South Coast Logistics Holdings Limited has been acquired by Katoen Natie. Both South Coast Logistics and Katoen Natie are proud family-owned companies, each with a long-standing tradition of excellence and commitment to their people and clients.

South Coast Logistics, under the stewardship of the O’Flynn family for 50 years, has become a trusted partner in the Irish logistics sector, serving the pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and food manufacturing industries. Headquartered in Fermoy, Co. Cork, it operates a fleet of over 80 trucks and maintains facilities near Cork and Dublin ports.

Katoen Natie, also family-owned and headquartered in Belgium, operates in over 35 countries and is recognised for its innovative, asset-based approach and long-term partnerships.

This acquisition marks an important milestone for both organisations and will enable South Coast Logistics to benefit from Katoen Natie’s global expertise and resources.

This acquisition strengthens Katoen Natie’s position in the Irish and international logistics markets and supports the group’s long-term growth strategy. It allows it, and its subsidiary company, Indaver, to leverage South Coast Logistics' market reputation and expertise to solidify its footprint on the island. The existing management team at South Coast Logistics will remain in place, ensuring continuity and stability for all stakeholders.

The proposed acquisition by Katoen Natie International SA, of sole control of South Coast Logistics Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries, Southcoast Tankers Limited, South Coast Logistics Limited and Junction 15 Commercials Limited, is subject to Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) approval.

RDJ advised South Coast Logistics on its acquisition.

Röhlig Logistics announced the acquisition of a 10.0% minority stake in the Latin America-based company OnBoard Logistics. With this move, the Company is deepening its long-standing partnership with OnBoard founder Pablo Martinez and is sustainably expanding its presence in Latin America.

The collaboration with Pablo Martinez began back in 2006, when he represented Röhlig with his former company Procargo as an agent in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay and Uruguay. In 2014, Martinez founded OnBoard Logistics, which today has over 350 employees in 15 countries and has established itself as an important player in the Latin American markets.

With the strategic minority stake in OnBoard Logistics, Röhlig will significantly improve its coverage throughout Latin America. While Röhlig already has a strong presence in Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile and Uruguay, OnBoard offers the opportunity to gain a foothold in further emerging markets in the region under the brand ‘Powered by Röhlig’.

This pivotal move gives Röhlig a lasting impact in Latin America, expanding its network coverage and service offering for global customers. Combined with consistent customer support, full visibility by using the same operating system CW1 and certified quality standards, it ensures it delivers reliable, high-quality solutions across the region.

International Distribution Services, owner of Royal Mail, has acquired a 49.0% stake in Collect+, marking a major milestone in the Company’s multi-channel strategy to make collecting, sending and returning parcels as convenient as possible. Following the investment, almost 8,000 Collect+ convenience stores will feature Royal Mail Shop branding.

The launch of the Royal Mail Shop brand creates a new and improved high street destination for all customers’ parcel needs in one location.

The new high street brand will be a one stop destination for collecting, sending and returning parcels, selling Royal Mail postage at the shops for the first time and open during extended hours including evenings and weekends. Selling postage over the counter gives customers the option of paying when they get to the shop rather than doing so beforehand online. This service is now live in 500 shops and will be rolled out more widely in the coming months.

Royal Mail and Collect+ first partnered in May 2024 to meet rising consumer demand for convenient parcel drop-off and collection points. Since then, Royal Mail customers have been able to drop-off returns and pre-paid parcels at almost 8,000 Collect+ locations across the UK.

Last month, Vinted became Royal Mail’s first partner to offer its customers collection from the stores. More of Royal Mail’s retail partners will follow soon to offer collection to the shops under the new Royal Mail Shop brand.

The new Royal Mail Shop outlets will fulfil demand for face-to-face parcel services on the high street that are open for extended hours, including during evenings and weekends. They are part of Royal Mail’s rapidly expanded network of almost 24,000 Parcel Points - including 2,000 lockers, 11,500 Post Office branches, 1,200 Royal Mail Customer Service Points and 1,400 parcel postboxes – the largest multi-channel parcel network in the UK.

Effective 30 September 2025, Hub Group closed on the previously announced acquisition of certain assets of Marten Intermodal. The acquisition adds approximately 1,200 refrigerated containers and intermodal commercial relationships with a diversified group of shippers within the food and beverage industry. This continues Hub’s strategic investment of capital within the core business to support growing volumes and improved network fluidity.

Effective 08 September 2025, Hub Group also closed on the acquisition of certain of the assets of West-Coast final mile provider SITH, LLC. The acquisition is consistent with Hub Group’s strategic plan to grow Final Mile, expand network capacity and improve profitability.

Terms were not disclosed.

TVS Supply Chain Solutions has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, TVS SCS North America, aspires to become a US$500.0 million revenue business, building on a sustained 20.0% CAGR over the past four years, and maintaining strong growth momentum in the region.

Further to this, the Company announced the inauguration of its new 20,903 m2 build-to-suit facility in Waterloo, Iowa. The state-of-the-art facility expands TVS SCS’ footprint in the US Midwest and strengthens its ability to serve local manufacturers and key clients. The new facility will also enhance TVS SCS’ capability to deliver manufacturing support services such as value-added assembly, kitting, sequencing, and just-in-time delivery.

With 95.0% of its capacity already committed, the facility is a testament to the strong demand for the Company’s services. Equipped with advanced automation and robotic technology, this facility is designed to maximise operational efficiency, reduce lead times, and deliver unparalleled service quality. These advanced technologies enable it to serve clients’ evolving needs with agility and precision, positioning it to achieve faster and stronger growth in the US market.

