The discussion will highlight current challenges in chemical logistics and how 4th Party Logistics (4PL) can optimize chemical logistics. The focus will be on reducing complexity and inefficiencies by establishing a single point of contact while ensuring neutrality and independence in the logistics chain. Other topics include the simplified and centralized maintenance of rate agreements and the associated central invoicing. The focus here is on digitalization and the use of innovative solutions. Furthermore, the role of performance measurement in chemical logistics and how continuous improvement measures can be derived will be discussed. In a further aspect, the extent to which logistics service providers can take over parts of chemical logistics in chemical parks is examined so that the focus can be placed back on the value-adding core process.