The 3PL sector in Greece in figures: Sector size & growth
The growing storage needs of numerous international & local organizations and the need for efficient handling and distribution of products, is generating a robust need for transportation services and storage space. The evolution of market size over a 6-year period is showcasing a growth
The Greek 3PL market mainly consists of small and medium-sized enterprises. The market is fragmented despite the presence of many global logistics companies. Medium-sized and small companies have retained a significant market share. Only 452 companies out of the 1,245 generate revenue greater than EUR 1 million in 2021.
Source: ICAP, 2024; KPMG 2024 | KPMG Report “The Future of Transportation & Logistics”
Services that 3PLs in Greece provide
Warehousing (ambient & temperature controlled) and transportation services corresponded to 94% of the total value of 3PL services in 2021
59% of the total market value, in 2021, originated from the Supermarkets and Commercial sector.
Source: ICAP, 2024; KPMG 2024 | KPMG Report “The Future of Transportation & Logistics”
The 3PL sector in Greece in figures: Top 15 companies
Source: ICAP, 2024; KPMG 2024 | KPMG Report “The Future of Transportation & Logistics”
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The advantages of bonded warehouses services provided in Greece
Advantages of bonded warehouse services provided by Greek 3PL operators:
- Avoidance of double duty payment
- Postponement of duty payment
- Possibility of storage for an unlimited period of time
- Less customs interference
- Value added logistics in a customs bonded warehouse and bonded transport
Advantages of bonded warehouse services provided by Greek 3PL operators:
- Avoidance of double duty payment
- Postponement of duty payment
- Possibility of storage for an unlimited period of time
- Less customs interference
- Value added logistics in a customs bonded warehouse and bonded transport
Value-added logistics services provided in Greece
- Reverse logistics
- Sampling & quality control
- Customization and configuration
- Packaging & re-packaging
- Storage and de-consolidation
- Labelling & coding
- Tracking & tracing
- Greek LSP’s qualify for the TAPA *
- 222 companies acts as AEOs**
* Technology Asset Protection Association (TAPA) certification ensures safe and secure transport, storage and warehousing
** AEO: Authorized Economic Operators | The ΑΕΟ concept is based on the partnership of customs with the economic operators and aims to enhance international supply chain security and to facilitate legitimate trade.