This new facility is the second TVS SCS location in the state and features 632 m2 of office space, a driver’s lounge, 30 loading dock doors and two drive-in doors. TVS SCS is currently building another 20,903 m2 facility in the region, which will be go live next quarter. TVS SCS’ first facility in the state is located in Iowa City.

DHL eCommerce is moving from partnership to full ownership of APM Solutions in Poland, taking over the parcel locker network that the Company built together with Cainiao. With full ownership, DHL eCommerce will accelerate the rollout of DHL Box 24/7 parcel lockers, targeting 10,000 units by the end of next year.

DHL sees this transaction as a milestone in expanding the logistics ecosystem in Poland, giving merchants and consumers more choice, convenience, and flexibility in how they send and receive parcels.

The deal is a part of DHL eCommerce’s broader European strategy: over the past three years, DHL has invested an average of €235.0 million annually in Poland, with further expansion planned across the region.

In 2023, DHL eCommerce Solutions and Cainiao Network signed an agreement, under which DHL purchased part of the equity securities of Cainiao's subsidiary in Poland. The partnership aimed to improve the quality and speed of Poland's out-of-home delivery (OOH), with the aspiration of forming one of Poland's largest access point networks.

DP World has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with global commerce platform PayPal to collaborate on a first-of-its-kind digital payments initiative designed to simplify and speed-up cross-border trade.

The agreement, which could see transactions executed in minutes rather than taking up to a week reflects DP World’s continued commitment to creating a secure and scalable marketplace for digital payments. DP World’s Digital Payments initiative will enable international merchants, shippers, exporters, importers, and marketplaces to complete cross-border payments with greater transparency, lower costs, and faster settlement times.

In logistics, speed and transparency mean everything and payments linked to logistics are no different, which is why DP World has undertaken its Digital Payments initiative. The collaboration with PayPal is part of this initiative which aims to provide customers with reliable options for cross-border payments that are faster, and more transparent, than traditional systems without compromising security. By simplifying global transactions, DP World is enabling businesses of every size to grow, move faster, and operate more efficiently across markets.

PayPal believe that for too long, global businesses have been underserved by traditional cross-border payment systems. By combining DP World’s global supply chain expertise with PayPal’s trusted and secure payments infrastructure, the platform is designed to reduce friction in international trade and support businesses with greater efficiency and confidence.

DHL Supply Chain has announced the launch of its DHL ReTurn Network in North America, a nationwide multi-client reverse logistics solution designed to help businesses manage returns more efficiently and sustainably.

According to the National Retail Federation, US consumers returned over US$890.0 billion worth of merchandise in 2024, a 15.0% increase over 2023. Additionally, Shopify reports that the cost to process a return can range from 20.0% to 65.0% of the product’s original value, further eroding margins. With DHL ReTurn Network, companies are able to achieve 10.0% to 50.0% off in total savings by taking advantage of the network of purpose-built, multi-client facilities.

Since acquiring Inmar Supply Chain Solutions, the Company has systematically integrated DHL’s operational expertise and advanced technology to address the growing complexity and costs associated with returns.

The new network expands DHL’s capabilities beyond dedicated distribution centres by offering 11 strategically located, purpose-built facilities that streamline returns processing for multiple customers and product types within shared centres. The ReTurn Network, which integrates with returns initiators, drop-off hosts, and direct mail returns, enables businesses to implement a complete reverse logistics operation without needing additional infrastructure.

The national network of shared facilities reduces warehousing, labour, and transportation costs while optimising the handling and disposition of returned goods. It also provides customers with greater flexibility for managing fluctuating inventories and warehouse space during times of increased market volatility.

In addition to offering cost savings and scalability, customers benefit from DHL ReTurn Network’s proprietary purpose-built technology ReSKU, a decision-tree-based processing engine that standardises and accelerates returns decisions. Additionally, DHL’s advanced analytics track returns and provide data-driven insights to reduce friction associated with returns processing. The Company also offers comprehensive remarketing and liquidation services to help customers recover value from returned goods while reducing landfill waste.

Strategically positioned near major distribution centres, the Network minimises transportation time from return points, reducing carbon emissions. Additionally, by combining advanced technology with recommerce partnerships, DHL identifies saleable goods for restocking or routes them to secondary markets. The goal is to keep products in circulation and out of landfills. Through proven processes, it is able to divert up to 99.0% of consumer returns from landfills and have kept over 200 million pounds of returned goods from landfills in 2024 alone.

The ReTurn Network allows DHL to serve a broader market, from emerging brands to established retailers, without requiring customers to overhaul existing distribution strategies.

In addition to the launch of the DHL ReTurn Network, DHL has acquired the technology rights from brand-owned recommerce provider Arrive Recommerce, further expanding its remarketing solutions to customers.

DP World has opened a new freight forwarding office in Porto Alegre, further expanding its network in Brazil and strengthening its role as an end-to-end logistics provider across Latin America. Located in the Mercosul Center Building on Avenida Carlos Gomes, the new office positions DP World at the heart of Southern Brazil’s industrial hub. The region is home to major export industries including food and beverage, footwear, automotive, petrochemicals, and metal-mechanical manufacturing.

