South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Overview, 2029

South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Overview, 2029


South Korea's importance of cold chain logistics is deeply ingrained in the country's thriving export-oriented economy. As a significant exporter of perishable items such as agricultural produce, seafood, and processed foods, maintaining the cold chain's integrity is critical. The country's sophisticated logistics networks guarantee that these items arrive in exquisite condition, meeting high quality standards and retaining their freshness. South Korea's cold chain logistics business is a pillar of the country's economy, promoting the safe and efficient movement and storage of temperature-sensitive commodities throughout the country and beyond. South Korea's cold chain sector, known for its technological competence and sturdy infrastructure, is critical to a variety of industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Cutting-edge technical innovation is one of the defining characteristics of South Korea's cold chain logistics business. The country's commitment to R&D has resulted in the deployment of cutting-edge refrigeration systems, real-time monitoring technologies, and complex packaging techniques. These innovations not only enable perfect temperature control but also improve efficiency, traceability, and sustainability across the supply chain. The geographical peculiarities of the country underline the requirement of a strong cold chain infrastructure. South Korea's varied climate, spanning from temperate to subtropical, necessitates adaptable logistics systems to ensure product quality under various environmental conditions. To handle these many climate problems, efficient temperature-controlled transportation and storage facilities are strategically located across the country.

According to the research report ""South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Overview, 2029,"" published by Bonafide Research, the South Korea Cold Chain Logistics market is projected to reach market size of more than USD 12 Billion by 2029. The pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries rely heavily on South Korean cold chain logistics as well. With an increasing emphasis on biopharmaceutical research & development, and production, the requirement for precise temperature control across the supply chain has never been more critical. Cold chain logistics ensures that these sensitive products are distributed safely and effectively both domestically and globally. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical role of cold chain logistics in vaccine distribution in South Korea. The country's rapid and efficient vaccine distribution demonstrated the resilience and adaptability of its cold chain infrastructure in managing global health crises. The integration of diverse modes of transportation road, rail, sea, and air allows for a more smooth and efficient cold chain network. The well-developed infrastructure of South Korea enables the rapid movement of temperature-sensitive commodities across the country and to foreign markets. The country specializes at biopharmaceutical, vaccine, and other healthcare-related product distribution. The cold chain logistics infrastructure in South Korea is specifically designed to fulfill the high temperature requirements of these sensitive medical goods, assuring their safety and efficacy. The cold chain business in South Korea places a premium on ongoing innovation in packaging solutions and handling procedures. Advances in insulated packaging materials and efficient handling techniques to ensure the integrity of temperature-sensitive products are examples of this.

Based on type segment market is bifurcated into refrigerated warehouse and refrigerated transport. Refrigerated transport type is growing at rapid pace in South Korea cold chain logistics market. South Korean exports of perishable items, such as agricultural produce, seafood, and processed foods, have increased. Refrigerated transport enables the efficient and safe shipment of temperature-sensitive items to foreign markets, thereby satisfying rising demand. The rising popularity of fresh and frozen food products has raised the demand for refrigerated transportation. Refrigerated transport guarantees that high-quality, perishable items reach varied destinations while retaining their freshness. With the advent of e-commerce and online shopping, there is a greater demand for Refrigerated transport to bring fresh food and perishable goods straight to consumers doorsteps, demanding efficient and temperature-controlled delivery services. The temperature type segment of the market includes frozen and chilled. Frozen temperature type is commonly used for cold chain logistics in South Korea. Frozen temperature logistics assure a year-round supply of seasonal crops. Climate variations in South Korea have an impact on agricultural production, making frozen storage critical for ensuring a stable supply of certain perishable items regardless of seasonal shifts. When compared to refrigerated or ambient storage, frozen storage considerably increases product shelf life. This form of food preservation enables better inventory management and reduces food waste across the supply chain. South Korea is a large exporter of frozen fish items. Frozen temperature logistics are crucial in maintaining the freshness and quality of seafood during shipment to diverse worldwide markets.

