Global Shipping Supply Market Outlook for 2024 to 2034

The global shipping supply market value in 2024 is estimated to be around USD 101.2 billion. The demand for shipping supplies is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 3.7% from 2024 to 2034. The overall industry value is expected to reach around USD 145.5 billion by 2034.

Shipping Supply Market Trends & Analysis

  • Shipping supplies mainly contain transport packaging materials such as shipping envelopes, bubble wrap packaging, packaging tapes, shipping containers, etc.
  • Shipping boxes are becoming more efficient and cost-effective due to material innovations and improvements.
  • The need for solutions like shock-resistant packing, bubble wrap, and cushioning materials has grown as there is a greater emphasis on minimizing product damage.
Report Attribute Details
Shipping Supply Market Revenue (2024) USD 101.2 billion
Anticipated Market Value (2034) USD 145.5 billion
Value-based CAGR (2024 to 2034) 3.7%

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Global Shipping Supply Market Analysis during Historical Period

The global shipping supply market was valued at USD 89.4 billion in 2019. It expanded at a CAGR of 2.1% from 2019 to 2023. The market reached USD 97.2 billion by 2023.

Attributes Details
Historical Market Size (2019) USD 89.4 billion
Market Size (2023) USD 97.2 billion
HCAGR (2019 to 2023) 2.1%

As more consumers opted for online shopping during 2020 and 2021, there was a significant increase in parcel packaging and mailing supplies. This fateful behavioral change in the consumer side led to the strengthening of logistics packaging trends that are expected to drive the market in the future as well.

Prominent Factors Driving Growth in the Shipping Supply Market

Currently, packaging materials like corrugated boxes and cardboard boxes that are recyclable, biodegradable, and reusable are in a position to carve out a market niche. So, shipping and packing products suppliers are reorienting their supply chains to take advantage of sustainable packaging trends by using environmentally friendly packaging materials.

To improve customer experience and brand awareness, shipping service providers are looking for custom-made packaging solutions that are branded or easily printable. The sheer complexity of present-day supply chains due to globalization also necessitates greater marking and branding of cargo packaging solutions for easy sorting.

Market players that provided shipping supplies for pharmaceutical industries became essential during the pandemic years and reshaped the packaging materials industry outlook. Many shipping supply businesses that catered to different commercial sectors started concentrating on medicine and vaccine supplies only.

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Country-wise Insights

The list below presents a brief overview of how shipping supply industries in different geographical locations are going to perform in the coming days. The overall market size in developed economies like the United States and the United Kingdom is poised to remain higher. Meanwhile, emerging markets like India and China are anticipated to present more lucrative growth opportunities in the region.

Countries CAGR (2024 to 2034)
United States 2.5%
United Kingdom 3.8%
China 5.7%
India 6.4%

New Business Models and Material Innovations Fueling the United States Market

The United States shipping supply market is projected to rise at a CAGR of 2.5% from 2024 to 2034.

The use of modern and effective transportation methods, such as logistics vehicles with GPS trackers, has also transformed the market in the United States. So, a greater share of the shipping supply business has been concentrated in the hands of a few market players with higher capital.

Shipping Supply Providers in the United Kingdom are Focusing More on Safety Characteristics

The demand for shipping supplies in the United Kingdom is poised to advance at a 3.8% CAGR during the forecast period.

Logistics companies in the United Kingdom are always more concerned regarding the safe delivery of cargo making packaging and shipping crucial for the industrial economy. There is a great demand for packaging solutions in the country that are safe, robust, and adhere to international shipping regulations.

Booming International Commerce Opportunities in China

Demand for shipping supplies is higher in China than in other Asian countries, and the market is expected to progress at a 5.7% CAGR through 2034.

The logistics and shipping industry has seen tremendous growth in China due to the weakening of laws to encourage import, export, and trade across the country. Furthermore, as cross-border eCommerce is growing fast in China, shipping supply companies have more opportunities to meet the special packing and shipping requirements of export companies.

Lucrative Growth in India’s Shipping Supply Market

The demand for shipping supplies in India is estimated to rise at a CAGR of 6.4% over the next ten years.

As direct-to-consumer services have grown in popularity, more small and medium-sized companies have joined the market in India in recent years. In addition, the development of small-scale industries in several tier II and tier III cities has indirectly increased the demand for shipping supplies for the packaging of merchandise.

Category-wise Insights

Paper is Preferred over All Other Types of Material for Delivery Packaging

The paper segment is estimated to constitute 43.6% of the market by material in 2024.

Attributes Details
Top Material Type Paper
Market Share in 2024 43.6%

Most companies prefer shipping products that are both affordable and dependable, resulting in higher use of paper materials by shipping supply service providers. Moreover, corrugated paper boxes and cardboard boxes made of paper are in line with the global shift toward a sustainable shipping and logistics sector.

Sipping Bags Hold a Solid Ground due to their Convenience

The demand for packaging bags is expected to hold a total market share of 21.3% in 2024.

Attributes Details
Top Packaging Format Type Bags
Market Share in 2024 21.3%

As last-mile delivery services have grown, logistics companies are preferring lightweight and compact packing solutions like shipping bags and mailers. Durability, custom compliance, and protection during long-distance transit are highly desirable in the present-day shipping supply market. This is contributing to the segment’s growth.

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Competitive Landscape

Many big and small shipping supply service providers are present in the global landscape, and the intense competition is orchestrating cargo packaging market developments further. The responsibility of market players has stretched out to designing shipping equipment as per traveling conditions and protecting the cargo while they are in transit. Leading market players have also improved their brand visibility and control by focusing on innovations like temperature-controlled packaging, smart packaging, and track-and-trace technology.