The Porto Alegre office offers a comprehensive suite of freight forwarding services, including FCL (full container load) and LCL (less than container load) ocean freight, air freight, and domestic road container transport. Additional services such as warehousing, international cargo insurance, and customs clearance will provide customers with fully integrated solutions that enhance visibility, efficiency, and security throughout the cargo cycle.

Porto Alegre is DP World’s sixth freight forwarding office in Brazil, joining locations in Santos, São Paulo, Campinas, Itajaí, and Curitiba. A Rio de Janeiro office is planned for later this year, with additional locations in Manaus and Fortaleza to follow by 2026. Together, these investments will create approximately 200 new direct jobs across sales, operations, and administration, underscoring DP World’s long-term commitment to Brazil’s logistics sector.

The expansion complements DP World’s integrated operations at the Port of Santos, one of Brazil’s largest private multipurpose terminals. Ongoing investments there will increase container handling capacity to 1.7 million TEUs annually by 2026, further aligning port, terminal, and logistics capabilities.

Since 2023, DP World has opened more than 180 freight forwarding offices worldwide – including 35 across the Americas – as part of its mission to build more resilient and connected trade networks. The Company’s Latin America logistics footprint now spans strategic locations across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, and Suriname.

Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) has added two new cargo flights to its weekly schedule following an agreement with Colombian airline Avianca Cargo. Starting October 2025, the South American airline will operate flights to and from the Dutch airport with an Airbus A330, which has a maximum payload capacity of 61 tons.

The additional routes will contribute to the upward trend in air cargo volumes that the airport has witnessed this year. In the first eight months of 2025, MST saw a 25.0% increase in cargo volumes in comparison to the same period last year.

Growth has been bolstered by the expansion of operations by Turkish Cargo and Emirates SkyCargo, as well as the arrival of My Freighter and Ethiopian Cargo.

Connecting Quito, Miami, Maastricht, and Zaragoza, Avianca will import flowers from South America to Europe and export clothing for a prominent high-street fashion chain in Europe.

ITS Logistics has announced the launch of its Battery Logistics Hubs, a dedicated network of integrated distribution space and transportation solutions that provide greater flexibility within the heavily-regulated lithium-ion battery sector. With demand trends and supply chain challenges putting pressure on the electric vehicle (EV) industry, ITS aims to offer manufacturers and Tier 1 automakers safe, compliance-ready, and scalable operations tailored to today’s market.

The EV battery market has seen exceptional volatility over the past year, with geopolitical tension influencing both supply and demand. Tariffs on rare earth minerals as well as lithium-ion cells represent a threat to domestic EV battery production. Additionally, the rollback of the federal EV tax credit, which offered consumers up to US$7,500 in tax credit for purchasing electric vehicles, is expected to decrease EV sales in the short term. Still, market optimism persists. Despite uncertainty, US EV passenger vehicle sales are set to more than double by 2030, representing 27.0% of total passenger car sales. While automakers anticipate a slight correction following record-high sales in August, most experts agree consumers will continue to purchase EVs for their environmental benefits and lower gasoline costs. For now, many brands are augmenting their strategy to include a mix of hybrid and ICE models in addition to all-electric vehicles.

Lithium-ion batteries are high-value, hazardous, and subject to strict oversight across transport and storage. They require compliance with DOT and IMDG regulations in transit, and must meet NFPA 855, FM Global, and insurer requirements in storage. Variations in chemistry, packaging, and state-of-charge add operational complexity that traditional logistics networks can struggle to adapt to real-time demand and customer needs.

To address this, ITS Logistics has developed multi-tenant, campus-style Battery Hubs in Indianapolis and Dallas, designed to flex capacity up or down as demand shifts, support new model launches or recalls, and provide geographic diversity across the US for regional agility. The network balances flexibility with critical needs for battery supply chains, including:

> Fire suppression and environmental monitoring systems designed specifically for lithium-ion risk and aligned with upcoming regulatory changes.
> Boots-on-the-ground, extensively trained operators and hazmat-certified staff executing battery-specific procedures and compliance documentation.
> FTZ-ready space for managing imports, completing assembly tasks, and protecting cash flow.
> Integrated hazmat-certified transportation across road, intermodal, and drayage, seamlessly coordinated with warehousing to reduce handoffs and delays.

Kuehne + Nagel has opened its first independent office and warehouse in Hafnafjördur, Iceland. From the location at the harbour, a team of 13 experienced specialists will provide customers with services in sea and air logistics, as well as customs solutions.

While Kuehne + Nagel have had a presence in Iceland for decades, this is the first time it has a fully independent operation.

Iceland is a high-potential market. Iceland’s export industries have seen significant growth with a surging tourism sector, contributing to a higher demand for imported general cargo. Also, the fish farming industry, which produced 54,800 tonnes of fish in 2024, is projected to further increase in the coming years.

In sea logistics, Kuehne + Nagel will offer services from Denmark, Sweden, Belgium, and The Netherlands for Less-than-Container-Load and Full-Container-Load, while export market will be focusing mainly on reefer containers meeting the demands of the fish industry. As the largest air logistics provider, Kuehne + Nagel Iceland will further strengthen the global team by offering connections to world markets through its perishable’s gateways in London, Amsterdam, and Liege with a focus on exports of farmed fish.

Nippon Express has announced that MD Logistics completed renovation of the South Area of its largest logistics base in Plainfield, in the US state of Indiana in July. As a result, the entire facility, with a total area of approximately 37,000 m2, will begin operating as a cGMP-compliant facility dedicated to pharmaceutical products.

