Saudi Arabia Cold Chain Logistics Market Overview

Market Size in 2024: USD 2,710.6 Million

Market Size in 2033: USD 7,743.2 Million

Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 12.37%

According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, "Saudi Arabia Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Type, Application, and Region, 2025-2033", The Saudi Arabia cold chain logistics market size reached USD 2,710.6 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 7,743.2 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 12.37% during 2025-2033. 

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How AI is Reshaping the Future of Saudi Arabia Cold Chain Logistics Market

• AI-enabled temperature monitoring in Saudi cold chain reduces spoilage by up to 25%, boosting food safety and lowering operational expenses significantly.
• Saudi government’s push for smart logistics integrates AI-driven predictive maintenance, decreasing equipment downtime by 30% in cold storage facilities.
• Companies like United Warehousing use AI-powered route optimization, cutting delivery times by 20% and improving last-mile efficiency in urban areas.
• AI analytics offer real-time demand forecasting, helping cold chains adjust inventory and reduce wastage from overstocking or stockouts effectively.
• AI-driven automated warehousing enhances sorting and handling speeds, with robotics increasing throughput capacity by 40% in Saudi cold chain hubs.

Saudi Arabia Cold Chain Logistics Market Trends & Drivers:

Rapid urbanization and the explosive growth of e-commerce platforms are powering Saudi Arabia cold chain logistics trends, with online grocery shopping and food delivery pushing demand for fresh produce and reliable last-mile delivery services. Companies like Duroub and Amazon are upgrading refrigerated fleets and leveraging real-time tracking to handle perishable goods efficiently for a fast-rising digital consumer base. This boost in e-commerce logistics is causing large investments in cold chain warehouse infrastructure, modern automated systems, and expanded temperature-controlled networks to meet evolving consumer expectations for quality and speed.

Vision 2030 logistics investments—focused on integrating high-tech agriculture, smart hubs, and transport infrastructure—are transforming the market. Major government-backed projects include connecting new cold storage centers to the Fasah customs portal and the national rail grid, compressing import dwell times and reducing inland transport costs by wide margins. These policies benefit small and mid-sized shippers by enabling access to GDP-certified facilities without heavy asset expenditures, while Saudi Arabia positions itself as a regional biopharmaceutical, food, and clinical trial distribution center that demands ultra-low temperature storage down to –80 °C.

Technological advances—especially IoT-based sensors, predictive analytics, and automated warehouse management systems—are increasingly shaping Saudi cold-chain operations and service standards. Providers have adopted smart tracking, geofencing, robotic pallet handling, and advanced digital twin logistics to boost transparency, speed, and compliance with stricter regulations. Recent company upgrades, like United Warehousing’s BRC-certified Makkah facility and Cold Chain Technologies launching IoT-enabled real-time monitoring solutions, are driving operational efficiency and customer trust. Strategic partnerships, like CEVA Logistics with Almajdouie, further extend expertise and infrastructure to retailers and pharma firms, enhancing Saudi Arabia’s role as an advanced cold chain hub.

Saudi Arabia Cold Chain Logistics Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Type Insights:

• Refrigerated Warehouses
• Refrigerated Transportation
• Railways
• Airways
• Roadways
• Waterways

Application Insights:

• Fruits and Vegetables
• Bakery and Confectionery
• Dairy and Frozen Desserts
• Meat, Fish, and Seafood
• Drugs and Pharmaceuticals
• Others

Regional Insights:

• Northern and Central Region
• Western Region
• Eastern Region
• Southern Region

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.

Recent News and Developments in Saudi Arabia Cold Chain Logistics Market

• Oct 2025: Saudi cold chain firms adopt IoT and AI for real-time temperature monitoring, cutting energy costs by 20% while enhancing product safety and compliance.
• Aug 2025: United Warehousing expands Makkah facility to BRC-certified multi-temperature storage, serving pharma and food sectors with advanced warehouse management systems.
• Jun 2025: Saudi government’s National Industrial Development and Logistics Program allocates over SAR 5 billion toward cold chain infrastructure, boosting regional logistics hubs in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam.

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