Georgia’s transportation and logistics sector plays a critical role in the country’s economy. This is due to its geographic location between Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, and the Middle East. Georgia is positioned along the Silk Road trade routes, allowing the country to be a key corridor connecting the Black Sea region to Asia.
In recent years, the sector has experienced steady expansion. In 2024 the transportation and storage sector generated about 9.7 billion GEL in output. Representing roughly 6.6% of Georgia’s total economic output, highlighting its importance to the national economy.
Cargo Volumes and Sector Growth
In 2024 approximately 31 million tons of cargo were transported to, from, and through the country, marking a 5% year-over-year increase.
Transit shipments dominate Georgia’s logistics flows:
- 55% of cargo consists of transit goods moving between regions.
- 37% represents imports, while
- 8% represents exports.
The sector has steadily grown the past few years, with cargo turnover at roughly 5% annually between 2015 and 2024. Forecasts suggest continued growth of around 5.5% per year through 2028.
Key Transportation Modes
Road Freight
Road transport is the dominant freight mode in Georgia. In 2024, road freight volumes reached 14.8 million tons, the highest level recorded in the country’s history about 4% higher than the previous year. Road transport accounts for the majority of domestic freight movements providing flexible connections between logistics hubs, ports, and neighboring countries.
Rail Freight
Rail transport also plays a major role in Georgia’s logistics network. In 2024, the rail system transported 13.7 million tons of cargo, demonstrating stable demand for rail freight services across regional trade routes. The railway network connects Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Black Sea ports. Strengthening Georgia’s role as an important part of the Trans-Caspian “Middle Corridor” trade route linking Asia and Europe.
Ports and Maritime Logistics
Georgia’s Black Sea ports handle a significant share of cargo moving through the country. In 2024 ports and terminals processed around 15.6 million tons of cargo, reflecting a 6% increase from the previous year. These ports act as gateways for goods entering and leaving the Caucasus region. Serving as key nodes within international supply chains.
Air Cargo
Although smaller than other modes, the air freight sector is growing rapidly. In 2024 air cargo volumes increased by 34%, reaching 26.2 thousand tons, indicating rising demand for fast delivery and high-value shipments.
Warehousing and Logistics Infrastructure
Georgia’s logistics infrastructure includes warehouses, distribution centers, and multimodal transport hubs supporting regional trade. The country currently has about 2.2 million square meters of warehouse capacity, with 90% used for dry storage and 10% for refrigerated storage.
Demand for logistics space is increasing quickly. Warehouse demand is expected to grow by about 9% annually through 2028, driven by expanding trade, construction materials, agriculture, and consumer goods distribution.
Most warehouse capacity is concentrated in major economic centers:
- Tbilisi – 68% of space
- Kutaisi – 17%
- Poti – 5%
- Batumi – 5%
Transportation and logistics remain vital components of Georgia’s economy. With rising cargo volumes, expanding warehouse capacity, with growing integration into regional trade corridors, the sector continues to evolve. Georgia’s location between Europe and Asia, combined with increasing trade flows, positions the country as an emerging logistics hub in the Caucasus region.
Sources
- TBC Capital – Overview of the Transportation Sector in Georgia (2024)
Provides statistics on cargo volumes, road and rail freight, port throughput, and air cargo growth.
https://bm.ge/en/news/overview-of-transportation-sector-in-georgia-2024-tbc-capital - TRACECA – Share of the Transport and Logistics Sector in Georgia’s Economy
Data on sector output (9.7 billion GEL), GDP share (~6.6%), and total cargo transported (31 million tons).
https://traceca.ge/en/news/theshareofthetransportandlogisticssectorinthegeorgianeconomy - TBC Capital – Transport and Warehousing Sector Analysis
Analysis of cargo turnover growth and forecasts for logistics sector expansion.
https://www.gbc.ge/en/news/Economics-news/tbc-capital-evaluates-georgias-transport-and-warehousing-sector - Investor.ge – Mapping Growth and Gaps in Georgia’s Logistics Sector
Data on warehouse capacity (≈2.2 million m²), regional distribution, and demand growth.
https://www.investor.ge/2025/10/23/investment-news-34/ - GBC – Georgia Warehouse Market and Demand Forecast
Information on warehouse demand growth (≈9% annually) and logistics infrastructure expansion.
https://www.gbc.ge/en/news/finanse/tbc-capital-demand-for-warehousing-capacity-is-projected-to-grow-by-9-between-2025-and-2028