Saudi Arabia Cold Chain Logistics Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The Saudi Arabia cold chain logistics market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.40% between 2025 and 2034. The market is expected to be propelled by technological advancements and innovations and the growing focus of key players on decarbonising cold chain logistics chain.

Key Trends in the Market

Cold chain logistics refers to the use of technology and processes that are aimed at facilitating the safe transportation and storage of temperature-sensitive products. The process keeps temperature-sensitive items from spoiling or going stale, ensuring their safety.

• The Saudi Arabian government is attempting to expand manufacturing activities in the country. This, coupled with growing food imports and rising demand for frozen products, is favouring the market demand.
• One of the key Saudi Arabia cold chain logistics market trends include the flourishing pharmaceutical and life science sectors in the country. Local production of drugs in Saudi Arabia is significantly growing due to favourable government-sponsored schemes and the increasing focus by pharmaceutical companies to optimise their revenue and costs through localisation, hence driving the requirement for cold chain logistics services.
• The Saudi Arabia cold chain logistics market demand is being fuelled by technological advancements and innovations that can enhance the real-time visibility of assets and improve the efficiency of cold chains. With the increasing environmental consciousness, providers are attempting to decarbonise their cold chain logistics operations by adopting clean energy solutions, green transportation methods, and sustainable procurement practices.

Market Segmentation
"Saudi Arabia Cold Chain Logistics Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034" offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Breakup by Service

• Warehousing and Storage
• Transportation
• Value-added Services

Breakup by Temperature

• Chilled
• Frozen

Breakup by End Use

• Horticulture
• Dairy Products
• Meats, Fish, and Poultry
• Processed Food Products
• Pharma and Life Sciences
• Others

Market Share by Service

As per the Saudi Arabia cold chain logistics market analysis, warehousing and storage services account for a significant market share. Cold chain warehousing is essential to maintain the quality of products at optimal temperatures and prevent risk of damages or spoils. Different types of equipment like conveyors and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRSs) are increasingly used in cold chain warehousing and storage solutions to optimise the use of spaces, reduce labour costs, and enhance the efficiency of storage.

Market Share by End Use

The pharmaceutical and life sectors represent a significant portion of the Saudi Arabia cold chain logistics market share due to the rising demand for healthcare services and surging investments by leading pharmaceuticals companies in the country. Cold chain logistics play a vital role in the packaging, preservation, storage, and distribution of temperature-controlled drugs. In the forecast period, factors such as the rising incidences of chronic diseases, the surging ageing population, and increasing per-capita incomes of the middle-class population are also expected to drive the segment’s growth.

Competitive Landscape

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the Saudi Arabia cold chain logistics market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

Coldstores Group of Saudi Arabia (CGS)

Coldstores Group of Saudi Arabia (CGS) is a prominent refrigeration company in Saudi Arabia. It is a Swiss-Saudi joint venture company that is a pioneer in the field of transport refrigeration, stationary refrigeration systems, multipurpose shelters, and conversion of a wide range of utility vehicles.

IFFCO

IFFCO is a multinational group, established in 1975 and based in the United Arab Emirates, that manufactures and markets a well-integrated range of mass-market food products, related derivatives, intermediates, and services. IFFCO operates in over 49 countries around the world.

Wared Logistics

Wared Logistics is a leading 3PL services and supply chain solution provider in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The company was formed in 2009, as a joint venture and is now fully owned by the Zahid Group, a business conglomerate with a presence in various sectors. As an expertise-based organisation, Wared Logistics draws on global best practices, regulations, and work models across multiple geographies in order to provide clients with comprehensive logistics solutions across KSA and the Gulf region.

Key Saudi Arabia cold chain logistics market players are Mosanada Logistics Services, Agility Public Warehousing Company K.S.C.P., NAQEL Express, Almajdouie Logistics, Takhzeen Logistics Company, Camels Party Logistics, and United Warehouse Co Ltd., among others.