Indiana is a critical Midwest logistics hub in the US and home to many pharmaceutical and life science companies. Demand for temperature-controlled, cGMP-compliant logistics facilities has grown rapidly in recent years, and MD Logistics has responded with a phased renovation of its facilities.

In September 2024, the North Area (approx. 18,500 m2) of the same location was refurbished to make it a cGMP-compliant facility dedicated to pharmaceuticals offering two temperature zones: a constant-temperature zone (15-25C) and a refrigerated zone (2-8C). With the recent renovation of the South Area (approx. 18,500 m2), the entire facility can now operate as a dedicated pharmaceutical warehouse.

The South Area renovation has created a constant-temperature area (15-25C) that provides an optimal storage environment for ensuring the quality of pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, and other health-related products. This will enable MD Logistics to respond flexibly to demand from new customers as well as existing ones, and to meet the needs of the expanding life science and pharmaceutical industries.

The NX Group will continue supporting customers in the global pharmaceutical industry by building a reliable and secure global pharmaceutical logistics platform with the aim of contributing to human health around the world.

Yusen Logistics has completed the worldwide deployment of "Yusen Vantage Focus - Book" (YVF - Book), marking a transformative advancement in digital freight management.

Following successful launches in Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Brazil, Chile, across Europe, and Japan, Yusen Logistics has rapidly expanded the platform’s coverage to include China, the US, Mexico, Canada, Argentina, all Southeast Asian and Oceanian countries within its operational footprint, Korea, and Taiwan in 2025 — establishing a unified digital booking ecosystem across its international network.

YVF - Book introduces a comprehensive digital booking platform, offering air and ocean freight booking with real-time tracking and centralised document management. The interface supports multiple languages and regional requirements to meet local needs and compliance while preserving seamless connectivity across Yusen Logistics’ global network — enabling consistent, reliable shipment management for customers worldwide.

Key features of YVF - Book:

1. Advanced Booking: Place bookings directly on the platform for a seamless, convenient experience with a few clicks.
2. Shipping Instructions Submission: Submit shipping instructions through the platform to simplify processes and eliminate manual paperwork.
3. Centralised Management: Review and manage all shipment documents and information in one place for a comprehensive overview at a glance.
4. Real-time Visibility: Track shipments in real time with live status updates and milestone tracking, keeping all parties informed throughout the journey.
5. Effective Communication: Bring all stakeholders together to minimise delays and ensure smooth collaboration throughout the shipping process.

Yusen Logistics is committed to enhancing YVF - Book with new capabilities and improvements to better serve customer needs. We will continue to roll out additional features and optimisations in the future.

Arvato is continuing to expand its global footprint in the fast-growing data centre logistics segment. With new services provided by ATC, specialised in data centre logistics and part of Arvato since January 2025, the Company has now entered the US market with the start of operations in Des Moines, Iowa.

After expanding services in Frankfurt and Dubai, the Go-Live in Des Moines marks the first of several planned sites in the US, with additional locations in Atlanta, GA, Milwaukee, WI, and Dulles, VA already planned.

In Des Moines, Arvato has launched operations for one of its largest hyperscaler clients, offering services ranging from warehousing and white-glove last-mile delivery to cabling, staging, and high-precision equipment handling. Among the latest innovations is the deployment of liquid-cooled server racks, a high-performance solution for thermal management in modern data centres, which has not yet been introduced in Europe.

The US teams will benefit from a global network of data centre specialists during the setup. Team members from hubs in Frankfurt, London, and Dublin contributed to the ramp-up and training efforts in the US, ensuring service quality and safety standards are aligned with international benchmarks.

The US market entry is the latest step in the strategic integration of ATC, the Irish logistics company that became part of Arvato earlier this year. With this strong expertise in technical logistics and white-glove data centre services, Arvato has significantly expanded its service capabilities for the digital infrastructure sector.

By embedding scalable processes, advanced technologies, and a unified global delivery model, Arvato support clients in meeting the increasing complexity and speed of modern digital infrastructure projects.

FedEx has launched a new four-day-a-week 767 flight between Dublin, Ireland, and Indianapolis, Indiana, US, the second-largest hub in the Company’s network. The new direct air freight lane will allow goods from Dublin to bypass congested coastal gateways and arrive at their destination one day faster. It also provides US shippers with a strategic transatlantic link to Europe’s growing innovation centres for industries such as high-tech, healthcare, and transportation.

By adding this route, US-based customers can reduce delivery times to one of Europe’s key innovation hubs, where industries like healthcare, electronics, and aerospace are experiencing significant growth

Ireland is a vibrant export market, with around 68.0% of total goods exported in early 2025 going into the US – with industries like pharmaceuticals and medical equipment leading the way.

The new flight has been added to the FedEx network as the Indianapolis hub recently opened a 1,486 m2 cold-chain facility. The facility features three temperature zones: minus 25C to minus 10C (minus 13F to 14F), 2C to 8C (35F to 46F), and 15C to 25C (59F to 77F), plus a re-icing room.

Log'ins, the social joint venture between GXO and the nonprofit group ARES, has announced the renewal of its long-term contract with Recyclivre, a committed player in the online second-hand book market.

For nearly 15 years, Log’ins has been responsible for storing and preparing orders for eCommerce customers in France. A logistics team of 70 people, trained by Log’ins, operates the 6,500 m2 warehouse in Villabé, near Paris, helping to give a second life to nearly 2.0 million books each year while maintaining high quality standards.

