Latin America Pharmaceutical Logistics Market: Forecast Analysis 2024-2032
According to Triton’s report, the Latin America pharmaceutical logistics market is estimated to advance with a CAGR of 7.01% during the forecast years 2024-2032.
The pharmaceutical distribution industry in Latin America is notably fragmented, comprising numerous small companies. Identifying a reliable distributor remains a significant challenge for pharmaceutical firms, necessitating a meticulous screening process. Despite these challenges, the region’s robust industry makes it an attractive market for ambitious pharmaceutical manufacturers and logistics companies. Besides, players from the US and Europe are keen to expand their reach in the region. For instance, DHL Supply Chain expanded its footprint in Mexico by acquiring New Transport Applications (NTA), a specialist in pharmaceutical and healthcare logistics, in 2022. Hence, such developments support the growth of the pharmaceutical logistics market.
Brazil leads the pharmaceutical logistics market, obtaining $2596.25 million in 2023
As Brazil imports around 95% of the raw materials for medicine production, fluctuations in freight costs and the rising dollar have escalated production expenses. This surge in costs has led to significant price increases for finished pharmaceutical products.
In response to these challenges, Brazil implemented a national medicines reverse logistics system (MRLS) in 2020 to ensure the proper disposal and potential reuse of medicines. This initiative complements existing local systems that have been in place since 2002, though there is no integration between the national and local systems.
According to the World Bank, Brazil allocates about 10.31% of its GDP to healthcare. Moreover, pharmaceutical exports reached approximately $1.1 billion in 2021. This increased spending on drugs and vaccines is fueling the expansion of the pharmaceutical logistics market.
Market Forecast for Mexico
According to the National Chamber of the Pharmaceutical Industry of Mexico, pharmaceutical production in Mexico saw around 36% increase in 2022, marking the first instance of double-digit growth in a decade. Additionally, the nation’s pharmaceutical industry has made impressive strides in export capabilities. In 2023, Mexico exported 165 out of the 350 critical pharmaceutical and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) products identified by the International Trade Administration to the United States. Hence, all these developments are creating lucrative opportunities for pharmaceutical logistics companies to a large extent.
The market is branched into component, logistics type, therapy area, and pharma type. The component section further includes storage, monitoring components, and transportation.
The storage segment is a vital component of the pharmaceutical logistics market, comprising primarily warehouses and refrigerated containers. Warehouses serve as central hubs in the pharmaceutical supply chain, facilitating the efficient distribution of products. By connecting pharmaceutical manufacturers with healthcare providers, warehouses ensure the effective and secure distribution of medical goods. A heightened focus on the proper storage of temperature-sensitive supplements drives the growth of the storage segment.
The notable companies thriving in the pharmaceutical logistics market comprise Medline Industries LP, Kuehne + Nagel, Marken (Acquired by UPS), SEKO Logistics, and United Parcel Service (UPS).
Medline Industries LP, the largest privately-owned distributor and manufacturer of medical supplies, offers a diverse range of products, support services, and educational resources across the healthcare sector. Medline’s core team comprises clinicians, researchers, engineers, financial experts, and over 1,200 direct sales representatives. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, Medline has evolved into a leading supplier of clinical solutions and medical products, serving clients across multiple regions, including Latin America.
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