Based on technology segment market includes dry ice, gel packs, eutectic plates, liquid nitrogen and quilts. Gel packs technology is gaining momentum in South Korea cold chain logistics market. Gel packs are suitable for a wide range of packing layouts and product categories. They are easily fitted into a variety of container sizes, allowing for greater flexibility in maintaining the necessary temperature range for a wide range of items. South Korean cold chain logistics are improving with innovative packaging options that incorporate gel pack technology. This includes the creation of insulated packaging that maximizes the use of gel packs for effective temperature control. The demand for excellent cold chain logistics is driven by consumer demands for fresh and high-quality items. Gel pack technology contributes to meeting market needs by ensuring that items arrive fresh and in optimal condition. The application segment of the market is divided into dairy and frozen desserts, pharmaceuticals, process food, meat, fish and seafoods, bakery and confectionery, fruits and vegetables, and others. Dairy and frozen desserts are significantly adopting cold chain logistics in South Korea. Dairy products and frozen desserts require precise temperature control to maintain quality, texture, and flavor. Cold chain logistics ensures that these products remain within the appropriate temperature range throughout the supply chain, from manufacture to consumption. Seasonally, demand for frozen desserts fluctuates. Cold chain logistics make storage and distribution of these products easier, allowing manufacturers to meet demand changes more efficiently. Advanced refrigeration and freezing technologies within cold chain logistics provide precise temperature control, maintaining the texture and flavor of frozen sweets and dairy products.

Considered in this report:
• Geography: South Korea
• Historic year: 2018
• Base year: 2023
• Estimated year: 2024
• Forecast year: 2029

Aspects covered in this report:
• South Korea Cold Chain Logistics market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Type:
• Refrigerated Warehouse
• Refrigerated Transport

By Temperature Type:
• Frozen
• Chilled

By Technology:
• Dry Ice
• Gel Packs
• Eutectic Plates
• Liquid Nitrogen
• Quilts

By Application:
• Dairy and Frozen Desserts
• Pharmaceuticals
• Process Food
• Meat, Fish & Seafoods
• Bakery and Confectionery
• Fruits and Vegetables
• Others