Recyclivre has been working hand in hand with Log’ins for 15 years. It has doubled its activity over the past five years, and the collaboration has allowed it to manage this growth smoothly. This partnership embodies inclusive and sustainable logistics, serving the circular economy and professional integration.

GXO and ARES created Log’ins in 2011 to help people with disabilities and those facing social exclusion transition smoothly back into the workforce. Leveraging GXO’s industry expertise, the programme trains participants in logistics roles such as forklift operation and order preparation, enabling them to acquire practical skills that enhance their employability and attractiveness in the job market. In parallel, using the social methodology of Groupe ARES, participants benefit from individualised social support to address personal challenges and build a solid professional project. Over the past five years, Log’ins has supported more than 500 individuals, 70.0% of whom have found employment or joined a qualifying training programme.

CEVA Logistics has organised the end-to-end transport for Wärtsilä, a manufacturer of electric generators and engines. The project consisted of moving 14 engines and alternators from the Finnish ports in Vaasa and Rauma to the Larivot bioenergy plant construction site in French Guiana.

CEVA Logistics, renowned for its expertise in planning and managing the transport of oversized equipment, was selected to coordinate the multimodal and cross-border transport of the heavy and out-of-gauge industrial equipment destined for the future Larivot power plant in French Guiana.

In early April, seven engines and 3,000 m3 of equipment were loaded onto a ship dedicated to the transport of heavy and oversized cargo at the Finnish port of Vaasa. After a stopover at the port of Rauma to load seven additional alternators, the ship sailed from Finland to the port terminal of Dégrad-des-Cannes in French Guiana. One hundred fifty 40-foot containers carrying engine and alternator accessories were also transported to French Guiana on a regular shipping line.

Finally, as part of this project requiring specific transport and handling equipment not available in French Guiana, CEVA also organised the transfer of the equipment via roll-on/roll-off ship from mainland France. The two Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs) and lifting equipment represented more than 400 tons of equipment.

Following a sea crossing of more than 9,000 kilometres, all industrial equipment, requiring specialised logistics and careful handling due to its exceptional weight and dimensions, was unloaded and stored in a dedicated area of the port terminal. The equipment was then prepared for transport using special trailers from mainland France, specifically designed to support such extraordinary loads.

On the night of 04 May, the first convoy departed the port area. Measuring 26.8 meters long, 5.6 meters wide and over 8.0 meters high while weighing 480 tons, this massive cargo travelled under escort throughout the night for its 5-hour journey across 14 kilometres to reach the Larivot power plant. The delivery of the remaining engines and alternators followed the same method of specialised nighttime convoys, with operations spread across several weekends until 19 July.

CEVA, working with trusted partners for this complex project, managed the arrival of each engine and alternator on-site and oversaw their installation on specially designed foundations. This comprehensive approach provided Wärtsilä with a complete turnkey transport and installation service at the power plant.

This oversized transport operation required many months of preparatory studies and engineering work carried out by CEVA's Project Logistics teams. The planning, anticipation, and assessment of regulatory and technical constraints were completed well in advance of the transport, including administrative procedures in French Guiana to obtain transport permits. After a thorough review of the road between the Dégrad-des-Cannes Port in French Guiana and the Larivot power plant site, it was determined that structural reinforcements were required across fragile bridges and culverts to ensure safe transport.

Iron Mountain has announced a major new contract logistics partnership with B&M Retail, one of the UK’s fastest-growing variety retailers. B&M Retail has over 760 stores, 35,000 employees, and more than 4.0 million weekly customers. As part of the new 10-year agreement, Iron Mountain will manage the picking of cases at its state-of-the-art Rugby 3 facility, which will serve as a central hub for the partnership. Iron Mountain’s Rugby campus is a net-zero carbon construction with BREEAM "Excellent" and EPC A+ ratings.

Operations are expected to start in early 2026 - marking a new chapter for both organisations, demonstrating Iron Mountain’s continued commitment to supporting the evolving needs of the UK retail sector, and setting a new benchmark for excellence in warehousing and logistics.

The partnership with B&M follows a period of significant growth for Iron Mountain’s warehousing and logistics business, with plans to increase the division’s workforce in the UK and Ireland from nearly 200 employees today to more than 600 in the next 12 months. To support this growth, Iron Mountain is also expanding its presence at Symmetry Park Rugby with the signing of a new lease at Unit 5, providing an additional 37,160 m2 of capacity.

Iron Mountain’s global portfolio of services includes innovative, scalable warehousing and logistics solutions that support the growth and efficiency of leading retailers. The Company currently maintains nine dedicated warehousing and fulfilment facilities in the UK and Ireland.

B&M Retail is one of the UK’s fastest-growing variety retailers, with over 760 stores and 35,000 employees nationwide.

The conversion of a warehouse into a dedicated coldstore marks a new milestone in the longstanding partnership between global dairy producer Arla and Maersk, its key logistics provider. Starting next summer, Arla will utilise one unit of Maersk’s facility in Taulov/Fredericia, Denmark, to store temperature-sensitive dairy products. The retrofit of one unit in the conventional warehouse is based on an initial ten-year contract and highlights Maersk’s flexibility in meeting customer needs wherever they arise.

As a global dairy company owned primarily by the farmers who produce its milk, Arla continuously seek more cost-effective and efficient logistics solutions. Partnering with Maersk enables it to build integrated solutions that contribute to increase the efficiency and also enhance the resilience of its global supply chain that it would not have in its internal operations.

