GCC Logistics Industry Assessment 2020 - Post COVID-19 Growth Opportunities Will Be Driven by Digital Freight Platforms, Warehousing Automation, and Last-mile Delivery Solutions

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DUBLIN, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Digitalization, Infrastructure, and Connectivity Set to Transform the GCC Logistics Industry, 2020" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The logistics industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is evolving rapidly driven by increasing non-oil sector contribution to GDP, infrastructure development, the emergence of free trade zones and industrial parks, and increased trade cooperation.

Governments in the region have undertaken policy measures to reduce their dependency on oil exports by strengthening economic diversification initiatives, tax reforms, improving the investment climate, and increasing investment in food security and encouraging private sector participation. The region's geographical location on the trans-continental trade has facilitated its focus on the development of logistics hubs for both domestic and transit goods.

Stringent containment measures to arrest the spread of Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) have resulted in a sharp decline in economic and trade activities. Some of these measures include the imposition of travel restrictions, border closures, and lockdowns which have impacted freight capacity and flow of goods in the GCC region. The region is anticipated to see a contraction in the first two quarters of 2020. As the curfews and lockdowns are relaxed, trade activities are expected to pick up in the second half of 2020.

During the rebound phase from the pandemic, digital transformation initiatives are likely to be undertaken in the region with the support of government initiatives which call for the application of digital technologies in both government and private sectors. United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) are likely to emerge as front runners in technology adoption in the areas of customs clearance and port terminal operations. The logistics start-up ecosystem has benefited from government initiatives, increased internet penetration, and mobile technologies. Modern warehouses are becoming automated with more use of robotics, and companies are experimenting with the use of autonomous vehicles and drones for efficient and faster last-mile deliveries.

Advancements in digital technologies are expected to influence manned and unmanned connected autonomous transportation as well as connected physical transportation infrastructure driven by the application of smart sensors. In addition, automation, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and Big Data analytics are expected to either transform or disrupt logistics service offerings.

Key Issues Addressed

What are the key freight market and warehousing trends that are likely to shape the future of the GCC logistics industry? What is the impact of COVID-19 on the GCC economy and on the logistics industry?
What are the major digital technologies that are transforming freight transportation, warehousing, logistics, and supply chain solutions, and what is their impact on logistics industry value chain participants?
What are the emerging business model-driven disruptive digital technologies that are expected to open up new business opportunities for service providers?
What are the strategic considerations for leading logistics business through the COVID-19 crisis period?

Key Topics Covered

1. Executive Summary

Executive Summary - Key Developments in 2019
Executive Summary - Industry Size by Country and Segments
Executive Summary - Logistics Industry Outlook
Digitalization and the Emergence of Digital Platforms
Key Findings - Top Predictions for 2020

2. Research Scope and Segmentation

Research Scope
Definitions
Research Aim and Objectives
Key Questions this Study will Answer
Research Background

3. Key Trends to Watch - Transportation and Logistics Industry

COVID-19 - Confirmed Cases and Recovery Rates
GCC - Government Response to COVID-19
GCC - Economic Profile and Key Indicators
Economic Diversification and Logistics Capacity Development
Regional Trade Integration and Transhipment Hub
Demography and Changing Structure of Population
Farm Outsourcing and Transformations in Food
Expo2020 Dubai and Logistics Growth Prospects
Logistics Technologies and Segments
Digitalization and Logistics Process Automation

4. GCC Logistics Industry - Regional Outlook

Industry Structure by Segments
Logistics Industry Size Forecasts
Regional Logistics Industry - GCC
Logistics Industry Segments
Classification of Logistics Service Providers
Key Industry Challenges
COVID-19 Impact and Measures
Major Service Providers in Action

5. GCC Freight Transportation Trends

Sea Freight - Container Throughput
Sea Freight - General and Bulk Cargo
Sea Freight Developments
Digitalization of Port Infrastructure
Air Freight - Cargo Handled by Major Airports
Air and Sea Freight Partnerships
Logistics Start-ups - Freight Management and Tracking
Road Freight
GCC Rail Freight

6. GCC Freight Forwarding Trends

Digital Forwarding Solutions
Digital Technologies

7. GCC Warehousing Market Trends

Warehouse Clusters
Warehousing Service Providers
Economic Free Zones and Major Economic Cities
Digital Warehouse Technologies

8. GCC CEP Market Trends

eCommerce and Innovations in Last-Mile Delivery
Competitive Environment - CEP
eCommerce Logistics - Cross-border
Digital Technologies
Last-Mile Delivery Innovations
Logistics Start-ups - Last-Mile Delivery

9. Growth Opportunities and Companies to Action

Key Growth Opportunities
Growth Opportunity - Logistics Services
Strategic Imperatives for Success and Growth

10. The Last Word

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