Analysis, commentary, market sizing, ranking and market shares, out-sourcing rates and profiles of the leading global contract logistics operators

European Road Freight 2008 combines the analysis of a range of official statistics with Transport Intelligence’s own market sizing, forecasts and insight. As well as examining industry output, numbers of goods vehicles, costs and overall revenues, the report also examines the road freight sectors by international/domestic and own-account/outsourced split. For the first time the report also provides a unique breakdown between the Groupage, Full Load and Parcels markets, three of the most important sectors in the industry. The report also includes a section on goods vehicles flows, indicating the most important European regions for local, regional and international transport as well as profiles of all the major players and market share.

As part of a long-standing plan to revitalise the rail industry, the European rail market has undergone significant levels of liberalisation. This has allowed new market entrants to compete against existing incumbents, although many still complain that there is yet to be a level playing field. European Rail & Intermodal 2008 provides a comprehensive review of the sector, including data from a range of official sources and profiles of the leading rail operators, logistics providers and intermodal companies present in the market. It analyses the new competitive landscape and looks at how intermodalism is growing in importance as part of the overall European freight transport industry.

The growth of the UK Pallet Network market over the last ten years has been phenomenal. Whilst traditional road hauliers have struggled with falling revenues and margins, the pallet networks have seen exceptional increases in volumes. UK Pallet Networks 2008 is an ideal starting point for companies which are interested in becoming involved in the market, or who want to find out more about the competition and market in which they operate. The report includes market sizes, forecasts as well as market share and a comparison of key operating metrics for all the main operators in the pallet network market. In addition it contains profiles of all the major players - networks as well as independent operators.

European Transport & Logistics Markets provides a ‘road map’ to a complex and confusing market environment. It includes a wide range of statistical data, forecasts and qualitative analysis examining all aspects of freight movement—from sea ports, road networks, airports, railways and distribution property. The report studies country logistics markets and includes rankings of the largest companies as well as contract logistics market sizes and forecasts.

The market for logistics services in the defence sector is huge, but at the same time it is also highly specialised. European Defence Logistics 2007 provides a road map to this complex and fast-changing market sector. The report highlights the opportunities which this sector presents to a wide range of different players in the market. It explores the operations and involvement of the major European carriers, freight forwarders and contract logistics players as they seek to extend their influence in this sector. Its in-depth examination of the sector is essential reading for defence logistics staff, consultants and analysts.

CEE Logistics 2007 provides invaluable in-sight into a fast growing market. As further markets of Central and Eastern Europe accede to the European Union, this region’s importance to the logistics industry continues to grow. This growth will fuel new business opportunities for multi-national manufacturers and international retailers, and consequently for the logistics service providers which serve them. The report includes analysis of major trends, both economic and logistics; a country-by-country overview of the region examining transport infrastructure, logistics and warehousing markets and the major 3PLs; profiles of the operations of the major logistics and express providers across the region. Countries covered include: Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia as well as Bulgaria and Romania. The combination of analysis on the regional and country logistics infrastructure, profiles of the major players and identification of key trends and developments make this report essential reading for any company with interest in this diverse and fast growing region.

Over the last fifteen years the European warehousing and distribution market has been profoundly affected by macro-economic and political considerations. The fundamental changes which began with the creation of the Single European Market have now received fresh impetus from the accession of the economies in the Central & European Europe and an increasingly globalised distribution market. The European Distribution Warehousing 2006 report provides a detailed look at the main trends affecting the European warehouse market. In depth analysis shows the influence manufacturers, logistics providers and property developers have in shaping the structure of the industry.

For businesses whose priority it is to keep track of their logistics competitors, follow developments at existing or potential clients, or to identify acquisition targets, SCLi is an invaluable source of industry intelligence. With over 500 company profiles the interactive web-enabled database is fully searchable, providing users with access to always updated information on the world’s leading providers. Each profile contains the latest news and related TI briefings.