Market Outlook:
The global modern logistics warehouse properties market was valued at USD 11,875.1 million in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 26,633.7 million by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 11.7% during the forecast period.
A modern logistics warehouse is defined as a large covered space or hall area equipped with modern facilities such as temperature control and electric lifting platform (used for goods storage), and operations such as order picking (A process where products are found and extracted from a warehouse as per the customer’s order) and distribution of goods.
Logistics warehouse properties often have a similar layout; however, their use may differ as per the company, which is using the warehouse for its product. Logistics warehouse properties are similar to a conventional warehouse; however, they differ in size. Standard of construction of modern logistics warehouses is high and upgraded, and emphasizes the modernization, scale effect, and synergy effect of management, as compared to traditional logistics warehouses.
Market Dynamics
The market growth is attributed to the factors such as increasing concentration of last mile deliveries in urban areas, growing internet retail industry, and rising traffic of container ships at sea ports. Moreover, the high demand for inventory control and storage is driving the modern logistics warehouse properties market.
Concentration of last mile deliveries is increasing in urban areas, as people prefer direct deliveries of products at home rather than going to a shop, due to the busy urban lifestyle. Many local businesses have started delivery services for their products in various cities. These factors are driving the need for larger storage spaces, which are located near or in the urban areas. Increasing demand for doorstep delivery of products is driving the demand for modern logistics warehouse properties in urban areas.
Growth in GDP has fueled the trade of many developing countries, which has increased the container ship traffic on various ports,as nearly 90% of the world trade is handled by sea ports. Ports in need of well-equipped and large storage spaces are developing shipping hubs, which encourage ‘portcentric’ logistics facilities. Such facilities include large logistics facilities at ports as well as at connecting inland ports. Rising demand for adequate storage space for goods is driving the global modern logistics warehouse properties market.
Modern logistics warehouse properties are usually rented by the owners to different companies, which require storage for their products. The rent for these facilities is typically high in comparison to the traditional logistics warehouse properties, as they are large in size and provide facilities such as temperature control. Few large businesses can afford to rent these facilities. This factor is hindering the growth of the global modern logistics warehouse market.
The concept of attached coworking space with the warehouse is growing as the acceptance of e-commerce is on the rise around the globe. The attached coworking space are being used by the e-commerce startups who are looking for the space of logistics. These spaces provide, workspace, storage and logistics operation all at one location. The concept of attached coworking space is relatively new and a growing concept in countries such as Australia and many countries in Asia Pacific. The acceptance of such coworking spaces is expected to grow in the future, due to their efficiency.
Modern Logistics Warehouse Properties Market Segmental Outlook
By end user type, the modern logistics warehouse properties market has been segmented into automotive, electronics/high-tech, construction & infrastructure, FMCG, non-FMCG retail trade, life sciences, and others. The automotive segment held a substantial share of the market in 2019 and is anticipated to expand at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.
This is attributed to increasing demand for fast shipments across the automotive industry. Moreover, advancements in warehouses and increasing focus on inventory control and storage are expected to contribute to the growth of the automotive segment during the forecast period.
Moreover, companies operating in industries such as home improvement, apparel & footwear, and packaging industries require modern logistics warehouse properties for proper storage and control of their products. Hence, the demand for modern warehouses is expected to increase during the forecast period.
Modern Logistics Warehouse Properties Market Regional Outlook
In terms of regions, the global modern logistics warehouse properties Market has been fragmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. The North America region held the highest market share in 2019 as compared to the other regions while Asia Pacific is expected to expand at the highest CAGR during the forecast period, 2020-2027.
China, Japan, and South Korea are major producers and exporters of electronic and high-tech equipment. This makes Asia Pacific a key region, in terms of production and export of electronics and high-tech goods. Thus, the demand for advanced modern logistic warehouse storage spaces is expected to increase in the Asia Pacific region during the forecast period.
Key Benefits for Industry Participants & Stakeholders
- In-depth Analysis of the Global Modern Logistics Warehouse Properties Market
- Historical, Current and Projected Market Size in terms of Value
- Potential & Niche Segments and Regions Exhibiting Promising Growth Covered
- Industry Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities Covered in the Study
- Recent Industry Trends and Developments
- Competitive Landscape & Strategies of Key Players
- Neutral Perspective on Global Modern Logistics Warehouse Properties Market Performance
Segments
By End User Type
- Automotive
- Electronics/High-Tech
- Construction & Infrastructure
- FMCG
- Non-FMCG Retail Trade
- Life Sciences
- Others
By Region
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- U.K.
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of the Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- South Korea
- India
- Australia
- South East Asia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- UAE
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
Key Market Players Profiled in the Report
- GLP
- Prologis, Inc.
- Scannell Properties
- DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
- Kanban Logistics
- Logicor
- Logistics Property Company
- First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc.
- Nomura Real Estate Holdings, Inc.
- Majestic Realty Co.
- IDI Logistics, LLC.
- Welspun
- Mapletree investments pte ltd
- Goodman
- Exeter Property Group
- Duke Realty
- JLL
- MITSUI & CO., LTD
- Clarion Partners, LLC
- DCT Logistics
Competitive Landscape
- Key players in the market include Prologis Inc, GLP, JLL, Goodman, Mapletree investments pte ltd, Duke Realty among others. These companies are considered as key developers of modern logistics warehouse properties based on their revenue, research & development (R&D) activities, regional presence, and total square feet area portfolio.
- The players are adopting key strategies such as merger, acquisition, and geographical expansion in order to strengthen their market position.
- In February 2021, Logistics Property Company (LPC) leased 126,000 square feet and sold 207,000 square feet of Class-A industrial space at Brewster Creek Logistics Park (Brewster Creek), Bartlett, Ill. However, 81,500 square feet remain available for lease.
- On December 20, 2017, GLP completed the acquisition of Gazeley, which is an investor, developer, and manager of European logistics warehouses and distribution parks. With this acquisition, GLP established two new funds and increased the size of its fund management platform by USD 4.0 billion to USD 43 billion.
- In November 2020, Prologis, Inc. sold a portfolio of five institutional-grade logistics properties in Spain to the European arm of Clarion Partners LLC. The acquisition expanded Clarion Partners Europe's footprint in Spain to 300,000 square meters from 165,000 square meters.
- In October 2020, Majestic Realty Co. began construction of warehouse/distribution buildings at the Las Vegas Digital Exchange Campus/Beltway Business Park (LVDEC/BBP). It has preleased 78,000 square feet of the approximately 330,000 square foot.
- In February 2020, DAIWA HOUSE INDUSTRY CO., LTD. entered into partnership with Nike Inc. This partnership is intended to launch smart warehouses in Japan that are manned by robots. As per this partnership, Daiwa House and its subsidiary, Acca International Co. Ltd., will provide Nike with distribution center facilities to support the e-commerce operations and directly run stores in Japan.
- On January 17, 2019, Scannell Properties signed a long-term leasing agreement with Coca-Cola for Build to Suit Class A warehouse containing approximately 200,000 SF space.
- In January 2017, Majestic Realty Co. and OmniTRAX, Inc. entered into partnership to build Class-A warehouses at the 200-acre GEOTRAC Industrial Hub in Texas.