1、 growth and implications for the future of Europes industrial and logistics sectorFuture GazingIndustrial and logistics for Europes futureFUTURE GAZING INDUSTRIAL AND LOGISTICS FOR EUROPES FUTURE2KEY QUESTIONSHow will demographic changes impact demand for industrial and logistics space in Europe?The

2、 growth in the number of households across Europe will drive increased demand for industrial and logistics space.In the UK,each household requires 10.1 sq m of such space.Based on EU growth forecasts,an additional 30 million sq m will be needed over the next five years.However,demand will vary due t

3、o differences in lifestyles,levels of urbanisation,and economic profiles across Europe.123How are changing lifestyles influencing the industrial and logistics sector?The relationship between households and industrial space is evolving.In the UK,floorspace per household has increased from 9.5 sq m to

4、 10.1 sq m over the past decade,driven by urbanisation,rising incomes,and increased online retail activity.As lifestyles across Europe continue to evolve and populations become more urbanised,demand for industrial and logistics space per household is expected to rise.How will the growth of urban pop

5、ulations impact locational preferences within the logistics sector?As urban populations grow,demand for logistics space near major cities will continue to rise.For example,Pariss expanding population is expected to drive demand for approximately 3.2 million sq m of additional logistics space,with 78

6、9,000 sq m needed within or near the city.Typically,20-25%of industrial space is allocated for last-mile delivery within a hub-and-spoke model.FUTURE GAZING INDUSTRIAL AND LOGISTICS FOR EUROPES FUTURE3How are trade routes and shifting supply chains shaping logistics networks in Europe?Logistics netw