistics Market
10.4. Qatar E-commerce Market: Past & Present Performance
10.5. Qatar E-commerce Growth, 2015 – 2023
11. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market – Future Outlook
11.1. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market Future Outlook
11.2. Qatar Freight Forwarding Market Future Outlook
11.3. Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Future Outlook
11.4. Qatar Warehousing Market Future Outlook
11.5. Qatar Cold Chain Market Future Outlook
11.6. Qatar Upcoming Projects in Healthcare Industry
11.7. Qatar Upcoming Projects in Education Industry
11.8. Qatar Upcoming Projects in Hospitality Industry
11.9. Qatar Upcoming Projects in Other Industries
11.10. Factors to Drive the Qatar Logistics and Freight Forwarding Market in Future
12. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market – Market Dynamics
12.1. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market: Recent Trends & Development
12.2. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market: Driving Factors
12.3. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market: Challenges
13. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market – Competitive Landscape
13.1. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market: Competitive Landscape
13.2. Qatar Logistics and Freight Forwarding Market: Business Friendly Jurisdiction
13.3. Market Mergers /Acquisitions/ Investments 2018-2023
13.4. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market: Funding Timeline
14. Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market – Company Profile
14.1. Company Profile: DHL Group
14.2. Company Profile: FedEx Corporation
14.3. Company Profile: DB Schenker
14.4. Company Profile: A.P Moller Maersk A/S
14.5. Company Profile: Mediterranean Shipping Company
14.6. Company Profile: Aramex
14.7. Company Profile: Gulf Agency Co Ltd
14.8. Company Profile: Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC)
14.9. Company Profile: Milaha Maritime and Logistics Integrated W.L.L.
14.10. Company Profile: Qatar Post
14.11. Company Profile: Ali Bin Ali Logistics
14.12. Company Profile: Bin Yousef Cargo
14.13. Company Profile: Aero Freight & Logistics W.L.L
14.14. Company Profile: Target Logistic Services
14.15. Company Profile: Almas Movers International
15. Analyst Recommendations
16. Limitations of the Study
List of Figure & Tables
Qatar Real GDP Growth (Annual % Change), 2018-2023
Qatar Real GDP (Current USD), 2018-2022
Qatar Inflation, Annual % Change, 2018-2022, (%)
Qatar FDI Inflow, 2018-2022, Bop Current USD
FDI Standout Watchlist 2023
Comparative Analysis of Economic Performance of Qatar V/s GCC Countries
Comparative Analysis of Logistic Performance Index of Qatar V/s GCC Countries
Qatar Population Growth Rate (%), 2018-2023, (%)
Qatar Unemployment, total (% of total labor force), 2018-2022
Qatar Trade Performance, 2018 to 2022
Qatar Quarterly Trade Performance, 2022 (Q1-Q4)
Top Exports by sections in Quarter 1, 2023
Top Imports by sections in Quarter 1, 2023
Top Exports for Qatar in 2021 (%)
Top Exporting Countries for Qatar, 2021 (%)
Top Imports for Qatar in 2021 (%)
Top Importing countries for Qatar, 2021 (%)
Qatar Mineral Product Trade Performance, 2019 – 2021
Qatar Chemical Trade Performance, 2019 to 2021
Qatar Transportation Trade Performance, 2019 to 2021
Qatar Precious Metal Trade Performance, 2019 to 2021
Existing (2018) Road Length by Road Class
Qatar Air Transport, 2022
Qatar Air Freight Transport, 2015-2021
Hamad Port Category wise TEUs contribution,2020-2021