Maersk will install an integrated storage solution as well as a state-of-the-art cooling system to ensure optimal conditions within the existing facilities. The 9,100 m2 space is part of Denmark’s first BREEAM Excellence certified newbuild which is fully operated by Maersk in Taulov/Fredericia. The new solution will feature two temperature-controlled chambers set at 2C and 5C with strict temperature separation. The 5C area will be fully automated using AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles).

Maersk has supported Arla for over two decades, beginning with ocean transport and expanding to include shipments across Europe and overseas markets such as Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The upcoming coldstore in Taulov is part of a broader integrator setup that includes ocean and air freight, customs services, inland transportation, and soon, cold storage.

Ferrari N.V. has announced the renewal of multi-year partnership between Ferrari S.p.A., its wholly-owned Italian subsidiary, and CEVA Logistics (CEVA France SASU). Under the terms of the agreement, signed today and taking effect on 01 January 2026, CEVA Logistics will continue to support Ferrari's racing and logistic activities.

CEVA Logistics and Avolta, a leading global travel retail and food and beverage player, have launched a sustainable transport service at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport in Spain. Two electric trucks operated by CEVA Logistics will circulate within the airport’s restricted area to transport goods for Avolta’s duty-free stores.

Equipped with fast-charging technology that enables a full recharge in under two hours, these large electric vehicles represent a major step forward in reducing the environmental footprint of ground logistics. CEVA Logistics and Avolta estimate that the introduction of these electric delivery vehicles for will reduce CO2 emissions at the airport by nearly 70 tons annually.

Beyond their environmental benefits, the trucks stand out for their innovative technical design. The truck bodies are specifically engineered to meet airport operational and safety requirements. Measuring under three meters in height, they are fully compatible with airport infrastructure, while their interiors have been optimised for maximum delivery efficiency.

The electric trucks deployed for shipments between the distribution centre and the Barcelona Airport stores are increasingly recognised as a key technology in the global effort to achieve sustainability goals. They contribute to a more sustainable future by drastically reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving air quality, and decreasing dependence on fossil fuels.

The agreement between CEVA Logistics and Avolta covers a six-year service period at the Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport. This model could be scaled to other regional or international airports, with São Paulo, Brazil’s most populous city, among the first location under consideration by both companies.

Davies Turner is restructuring the Company’s Turkish logistics operations. An agreement has been reached with Talay Logistics to handle daily two-way trailer services between Türkiye and the UK.

An additional partnership has been signed, which will see the Istanbul-based subsidiary of Gebrüder Weiss, one of Davies Turner’s longest-standing partners, manage point of origin warehousing, quality control and compliance operations in Istanbul for clients sourcing from Türkiye.

For many years, Davies Turner had worked in partnership with the EKOL Group to develop and establish its presence in this trade lane. A change in ownership for EKOL’s international transport operations, to DFDS, required Davies Turner to develop new partnerships that would enable it to undertake a seamless transition of services on this route.

Through the partnership with Talay Logistics, Davies Turner is standardising door-to-door trailer services and supporting them with its Purchase Order Management system, which enables product tracking by PO number, SKU, or unit level, adding significant value.

The in-country partnership with Gebrüder Weiss Türkiye adds the stability that will allow Davies Turner to continue to deliver value-added services for clients that are sourcing products from Türkiye. These include offshore end-to-end logistics operations, accepted quality levels (AQL) and quality checks (QC) on stock, as well as pick and pack operations, on location in Turkey. This point of origin warehousing and logistics operation helps differentiate Davies Turner’s service from many of its competitors.

Through the collaboration with Talay Logistics, Davies Turner is delivering daily groupage and full load trailer services between the two countries, typically moving around 70-110 trailers a week between the two countries, along with sea freight containers.

Mahindra Logistics Limited, one of India’s largest integrated logistics solutions providers, has expanded its Eastern India presence with the launch of two state-of-the-art, Grade A warehousing facilities in Guwahati and Agartala, adding over 4 lakh sq. ft. of capacity in the region. Aligned with its larger vision of creating a robust pan-India warehousing and distribution network, these facilities reflect the Company’s vision to enhancing regional connectivity, boosting operational capabilities, and addressing the surging demand for integrated logistics solutions in the region.

Eastern India is emerging as a strategic industrial and trade powerhouse, driven by transformative infrastructure across road, rail, ports, and waterways, including the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor, Bharatmala highways, the modernisation of Kolkata–Haldia port, and the development of Brahmaputra multimodal terminals. Strategic cross-border links such as Maitri Setu and the Akhaura–Agartala rail project are creating integrated multimodal corridors that amplify connectivity within the region. Mahindra Logistics is strategically positioned to capitalise on this growth, establishing a future-ready, unified logistics ecosystem that meets surging demand for integrated supply chain solutions while seamlessly connecting Eastern India to the rest of the country.

As part of its ‘Go-East’ strategy, the Company has developed 92,900 m2 of multi-client warehousing space across the region and plans to expand express logistics services to more than 800 pin codes. This expansion is designed to accelerate economic growth, generate over 2,000 employment opportunities, and build a workforce with 50.0% diversity from local communities. Through these facilities in the East, Mahindra Logistics will serve industries such as eCommerce, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, retail, and grocery, provide end-to-end solutions across warehousing, distribution, fulfilment, sortation, and delivery and cover first, mid, and last mile, milk-run, express, and long-haul line haul services.

