Portugal Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Service, Temperature Type, Application, and Region, 2025-2033

Portugal Cold Chain Logistics Market Overview:

The Portugal cold chain logistics market size reached USD 1.17 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to reach USD 3.98 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 13.03% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by the expanding pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sector requiring stringent temperature-controlled distribution, the rapid growth of e-commerce and online grocery delivery platforms demanding efficient last-mile cold chain solutions, and substantial government and private sector investments in logistics infrastructure modernization and automation technologies. The increasing demand for fresh and frozen food products, coupled with Portugal's strategic position as a European logistics gateway, is expanding the Portugal cold chain logistics market share.

Portugal Cold Chain Logistics Market Trends:

Growing Demand from Food & Pharma Sectors

The growing demand for cold chain logistics in Portugal is primarily influenced by the food and pharmaceutical industries. Perishable items, including fruits, vegetables, seafood, and meat, necessitate stringent temperature-controlled conditions for storage and transportation to preserve their quality and safety. At the same time, the pharmaceutical sector, which includes vaccines, biologics, and other temperature-sensitive medications, is increasingly dependent on dependable cold chain solutions to maintain their effectiveness. Heightened consumer expectations for fresh, high-quality products, along with more rigorous regulatory requirements for safety and traceability, are driving companies to invest in cutting-edge cold storage and refrigerated transport options. Furthermore, the increase in import and export activities is amplifying the demand for efficient cold chain infrastructure throughout the country. In May 2025, Noatum Logistics launched its first robotically assisted cold chain facility in Lisbon, Portugal, enhancing AD Ports Group’s logistics capabilities in the West Mediterranean. The 12,000 sqm warehouse features advanced technology and aims to meet increasing market demand across various industries, including food and pharmaceuticals. All these elements collectively promote the implementation of technology-driven monitoring and logistics solutions, significantly contributing to Portugal cold chain logistics market growth.

Sustainability and Green Cold Chain

Sustainability is becoming a significant priority in Portugal's cold chain logistics sector. Companies are increasingly recognizing the environmental consequences of temperature-controlled storage and transportation, especially regarding energy usage and refrigerant emissions. To combat this, operators are implementing low-GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerants, improving insulation in their cold storage facilities, and investing in energy-efficient refrigeration systems. Renewable energy options, such as solar power, are being incorporated to decrease reliance on traditional electricity sources and reduce carbon footprints. Moreover, businesses are optimizing their packaging materials and minimizing waste to enhance overall sustainability. In June 2025, Americold announced a partnership with Europastry in Portugal to enhance sustainability and efficiency in their logistics operations. The collaboration aims to cut 230 kg of CO₂ emissions monthly while providing fully integrated cold chain support to Europastry’s Trofa facility, promoting a greener food supply chain. These actions not only help comply with environmental regulations but also resonate with the rising consumer demand for environmentally friendly practices. By merging technology, improving operational efficiency, and utilizing green energy solutions, the cold chain industry is progressing toward greater environmental responsibility, fostering long-term growth in Portugal's cold chain logistics market.

Portugal Cold Chain Logistics Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on service, temperature type, and application.

Service Insights:

• Storage
• Transportation
• Value-added Service

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the service. This includes storage, transportation, and value-added service.

Temperature Type Insights:

• Chilled
• Frozen

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the temperature type have also been provided in the report. This includes chilled and frozen.

Application Insights:

• Horticulture
• Dairy Products
• Meats, Fish, and Poultry
• Processed Food Products
• Pharma, Life Sciences, and Chemicals
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes horticulture, dairy products, meats, fish, and poultry, processed food products, pharma, life sciences, and chemicals, and others.

Regional Insights:

• Norte
• Centro
• A. M. Lisboa
• Alentejo
• Others

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Norte, Centro, A. M. Lisboa, Alentejo, and others.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Portugal Cold Chain Logistics Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Portugal cold chain logistics market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the Portugal cold chain logistics market on the basis of service?
• What is the breakup of the Portugal cold chain logistics market on the basis of temperature type?
• What is the breakup of the Portugal cold chain logistics market on the basis of application?
• What is the breakup of the Portugal cold chain logistics market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Portugal cold chain logistics market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Portugal cold chain logistics market?
• What is the structure of the Portugal cold chain logistics market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Portugal cold chain logistics market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Portugal cold chain logistics market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Portugal cold chain logistics market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Portugal cold chain logistics industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.