Hamad Port, TEU % Contribution
Ruwais Category wise TEUs contribution,2020-2021
Ruwais Port, TEU % CONTRIBUTION
Qatar Maritime Transport, 2022
Qatar Container Port Traffic (TEU: 20 foot équivalent unit), 2012-2021
Qatar Liner Shipping Connectivity Index (maximum value in 2004 = 100)
Logistics Growth Comparison with Other Industries, 9M21 vs 9M22
Gross Value Added at basic Price (current LCU), 2018-2022
Logistics Sector Economic Contribution vs Other Sectors, 9M2022
LPI Score Qatar vs Other GCC Countries, 2023
Qatar Ranking in belt and road index (BARI) among GCC Countries, 2022
Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market Revenue, 2018-2022
Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market by Type of Services (%), 2022
Qatar Freight Forwarding Market Revenue, 2018-2022
Qatar Logistics Market by Domestic & International (%), 2022
Qatar Freight Forwarding Market by Speed of Delivery (%), 2022
Qatar Logistics Market by Mode of Transportation (%), 2022
Overall Vessel Calls % Contribution in Hamad Port, 2021
Hamad Port Vessel Call Growth, 2020 vs 2021
Hamad Port Overall Vessel Growth, Jan-Dec 2020 vs Jan-Dec 2021
TEU % Contribution in Hamad Port, 2021
Hamad Port Category Wise Growth, 2020 vs 2021
Ruwais Port Container Volume TEU, 2020 vs 2021
Overall Vessel Calls % Contribution in Ruwais Port, 2021 (%)
Ruwais Port Overall Vessel Growth, Jan-Dec 2021 (%)
Ruwais Port Container Category wise TEUs, 2021 (%)
Ruwais TEU Growth, 2020 vs 2021
Air Cargo Growth, 2014-2021 (%)
Air Cargo Tonnage, 2014-2021
Top 10 Cargo Airports in the World, 2022
Number of New Vehicle Registered in Qatar, 2018-2023 (First 5 months)
Qatar Third-Party Logistics Market Revenue, 2018-2022
Qatar Warehousing Market Revenue, 2018-2022
Qatar Cold Chain Market Revenue, 2018-2022
Qatar Cold Chain Market Segmentation by Type, 2022
Qatar eCommerce Growth rate, 2015-2025
Qatar Logistics and Warehousing Market Revenue Forecast, 2023F – 2028F
Qatar Freight Forwarding Market Revenue Forecast, 2023F – 2028F
Qatar Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Revenue Forecast, 2023F – 2028F
Qatar Warehousing Market Revenue Forecast, 2023F – 2028F
Qatar Cold Chain Market Revenue Forecast, 2023F – 2028F
Qatar Logistics Market Major Players Market Share (%)
DHL Group Financial Performance (Global), Q1- 2023 and Q1- 2022
DHL Group, Global Consolidated Total Revenue, 2018 to 2022
Revenue (%) by various Divisions
DHL Group, Total Domestic Revenue by Segments, 2018 to 2022
FedEx Corporation, Financial Performance (Global), Q3 2022 vs Q3 2023
FedEx Corporation, Global Consolidated Total Revenue, 2018-2022
FedEx Corporation, Global Total Domestic Revenue by Segments, 2018-2022
DB Schenker, Consolidated Total Revenue, 2018- 2022
A.P Moller Maersk A/S Financial Performance, Q1- 2023 and Q1- 2022
A.P Moller Maersk A/S, Global Consolidated Total Revenue, 2018 to 2022
A.P Moller Maersk Middle East & Africa Volume, 2021 & 2022
Aramex, Financial Performance, Q1- 2023 and Q1- 2022
Aramex, Global Consolidated Total Revenue, 2018 - 2022
Aramex, Middle East Total Revenue, 2018 - 2022
Gulf Warehousing Company Financial Performance, Q1- 2023 and Q1- 2022
Gulf Warehousing Company, Global Consolidated Total Revenue, 2018 - 2022
Gulf Warehousing Company, Revenue by Segment, 2018 - 2022
Milaha Maritime and Logistics Integrated W.L.L, Financial Performance, Q1- 2023 and Q1- 2022
Milaha Maritime and Logistics Integrated W.L.L, Global Consolidated Total Revenue, 2018 to 2022
Milaha Maritime and Logistics Integrated W.L.L, Revenue by Segment, 2018 to 2022