Despite various factors working against it, United States 2013 third-party logistics (3PL) gross revenue again saw annual gains, up 3.2 percent over 2012 at $146.4 billion, according to data released by supply chain consultancy Armstrong & Associates.
Armstrong said in the report that while global trade and economic activity serve as the “ultimate drivers” of 3PL market growth, the maturity of competitive service offerings and the size of major players contribute to slower growth rates.
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