Australia Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Size, Share, Report 2025-2033

Market Overview

The Australia third-party logistics (3PL) market size was USD 24.03 Billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 44.32 Billion by 2033, driven by rising e-commerce and technology adoption. The market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 7.04% during 2025-2033. Increasing demand for scalable, flexible logistics solutions that enhance delivery speed, inventory management, and operational efficiency across diverse sectors is supporting this growth. Businesses are focusing on tech-enabled fulfillment and regional warehousing to meet evolving consumer needs.

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How AI is Reshaping the Future of Australia Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market
  • AI and robotics are transforming logistics operations by boosting order accuracy and speeding workflows through automated warehousing systems such as robotic pick-and-pack and AI-driven inventory tracking.
  • Machine learning algorithms improve demand forecasting and optimize route planning, enhancing decision-making across supply chains.
  • AI-powered customer service tools, including chatbots and intelligent tracking systems, improve customer experience and transparency.
  • Softeon's expansion into Australia introduced advanced warehouse management systems that provide real-time operational insights and faster ROI for warehouses.
  • Automation adoption helps 3PL providers scale operations and increase throughput while reducing human errors and operational costs.
  • The industry's momentum towards technology-driven, performance-focused logistics aligns with global standards, providing competitive advantages in the Australian market.
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Australia Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Growth Factors

With the acceleration of online shopping in Australia, demand from the 3PL sector is growing for same day or next day last mile logistics services, real time shipment visibility and smooth returns management. In Australia, e-fulfillment, warehousing and last mile logistics are often outsourced to specialist e-commerce 3PL providers where 3PLs can flex capacity to address SKU mix complexity, seasonality, and peak periods. As a result the 3PL market is growing in both rural and urban areas.

The Australian Government plays a meaningful role in this growth. An important investment in road, rail, ports, and intermodal terminals has supported the growth in the 3PL industry providing a faster and more predictable freight service. Smart infrastructure, including smart traffic management and automated container terminals improves freight flow and reduces lead time and routing, enabling 3PL providers to reduce operational costs by increasing load factors, range and flexibility of vehicles, and serving a complex supply chain over a national demand network.

A major factor driving the growth of 3PL market in Australia is the trend for Australian companies such as the collection of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and e-commerce startups to focus on their core business and outsource their logistics and warehousing needs to third-party logistics (3PL) service providers. SMEs and e-commerce startups also outsource inventory management, transportation and fulfillment services. 3PL in many cases includes warehouse management systems, and demand forecasting systems. These systems allow the customers logistics process to be efficient quickly, without having to spend a lot of money improving the IT systems within their organization. Outsourced logistics is a rapidly growing market, with companies entering new verticals and industries every year.

Australia Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Market Segmentation

Transport Insights:


  • Railways
  • Roadways
  • Waterways
  • Airways
Service Type Insights:

  • Dedicated Contract Carriage
  • Domestic Transportation Management
  • International Transportation Management
  • Warehousing and Distribution
  • Value Added Logistics Services
End Use Insights:

  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  • Automotive
  • Others
Regional Insights:

  • Australia Capital Territory & New South Wales
  • Victoria & Tasmania
  • Queensland
  • Northern Territory & Southern Australia
  • Western Australia
Key Players

  • Softeon
  • Spot On Warehouse Solutions
  • IVE Group
  • B dynamic Logistics
Recent Development & News

  • February 2025: IVE Group announced a new 32,000sqm 3PL facility in Dandenong South, increasing Australia’s 3PL market capacity by 30%. The project aims to enhance storage, order fulfillment, and operational efficiency for Victorian clients with modern infrastructure and logistics integration.
  • August 2024: B dynamic Logistics launched Australia’s first Cross-Sector 3PL service that integrates B2B, B2C, and bulky logistics on a tech-enabled platform. This innovation modernizes the national 3PL market by streamlining supply chains, reducing costs, and improving supply chain visibility and coordination.
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