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, and annual reports of companies, analyzing the government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers into regional aspects, tier aspects, age groups, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience:
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to the Cold Chain Logistics industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.South Korea's importance of cold chain logistics is deeply ingrained in the country's thriving export-oriented economy. As a significant exporter of perishable items such as agricultural produce, seafood, and processed foods, maintaining the cold chain's integrity is critical. The country's sophisticated logistics networks guarantee that these items arrive in exquisite condition, meeting high quality standards and retaining their freshness. South Korea's cold chain logistics business is a pillar of the country's economy, promoting the safe and efficient movement and storage of temperature-sensitive commodities throughout the country and beyond. South Korea's cold chain sector, known for its technological competence and sturdy infrastructure, is critical to a variety of industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Cutting-edge technical innovation is one of the defining characteristics of South Korea's cold chain logistics business. The country's commitment to R&D has resulted in the deployment of cutting-edge refrigeration systems, real-time monitoring technologies, and complex packaging techniques. These innovations not only enable perfect temperature control but also improve efficiency, traceability, and sustainability across the supply chain. The geographical peculiarities of the country underline the requirement of a strong cold chain infrastructure. South Korea's varied climate, spanning from temperate to subtropical, necessitates adaptable logistics systems to ensure product quality under various environmental conditions. To handle these many climate problems, efficient temperature-controlled transportation and storage facilities are strategically located across the country. According to the research report "South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Overview, 2029," published by Bonafide Research, the South Korea Cold Chain Logistics market is projected to reach market size of more than USD 12 Billion by 2029. The pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries rely heavily on South Korean cold chain logistics as well. With an increasing emphasis on biopharmaceutical research & development, and production, the requirement for precise temperature control across the supply chain has never been more critical. Cold chain logistics ensures that these sensitive products are distributed safely and effectively both domestically and globally. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical role of cold chain logistics in vaccine distribution in South Korea. The country's rapid and efficient vaccine distribution demonstrated the resilience and adaptability of its cold chain infrastructure in managing global health crises. The integration of diverse modes of transportation road, rail, sea, and air allows for a more smooth and efficient cold chain network. The well-developed infrastructure of South Korea enables the rapid movement of temperature-sensitive commodities across the country and to foreign markets. The country specializes at biopharmaceutical, vaccine, and other healthcare-related product distribution. The cold chain logistics infrastructure in South Korea is specifically designed to fulfill the high temperature requirements of these sensitive medical goods, assuring their safety and efficacy. The cold chain business in South Korea places a premium on ongoing innovation in packaging solutions and handling procedures. Advances in insulated packaging materials and efficient handling techniques to ensure the integrity of temperature-sensitive products are examples of this. Based on type segment market is bifurcated into refrigerated warehouse and refrigerated transport. Refrigerated transport type is growing at rapid pace in South Korea cold chain logistics market. South Korean exports of perishable items, such as agricultural produce, seafood, and processed foods, have increased. Refrigerated transport enables the efficient and safe shipment of temperature-sensitive items to foreign markets, thereby satisfying rising demand. The rising popularity of fresh and frozen food products has raised the demand for refrigerated transportation. Refrigerated transport guarantees that high-quality, perishable items reach varied destinations while retaining their freshness. With the advent of e-commerce and online shopping, there is a greater demand for Refrigerated transport to bring fresh food and perishable goods straight to consumers doorsteps, demanding efficient and temperature-controlled delivery services. The temperature type segment of the market includes frozen and chilled. Frozen temperature type is commonly used for cold chain logistics in South Korea. Frozen temperature logistics assure a year-round supply of seasonal crops. Climate variations in South Korea have an impact on agricultural production, making frozen storage critical for ensuring a stable supply of certain perishable items regardless of seasonal shifts. When compared to refrigerated or ambient storage, frozen storage considerably increases product shelf life. This form of food preservation enables better inventory management and reduces food waste across the supply chain. South Korea is a large exporter of frozen fish items. Frozen temperature logistics are crucial in maintaining the freshness and quality of seafood during shipment to diverse worldwide markets. Based on technology segment market includes dry ice, gel packs, eutectic plates, liquid nitrogen and quilts. Gel packs technology is gaining momentum in South Korea cold chain logistics market. Gel packs are suitable for a wide range of packing layouts and product categories. They are easily fitted into a variety of container sizes, allowing for greater flexibility in maintaining the necessary temperature range for a wide range of items. South Korean cold chain logistics are improving with innovative packaging options that incorporate gel pack technology. This includes the creation of insulated packaging that maximizes the use of gel packs for effective temperature control. The demand for excellent cold chain logistics is driven by consumer demands for fresh and high-quality items. Gel pack technology contributes to meeting market needs by ensuring that items arrive fresh and in optimal condition. The application segment of the market is divided into dairy and frozen desserts, pharmaceuticals, process food, meat, fish and seafoods, bakery and confectionery, fruits and vegetables, and others. Dairy and frozen desserts are significantly adopting cold chain logistics in South Korea. Dairy products and frozen desserts require precise temperature control to maintain quality, texture, and flavor. Cold chain logistics ensures that these products remain within the appropriate temperature range throughout the supply chain, from manufacture to consumption. Seasonally, demand for frozen desserts fluctuates. Cold chain logistics make storage and distribution of these products easier, allowing manufacturers to meet demand changes more efficiently. Advanced refrigeration and freezing technologies within cold chain logistics provide precise temperature control, maintaining the texture and flavor of frozen sweets and dairy products. Considered in this report: • Geography: South Korea • Historic year: 2018 • Base year: 2023 • Estimated year: 2024 • Forecast year: 2029 Aspects covered in this report: • South Korea Cold Chain Logistics market with its value and forecast along with its segments • Various drivers and challenges • On-going trends and developments • Top profiled companies • Strategic recommendation By Type: • Refrigerated Warehouse • Refrigerated Transport By Temperature Type: • Frozen • Chilled By Technology: • Dry Ice • Gel Packs • Eutectic Plates • Liquid Nitrogen • Quilts By Application: • Dairy and Frozen Desserts • Pharmaceuticals • Process Food • Meat, Fish & Seafoods • Bakery and Confectionery • Fruits and Vegetables • Others The approach of the report: This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, and annual reports of companies, analyzing the government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers into regional aspects, tier aspects, age groups, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources. Intended audience: This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to the Cold Chain Logistics industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.