Recent Developments in the Global Shipping Supply Market

  • In September 2023, Flexport introduced a new membership program called Flexport+, which provides further advantages to business owners. Members benefit from up to 15% faster shipping times and can request for term financing with a maximum duration of 120 days. This new platform offers fulfillment and last-mile delivery services for merchants' online businesses and interfaces with well-known eCommerce systems like Shopify and Amazon's Seller Fulfilled Prime program.
  • In August 2023, Amcor introduced the AmFiberTM Performance Paper packaging in North America As part of its AmFiber portfolio. Amcor is a pioneer in the development and production of environmentally friendly packaging solutions, and this packaging paper, prequalified by How2Recycle®, satisfies curbside recycling requirements. The company also claims its higher performance due to its reliability, enabling manufacturers to provide customers packaging with a more sustainable solution.

Key Players Profiled in the Shipping Supply Market Report

  • Uline, Inc.
  • International Plastics Inc.
  • Stamar Packaging
  • UWAY Packaging Supplies.
  • Ferguson Box Company
  • Volk Packaging Corporation
  • Western Container Corporation
  • Great Little Box Company Ltd.
  • Liaoning Hengyue Printing and Packaging Co., Ltd.
  • Dahua Brother Enterprise Co., Ltd.

Shipping Supply Market Report Scope

Attribute Details
Estimated Market Size (2024) USD 101.2 billion
Projected Market Size (2034) USD 145.5 billion
CAGR (2024 to 2034) 3.7%
Forecast Period 2024 to 2034
Historical Data Available for 2019 to 2023
Market Analysis USD million or billion for Value and Units for Volume
Key Regions Covered North America; Latin America; Europe; Middle East & Africa (MEA); East Asia; South Asia and Oceania
Key Countries Covered United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Spain, Italy, France, United Kingdom, Russia, China, India, Australia & New Zealand, GCC Countries, and South Africa
Key Segments Covered By Product Type, By Material Type, By End User Verticals and By Region
Key Companies Profiled Uline, Inc.; International Plastics Inc.; Stamar Packaging; UWAY Packaging Supplies.; Ferguson Box Company; Volk Packaging Corporation; Western Container Corporation; Great Little Box Company Ltd.; Liaoning Hengyue Printing and Packaging Co., Ltd.; Dahua Brother Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Report Coverage Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives
Customization & Pricing Available upon Request

Key Segments Covered by Shipping Supply Industry Survey Report

By Material Type:

  • Plastic
    • Polyethylene (PE)
    • Polypropylene (PP)
    • Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
    • Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
    • Other Types of Plastic
  • Paper & Paperboard
  • Metal
  • Glass
  • Wood
  • Other Materials

By Product Type:

  • Folding carton
  • Wooden crates
  • Corrugated boxes
  • Barrels
  • IBCs
  • Strapping
  • Labels
  • Bags & Envelops
  • Other Product Types

By End User:

  • Courier service companies
  • Financial institutions
  • Government organization
  • Hospitals
  • National retail companies
  • Hotels
  • Academic institutions
  • Other End User Verticals

By Region:

  • North America Market
  • Latin America Market
  • Europe Market
  • East Asia Market
  • South Asia and Pacific Market
  • Middle East and Africa (MEA) Market

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Growth Outlook of the Shipping Supply Market?

The global shipping supply market is set to grow at a CAGR of 3.7% during the forecast period.

What is the Projected Value of the Shipping Supply Market by 2034?

The global shipping supply market is predicted to be valued at USD 145.5 billion by 2034.

What was the Historical Size of the Shipping Supply Market?

The global shipping supply market was valued at USD 97.2 billion in 2023.

Who are the Leading Manufacturers in the Global Market?

Uline, Stamar, and UWAY are a few of the leading shipping supply manufacturers.

Which Regional Market has the Highest Growth Potential?

The market in India is predicted to witness a CAGR of 6.4% through 2034.

Table of Content
	1. Executive Summary
	2. Market Overview
	3. Market Background
	4. Global Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast, 2024 to 2034
	5. Global Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Material
		5.1. Plastic
			5.1.1. Polyethylene (PE)
			5.1.2. Polypropylene (PP)
			5.1.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
			5.1.4. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
			5.1.5. Others
		5.2. Paper & Paperboard
		5.3. Metal
		5.4. Wood
	6. Global Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Packaging Format
		6.1. Corrugated Boxes
		6.2. Folding Cartons
		6.3. Bags
		6.4. Crates
		6.5. Drums & Barrels
		6.6. Straps
		6.7. IBCs
		6.8. Mailers & Envelopes
		6.9. Wraps
		6.10. Labels
		6.11. Tapes
	7. Global Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By End Use
		7.1. Commercial
			7.1.1. E-commerce Companies
			7.1.2. Courier Service Companies
		7.2. Institutional
			7.2.1. Financial Institutions
			7.2.2. Academic Institutions
			7.2.3. Government Organizations
	8. Global Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Region
		8.1. North America
		8.2. Latin America
		8.3. Western Europe
		8.4. Eastern Europe
		8.5. South Asia and Pacific
		8.6. East Asia
		8.7. Middle East and Africa
	9. North America Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Country
	10. Latin America Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Country
	11. Western Europe Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Country
	12. Eastern Europe Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Country
	13. South Asia and Pacific Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Country
	14. East Asia Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Country
	15. Middle East and Africa Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Country
	16. Key Countries Market Analysis
	17. Market Structure Analysis
	18. Competition Analysis
		18.1. DS Smith Plc
		18.2. Amcor Plc
		18.3. Atlas Container Corporation
		18.4. Sonoco Products Company
		18.5. Mondi Group
		18.6. Sealed Air Corporation
		18.7. WestRock Company
		18.8. International Paper Company
		18.9. Pregis LLC
		18.10. Grief.Inc
	19. Assumptions & Acronyms Used
	20. Research Methodology
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