The term “Contract Logistics” refers to a long-term, contractually regulated partnership between a company and a logistics service provider. Within this cooperation, the provider takes over essential logistics tasks such as transportation, warehousing, picking, and distribution, often complemented by value-added services like assembly, packaging, or returns management. The goal is to design the entire logistics chain efficiently and tailor it to the customer’s specific requirements. Contract logistics therefore represents customized logistics solutions that go far beyond pure transport services and create strategic added value.
Typical terms used in the context of Contract Logistics are: Warehouse logistics, Value Added Services, Supply Chain Management and Logistics solutions