The logistics sector in Brazil is on an expansion trajectory for the coming years. According to analysis by Mordor Intelligence, the global freight and logistics market reached $6.03 trillion in 2024 and is expected to reach $7.54 trillion by 2029, representing an average annual growth rate of 4.57%.
In the national scenario, the data reflects the positive trend. The Brazilian Association of Logistics Operators (ABOL) reported that transportation demand grew 3.6% last year, with total expenditures exceeding R$940 billion, a nearly 7% increase compared to the previous period.
In an interview with the press, the country manager of Vanderlande Brasil, Adriano Santos, attributes the growth to the expansion of e-commerce, which demands 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 the logistics automation market alone, valued at $75.24 billion, is expected to grow 9.9% annually until 2029, reaching $120.63 billion. The expectation is that the expansion will be driven by the growth of e-commerce and companies’ pursuit of reducing operational errors and increasing the speed of operations.
A practical example of this transformation appears in the case of Massimo Consulting, which developed an automation tool for a multinational in the retail sector. The project resulted in a 60% reduction in order processing time already in the first implementation phase, based on the use of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) integrated with the existing ERP system, eliminating manual corrections that impacted operational efficiency.
“Automation and AI are transforming logistics in many ways: route optimization, warehouse automation, predictive inventory management, and increased operational security,” defines Adriano Santos.
Brazilian distributors bet on productivity
The research How Possible Happens, 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 next three to five years.
At the same time, 78% plan to expand investments in technology in the same proportion during the period. The survey also identified that 79% of Brazilian distributors consider the use of advanced technologies as a “key factor for future success.”
The research also highlighted structural post-pandemic changes. Companies have started to implement more refined supply chain management, opting for technological investments given 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 business profitability. In this scenario, solutions like toll tags emerge as strategic tools for efficient fleet management and operational cost reduction.
E-commerce drives demand for fast deliveries
The growth of e-commerce remains the main driver of logistics expansion. Data from Cobli shows that the Brazilian freight and logistics market, estimated at $104.79 billion in 2024, is expected to reach $129.34 billion by 2029.
The growing demand for fast and customized deliveries has favored carriers specializing in small volumes. This model differs by using smaller vehicles—motorcycles, vans, and utility vehicles—that offer greater flexibility and reduced operational costs compared to large cargo transportation.
Among the challenges faced by carriers are intense competition, operational cost management, and the need for investment in technology.
The job market shows promise
The research “Industrial Job Map 2025-2027,” by the National Industry Observatory (ONI), reveals that logistics and transportation will be the sectors with the highest demand for professionals until 2027, with a projection exceeding 8 million formal jobs.
Data from the National Jobs Bank (BNE), released by ABOL, show an accelerated hiring pace between January and October 2024. The segment recorded 66,700 job opportunities, a 94.7% increase compared to the same period the previous year.