A significant gateway to the Northeast, the investment expands the Company’s nationwide warehousing and distribution network to tier-Il and tier-Ill cities, enhancing connectivity in the remotest locations of the region.

Spread across 3 lakh sq. ft., the Guwahati facility is the largest Grade-A multi-client warehousing facility in North-East India and houses the region’s first Community Centre of Excellence, launched in partnership with the Logistics Skill Council under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship. Leveraging its strategic location, the facility enhances the Company’s ability to serve key industrial clusters and transport hubs efficiently. Located just 500 meters from NH 17, 11.7 km from Guwahati International Airport, and 7.1 km from Mirza Railway Station, it provides strong connectivity to nearby industrial areas, including Uparhali, Palasbari, and Rampur Industrial Parks.

The 1.3-lakh sq. ft. Agartala facility is strategically located to strengthen connectivity with key consumption and production centres across Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, and Manipur. It also establishes a powerful platform for cross-border trade with Bangladesh through a network that supports just-in-time shipments and fast, reliable fulfilment. Serving as a critical gateway for express logistics services, the facility enhances first- and last-mile delivery capabilities while advancing Mahindra Logistics vision of a future-ready logistics network that drives regional trade and economic growth, positioning Agartala as an ideal base for exporters across the Northeast and eastern India.

According to local press reports, Walmart Inc. is set to open a new fulfilment centre in Kings Mountain, N.C. The 111,484 m2 facility is expected to open in 2027 and will ship large items such as patio furniture and lawnmowers directly to customers, as soon as next-day.

The investment of US$300.0 million is expected to create over 300 new jobs in Gaston County, N.C. The Commerce Department will provide a job development grant of US$4.0 million over 12 years, as long as the Company creates the number of jobs promised.

As its eCommerce business continues to grow, this new fulfilment centre will play a critical role in helping the retailer serve customers faster. Walmart operates 29 dedicated eCommerce fulfilment centres. In order to enhance deliveries to customers, Walmart is also set to open at least five additional, state-of-the-art fulfilment centres dedicated to eCommerce during the next three years.

Constellation Cold Logistics has completed the expansion of its Estate Road 2 facility in Grimsby, UK, adding 37,000 pallet positions of frozen storage and taking total site capacity to more than 52,000 pallet spaces. This marks a significant milestone for both Constellation and the UK seafood sector, reinforcing Grimsby’s position as one of the country’s most important food industry hubs.

Grimsby’s expansion is a clear example of how the Company is aligning investment with customers’ long-term needs. By combining sustainable infrastructure with value-added services and connecting the site to its wider European platform, the Company is not just adding space, it is creating new opportunities for collaboration and growth across the supply chain.

The new 12,077 m2 facility has been designed with scalability, service quality, and environmental performance at its core. Supported by the UK Seafood Infrastructure Scheme, it includes:

> Fully frozen loading bays to preserve product integrity
> Mobile and static racking for flexible, high-density storage
> A new energy-efficient refrigeration plant and solar PV installation
> Infrastructure that reduces Scope 3 emissions by more than 50.0% compared to traditional facilities in the region

The Grimsby expansion provides far more than additional capacity. It offers a platform for customers to scale with confidence, supported by a skilled local team and a wide range of value-added services – from freezing and tempering to case picking, quality control, and repacking.

Customers in Grimsby now benefit not only from advanced local infrastructure but also from seamless links to Constellation’s pan-European network, spanning more than one million pallet positions across 38 facilities in eight countries.

The completion of Grimsby reflects Constellation’s wider programme of growth and innovation in 2025. Alongside this project:

> Work continues on a fully automated cold store in Wolverhampton, set to be the most advanced site in the Company’s UK network.
> In the Nordics, construction is underway on a new 32,000-pallet facility in Rollsbo/Kungälv, Sweden, while groundwork has begun on a new 52,000-pallet site in Aarhus, Denmark.
> Across Europe, the Company is scaling sustainability and efficiency through AI-powered energy management systems, solar PV, and advanced automation.

Together, these investments demonstrate Constellation’s commitment to building a stronger, smarter, and more sustainable cold chain, for the UK, for Europe, and for customers everywhere.

JYSK has taken a major step forward in its expansion across Spain and Portugal with the appointment of Grupo Bertolín as the main contractor for the construction of its new, state-of-the-art distribution centre in Almenara, Spain.

Construction of the new distribution centre is expected to begin in Q1, 2026. Choosing the main contractor marks a significant milestone in the project, as Grupo Bertolín will be responsible for constructing the actual buildings that will house JYSK’s advanced logistics operations.

The new distribution centre, situated on a 274,000 m2 plot in Almenara, will feature 182,500 pallet locations and will be certified according to the LEED Gold standard, including solar panels on the roof to provide energy for the facility. The centre will also serve as the head office for JYSK Spain and Portugal, creating a new workplace for approximately 250 employees.

Key features include:

> Two high bays with 182,500 pallet locations, operated by 20 cranes
> Two RGV loops for efficient pallet transport on 1.5 km track rails
> Shuttle case warehouse with storage for more than 200,000 collies
> Robot layer picking and automated downstream tray loading system
> Automated robot tray and tote unloading solution

JYSK has also signed contracts with two experienced partners for the core logistics systems. AR Racking will deliver a tailored storage solution to maximise capacity and operational efficiency, while KÖRBER will provide a material handling system that ensures a traceable, balanced, and synchronised flow throughout the order fulfilment process. The KÖRBER Pick & Pack Centre will offer a flexible, fast, and ergonomic order picking process for employees.

