The logistics sector in Brazil has a trajectory of expansion for the upcoming years. According to analysis by Mordor Intelligence, the global freight and logistics market reached US$ 6.03 trillion in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 7.54 trillion by 2029, representing an average annual growth rate of 4.57%.
In the national scenario, the data reflects a positive trend. The Brazilian Association of Logistics Operators (ABOL) revealed that demand for transportation grew by 3.6% last year, with total spending exceeding R$ 940 billion, an increase of nearly 7% compared to the previous period.
In an interview with the press, the country manager of Vanderlande Brazil, Adriano Santos, attributes the growth to the expansion of e-commerce, which requires more agile logistics services. This moment in the sector attracts investors interested in diversifying portfolios, especially those looking for how to start investing in segments with solid return prospects.
Automation drives transformation in the sector
The study by Mordor Intelligence projects that only the logistics automation market, valued at US$ 75.24 billion, is expected to grow by 9.9% annually by 2029, reaching US$ 120.63 billion. The expectation is that the expansion will be driven by the growth of e-commerce and by companies seeking to reduce operational errors and increase speed in operations.
An example of this transformation appears in the case of Massimo Consulting, which developed an automation tool for a multinational retailer. The project resulted in a 60% reduction in order processing time already in the first implementation stage, based on the use of integrated Robotic Process Automation (RPA) with the existing ERP system, eliminating manual corrections that impacted operational efficiency.
“Automation and AI are transforming logistics in various ways: route optimization, warehouse automation, predictive stock management, and increased operational security,” says Adriano Santos.
Brazilian distributors are betting on productivity
The How Possible Happens study, conducted by Infor with 3,600 companies from 15 countries, reveals that 81% of Brazilian distributors expect to increase productivity by up to 20% in the three to five year period.
At the same time, 78% plan to increase investments in technology in the same proportion during the period. The survey also found that 79% of Brazilian distributors consider the use of advanced technologies as a “key factor for future success”.
The research also highlighted structural changes post-pandemic. Companies have begun to implement a more refined supply chain management, opting for technological investments due to the shortage of qualified labor.
Simultaneously, companies in the sector face operational challenges, such as route optimization and fuel cost control, issues that directly impact the profitability of businesses. In this scenario, solutions like tag toll emerge as strategic tools for efficient fleet management and reducing operational expenses.
E-commerce drives demand for fast deliveries
The growth of e-commerce continues to be the main driver of logistics expansion. Cobli data shows that the Brazilian freight and logistics market, estimated at US$104.79 billion in 2024, is expected to reach US$129.34 billion by 2029.
The increasing demand for fast and personalized deliveries has favored carriers specialized in small volumes. This modality stands out for using smaller vehicles – motorcycles, vans, and utility vehicles – which ensure greater flexibility and reduced operational costs compared to the transport of large loads.
Among the challenges faced by carriers are: fierce competition, management of operational costs, and the need for investment in technology.
The job market appears promising
The study “Map of Industrial Labor 2025-2027” by the National Industry Observatory (ONI) reveals that logistics and transportation will be the sectors with the highest demand for professionals by 2027, with a projection exceeding 8 million formal positions.
National Jobs Bank (BNE) data, released by ABOL, shows a fast pace of hirings between January and October 2024. The segment recorded 66.7 thousand opportunities, a 94.7% increase compared to the same period of the previous year.
