Global Ocean Freight Forwarding Market Share by End-User (2025)

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Retail and Electronics Lead Ocean Freight Forwarding Market Share in 2025

Published by MMR Statistics Reserch Team, December 2025

Demand diversification played a central role in shaping logistics strategies in 2025 as operators aligned shipping networks with industries driving global trade flows. In 2025, the Global Ocean Freight Forwarding Market was valued at a significant level, led by sectors with high cargo throughput and time-critical distribution requirements. Retail and e-commerce accounted for 25.53%, reinforcing its position as the strongest demand contributor due to accelerated cross-border consumer fulfilment. Electronics represented 19.95%, supported by continuous technology upgrades and the movement of high-value components across established manufacturing hubs. Automotive freight held 19.09%, reflecting the ongoing need for efficient transport of vehicles and parts in major export economies. Industrial and machinery shipments secured 17.77%, while food and beverage maintained 9.84% and others held 7.81%. The global ocean freight forwarding market in 2025 demonstrated a structured end-user distribution where consumer-focused and technology-driven sectors influenced service expansion, while core industrial demand ensured consistent trade activity across shipping routes.

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Global

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2025

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Maximize Market Research Pvt. Ltd

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http://www.maximizemarketresearch.com

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Maximize Market Research Pvt. Ltd

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http://www.maximizemarketresearch.com

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