Ho Chi Minh City, with its position as the economic locomotive of the country, plays a central role in Vietnam's logistics network and the Southeast Asia region. The explosion of e-commerce along with the increasingly high import-export demand after the pandemic has driven the logistics industry here to develop more strongly than ever. The transportation infrastructure system is gradually being completed with key projects such as Ring Road 3, T3 terminal at Tan Son Nhat Airport, along with the upgrading of Cat Lai Port – Vietnam's largest container port. All these factors create a vibrant picture for the freight forwarding market.
For manufacturing and trading businesses, choosing a reputable logistics partner is not just simply hiring transportation services but finding a strategic companion. A high-capacity logistics partner will help optimize the supply chain, minimize storage costs, shorten delivery times, and enhance competitiveness in the international market.
Based on stringent criteria on operational capacity, global network, technology application capability, and brand reputation evaluated by the business community, below is a detailed analysis of Top 10 leading logistics companies in Ho Chi Minh City in the period 2024-2025.
1. DHL Global Forwarding (Vietnam)
DHL is a familiar brand and always maintains its leading position in the global logistics industry. In the Vietnamese market, DHL Global Forwarding affirms its solid position with comprehensive and professional international freight forwarding solutions.
- Outstanding strengths: Network covering more than 220 countries and territories. DHL is a pioneer in committing to and implementing green logistics solutions (Green Logistics) to minimize carbon emissions, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050.
- Services and Solutions: Providing diverse services from air freight, sea freight, road transport to complex supply chain solutions for specific industries such as Healthcare (Life Sciences), Technology, and Automotive.
- Head office: E.town Building, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
2. Gemadept Corporation
Known as the “leading bird” of Vietnam's logistics industry, Gemadept (established in 1990) proudly is a domestic enterprise owning a complete integrated logistics ecosystem from seaports to warehousing and transportation.
- Outstanding strengths: Owning and operating a modern seaport and river port system, highlighted by the deep-water Gemalink Port in Cai Mep – Thi Vai (joint venture with CMA CGM). Gemadept is also a pioneer in cold chain logistics and automotive logistics in Vietnam.
- Head office: Gemadept Tower, Le Thanh Ton, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
3. Schenker Vietnam
Belonging to the prestigious German DB Schenker group, Schenker Vietnam has been present since 1991 and has become a trusted partner of numerous multinational corporations operating in Vietnam.
- Outstanding strengths: With over 30 years of experience in the local market combined with international standardized processes, Schenker has the capability to handle large-scale and complex cargo projects. The cross-border road transport system (Landbridge) connecting Vietnam with China and ASEAN countries is a major competitive advantage.
- Services: Multimodal transport, contract logistics (Contract Logistics), and exhibition management.
4. Transimex Corporation
Transimex is one of the leading logistics companies in Vietnam with impressive growth rate and long-standing reputation in the freight forwarding and warehousing industry.
- Outstanding strengths: Strong investment strategy in warehouse infrastructure, especially the High-Tech Park Logistics Center (SHTP Logistics Center) and modern bonded warehouses. Transimex applies advanced warehouse management technology (WMS) to optimize storage and distribution processes.
- Services: International freight forwarding agency, warehousing business, distribution centers (DC), and domestic transport.
5. Expeditors Vietnam
From the United States, Expeditors brings to the Vietnamese market lean, flexible, and highly efficient supply chain solutions, based on advanced technology platform and professional staff team.
- Outstanding strengths: The global unified IT system is Expeditors“ strongest ”weapon,” helping customers track cargo in real-time (real-time tracking) and manage orders transparently. Expeditors' customs declaration service is also highly rated for its accuracy and compliance.
- Head office: The Flemington Building, District 11, Ho Chi Minh City.
6. Vinafreight
Formerly a unit specializing in air freight forwarding, Vinafreight Joint Stock Company (established 1997) has now strongly developed into diverse logistics services, affirming a solid position in the market.
- Outstanding strengths: Deep understanding of the domestic market combined with modern management thinking. Vinafreight is very strong in sea LCL consolidation and air freight, actively participating in many prestigious international logistics associations.
- Head office: Truong Son Street, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City (near Tan Son Nhat Airport).
7. Indo Tran Logistics (ITL Corporation)
ITL Corporation is known as the “National Champion” in logistics with miraculous growth speed in recent years through smart M&A strategies.
- Outstanding strengths: ITL is the General Sales Agent (GSA) representative for more than 22 major airlines in Vietnam, possessing superior air freight capacity. In addition, the joint venture with Keppel Logistics also helps ITL enhance its capabilities in urban logistics and warehousing.
- Head office: 52 Truong Son, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
8. Bee Logistics Corporation
Although younger (established 2004) compared to some “veterans,” Bee Logistics (The Bee) has strongly risen, becoming one of the leading private logistics companies with an impressive international network.
- Outstanding strengths: Extremely flexible services highly personalized to each customer's needs. Bee Logistics is particularly strong in Asia-Europe routes and project cargo, oversized and overweight cargo transport services.
- Network: Has established offices in many countries such as Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand, India, Taiwan, Australia…
9. Kerry Integrated Logistics (Vietnam)
Kerry Logistics owns an extensive cross-border road network (KART) across Southeast Asia and China, creating a unique competitive advantage.
- Outstanding strengths: Strong connection between China and ASEAN markets. Besides B2B, Kerry is also very famous for Kerry Express express delivery service serving e-commerce (E-commerce logistics). Kerry's transshipment Hub system in Ho Chi Minh City is professionally and modernly invested.
- Head office: Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
10. Kuehne + Nagel Vietnam
As a “giant” from Switzerland, Kuehne + Nagel continuously leads the world in seafreight volume for many consecutive years.
- Outstanding strengths: The Sea Explorer platform helps customers optimize ocean shipping schedules. Kuehne + Nagel provides end-to-end integrated logistics solutions with extremely high reliability. They are also the preferred logistics partner of many pharmaceutical companies and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG).
- Head office: Vincom Center, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Conclusion and Future Trends
The logistics market in Ho Chi Minh City during 2024-2025 is witnessing a strong transformation with two main trends: Digitalization and Green Logistics. The top 10 companies mentioned above not only lead in revenue scale but are also pioneers in applying AI, Big Data technologies to supply chain management and transitioning to environmentally friendly transportation means.
Choosing to partner with these reputable units will help Vietnamese businesses and FDI enterprises be more confident on the path to the open sea, ensuring smooth and efficient goods flow.
