According to Observatorio Sectorial DBK de INFORMA, the logistics operators in España They generated €7.100 billion in revenue in 2025, a 4,4% increase. This growth, while positive, reflects a slowdown compared to previous years due to the reduced dynamism of e-commerce and price moderation.
Market evolution and service segmentation
The recent study Sectors «Logistics Operators», published by the Observatorio Sectorial DBK de INFORMA (subsidiary of Cesce), highlights that the sector's total revenue has maintained its upward trend. However, this progress is occurring within an economic environment marked by a slowdown in digital consumption and a correction in logistics rates.
When analyzing the components of the business, it is observed that the storage and associated operations (handling, transport and related distribution) have led the growth with an increase in 5,1 %reaching 3.575 billion euros. Meanwhile, transport and distribution strictly linked to stock grew by 3,7 %, standing at 3.525 million euros.
| Market Indicator (2025) | Value / Data | % Variation |
|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Logistics Operators | 7.100 millones de euros | + 4,4 % |
| Revenue from Storage and Operations | 3.575 millones de euros | + 5,1 % |
| Revenue from Transportation and Distribution | 3.525 millones de euros | + 3,7 % |
| Number of companies in the sector | 235 companies | |
| Volume of direct employment | 44.000 workers |
Sectoral demand and business structure
From a demand perspective, the sector of Alimentation and drinks It continues to be the undisputed driving force for logistics operators, concentrating more than 40% of the market shareHowever, the report highlights the positive evolution in other strategic niches such as Electronic components, the perfumery and cosmetics, and the editorial industry.
Regarding the configuration of the business fabric, the number of active companies is around 235employing a total of 44.000 workersThis slight increase in the workforce is mainly attributed to the rise of small businesses specializing in last mile services, a critical link in today's supply chain.
Concentration of supply in Spain
The Spanish logistics industry shows a clear trend towards concentrationAccording to the data provided by INFORMAThe country's five main operators already control the 40% of the marketIf we broaden our focus to the top ten groups, their combined share approaches 60 %This demonstrates a consolidation process where large players are gaining ground against smaller competitors.
- Main sectors demanding: Food and beverages (>40%), electronics and cosmetics.
- Deceleration factors: Slower growth in online commerce and more moderate prices.
- Employment trends: Growth driven by specialization in last mile.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the logistics sector
What factors have caused the slowdown in growth in 2025?
The moderation in growth, which stood at 4,4%, is mainly due to slower dynamism of e-commerce and the price stabilization of logistics services after periods of sharp increases.
Which business area is growing the most within logistics?
The area of warehousing and warehouse operations It is the one that shows the best performance, with an annual increase of 5,1%, already contributing slightly more than half of the total market value.
How is market share distributed among companies?
The sector is highly concentrated: the five largest companies capture the 40% of the businesswhile the ten leading operators already control almost the 60 % of the total volume in España.
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