1. Executive Summary
2. Market Structure
2.1. Market Considerate
2.2. Assumptions
2.3. Limitations
2.4. Abbreviations
2.5. Sources
2.6. Definitions
2.7. Geography
3. Research Methodology
3.1. Secondary Research
3.2. Primary Data Collection
3.3. Market Formation & Validation
3.4. Report Writing, Quality Check & Delivery
4. South Korea Macro Economic Indicators
5. Market Dynamics
5.1. Key Findings
5.2. Key Developments - 2021
5.3. Market Drivers & Opportunities
5.4. Market Restraints & Challenges
5.5. Market Trends
5.6. Covid-19 Effect
5.7. Supply chain Analysis
5.8. Policy & Regulatory Framework
5.9. Industry Experts Views
6. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Overview
6.1. Market Size By Value
6.2. Market Size and Forecast By Type
6.3. Market Size and Forecast By Temperature Type
6.4. Market Size and Forecast By Technology
6.5. Market Size and Forecast By Application
7. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Segmentations
7.1. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market, By Type
7.1.1. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Refrigerated Warehouse, 2018-2029
7.1.2. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Refrigerated Transport, 2018-2029
7.2. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market, By Temperature Type
7.2.1. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Frozen, 2018-2029
7.2.2. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Chilled, 2018-2029
7.3. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market, By Technology
7.3.1. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Dry Ice, 2018-2029
7.3.2. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Gel Packs, 2018-2029
7.3.3. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Eutectic Plates, 2018-2029
7.3.4. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Liquid Nitrogen, 2018-2029
7.3.5. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Quilts, 2018-2029
7.4. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market, By Application
7.4.1. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Dairy and Frozen Desserts, 2018-2029
7.4.2. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Pharmaceuticals, 2018-2029
7.4.3. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Process Food, 2018-2029
7.4.4. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Meat, Fish & Seafoods, 2018-2029
7.4.5. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Bakery and Confectionery, 2018-2029
7.4.6. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Fruits and Vegetables, 2018-2029
7.4.7. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size, By Others, 2018-2029
8. South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Opportunity Assessment
8.1. By Type, 2024 to 2029
8.2. By Temperature Type, 2024 to 2029
8.3. By Technology, 2024 to 2029
8.4. By Application, 2024 to 2029
9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Porter's Five Forces
9.2. Company Profile
9.2.1. Company 1
9.2.1.1. Company Snapshot
9.2.1.2. Company Overview
9.2.1.3. Financial Highlights
9.2.1.4. Geographic Insights
9.2.1.5. Business Segment & Performance
9.2.1.6. Product Portfolio
9.2.1.7. Key Executives
9.2.1.8. Strategic Moves & Developments
9.2.2. Company 2
9.2.3. Company 3
9.2.4. Company 4
9.2.5. Company 5
9.2.6. Company 6
9.2.7. Company 7
9.2.8. Company 8
10. Strategic Recommendations
11. Disclaimer
List of Figures
Figure 1: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 2: Market Attractiveness Index, By Type
Figure 3: Market Attractiveness Index, By Temperature Type
Figure 4: Market Attractiveness Index, By Technology
Figure 5: Market Attractiveness Index, By Application
Figure 6: Porter's Five Forces of South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market
List of Table
Table 1: Influencing Factors for South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market, 2023
Table 2: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size and Forecast By Type (2018, 2023 & 2029F)
Table 3: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size and Forecast By Temperature Type (2018, 2023 & 2029F)
Table 4: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size and Forecast By Technology (2018, 2023 & 2029F)
Table 5: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size and Forecast By Application (2018, 2023 & 2029F)
Table 6: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Refrigerated Warehouse (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 7: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Refrigerated Transport (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 8: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Frozen (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 9: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Chilled (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 10: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Dry Ice (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 11: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Gel Packs (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 12: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Eutectic Plates (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 13: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Liquid Nitrogen (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 14: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Quilts (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 15: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Dairy and Frozen Desserts (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 16: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Pharmaceuticals (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 17: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Process Food (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 18: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Meat, Fish & Seafoods (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 19: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Bakery and Confectionery (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 20: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Fruits and Vegetables (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion
Table 21: South Korea Cold Chain Logistics Market Size of Others (2018 to 2029) in USD Billion

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