Keyword: «shelving»

In the modern world, markets are developing at a rapid pace. Simultaneously with them, global economic ties in a form of logistics chains complex are developing. The geographical location of countries has a significant impact on their logistics potential and ability to compete with other countries. Germany's advantageous location in the center of Europe allows it to develop freight transportation and logistics activities successfully. As a transit country, Germany is involved in many logistics processes. The logistics industry, which includes transportation, warehousing and cargo handling, is one of the largest sectors of the German economy. Therefore, studying Germany’s experience in building and developing the logistics industry can be useful both for the countries of the European Union and other countries. The aim of the study is to analyze the current conditions of the cargo transportation and logistics market in Germany. The main trends in the development of the cargo transportation and logistics market in Germany were analyzed; main statistical indicators are presented; the state of logistics and transport infrastructures was studied; the areas of government support for the logistics industry are considered. A conclusion is formulated about the high development of the logistics industry and the cargo transportation market in Germany, about the effective use of digital platforms, technologies, and modern transport equipment in the logistics industry.