The distribution centre is expected to be ready for operation in 2028. Until then, JYSK’s rented distribution centre in Cheste, west of Valencia, will continue to supply stores in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Cryoport, Inc. announced the launch of its newest, state-of-the art facility in Louvres, France, through its subsidiary, Cryoport Systems. The facility, which is strategically located near the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, marks a strategic expansion of Cryoport Systems' Global Supply Chain Centre (GSCC) network, which offers end-to-end temperature-controlled supply chain solutions and capabilities.

Purpose-built to streamline operations and address critical challenges in the advanced therapies market, the facility provides end-to-end, temperature-controlled supply chain solutions under one roof. As the third global supply chain centre campus in Cryoport's network, it will offer global accessibility for biopharma and other temperature-sensitive commodities.

The facility will be immediately operational, providing logistics support for biopharma, including cell and gene therapies, biologics, animal health and reproductive medicine. During the months following, the Paris GSCC will add BioServices, biostorage, QP drug management, Importer of Record (IOR) services and additional offerings from Cryoport Systems' suite of services. This phased, integrated approach will support both clinical and commercial cell and gene therapy programmes.

The facility will offer 24-hour worldwide dispatch capabilities from order receipt to deployment of Cryoport's wholly owned fleet of proprietary shipping systems. It will also offer the same demanding quality oversight in full alignment with Cryoport Systems' GSCC network. The Paris GSCC was funded, in part, by a grant provided to Cryoport Systems by the Île-de-France region to support initial operations as a way of promoting economic growth within the area.

Cardinal Health has announced plans for a new flagship forward distribution centre in Indianapolis, Indiana that will further expand and modernise its national pharmaceutical distribution network. The state-of-the-art forward distribution centre will feature automation and the latest technology advancements in support of the segment's distribution of more than 70,000 pharmaceutical and specialty deliveries daily across the US.

This 21,368 m2 facility will establish a new benchmark in pharmaceutical distribution, featuring an industry-first robotic storage and retrieval system, designed and implemented in partnership with Swisslog. The facility's advanced automation technology provides real-time inventory visibility, intelligent order fulfilment, and coordinated management of material flow, from receiving to shipping, across state-of-the-art robotics, conveyance, and sorting systems.

Automation remains a key component of the Company’s strategy, and this innovative facility demonstrates Cardinal Health's commitment to operational excellence, safety, and the efficient distribution of the products and services that improve the lives of people each day.

It marks the next major step in a multi-year strategy to drive productivity, improve customer service and enhance employee safety and well-being.

The technology and automation enhancements work alongside Cardinal Health employees to deliver operational efficiencies and improve employee and customer experiences, while supporting fluctuations in volume and labour.

This is the second pharmaceutical distribution centre the Company has announced since 2024. The Indianapolis forward distribution centre is expected to be fully operational by fall 2027 and will create more than 100 new jobs in Indiana, which continues to be a strategic transit hub for the Company.

CTP has signed a significant new lease agreement with ROSSMANN, the fastest-growing drugstore chain in the Czech Republic, for a new state-of-the-art 30,000 m2 logistics centre at CTPark Prague North.

The new facility is scheduled for completion in 2026. It represents the largest investment by ROSSMANN in its more than 30 years of operation in the Czech market, with the total value exceeding CZK500.0 million (approx. €20.6 million). The new building will be ROSSMANN’s largest distribution hub in the country, supporting its continued expansion and long-term growth ambitions.

Located within CTPark Prague North, one of the most modern and comprehensive industrial parks in the Czech Republic, ROSSMANN's distribution hub will benefit from excellent transport links to Prague and the rest of the country via the D8 motorway. ROSSMANN employees will also benefit from access to a wide range of park amenities, including CTP's Clubhaus offering with a cafeteria, amphitheatre, medical point and minimarket, alongside sports facilities and other community services.

ROSSMANN's new centre will feature an array of advanced technology including artificial intelligence for inventory management and systems to enhance the company's operational efficiency. The building will also be highly sustainable and designed to achieve BREEAM Outstanding.

This is ROSSMANN’s largest project in Czechia and a fundamental step for its next phase of expansion. The new facility means it will be able to manage inventory more efficiently, develop enhanced eCommerce offerings, and ensure ample availability of its product range across the country.

The transaction was brokered by Cushman & Wakefield.

FedEx has inaugurated a cutting-edge facility in Bilbao, Spain. This new site significantly increases the operational footprint of FedEx in the region, enhancing both capacity and productivity.

This investment underscores FedEx commitment to Southern Europe and represents a strategic step to meet the growing demand for logistics and eCommerce, while better supporting customer needs.

The Bilbao facility encompasses 2,700 m2 of warehouse space, nearly 2,000 m2 more than the previous site, along with an additional 400 m2 of modern office space spread across two floors. Thanks to its advanced infrastructure, this state-of-the-art facility doubles previous sorting capacity, enabling the handling of up to 1,500 packages per hour. The station features 27 loading docks, 20 more than before, and is well-equipped to streamline shipment processing.

FedEx’s presence in the Basque Country is defined by robust infrastructure and exceptional logistics capabilities. This new facility in Bilbao complements the existing stations in Vitoria and San Sebastian, as well as the air gateway in Vitoria that ensures next-day connectivity to Europe and America. Collectively, these facilities boast a combined sorting capacity of up to 6,000 packages per hour. With the opening of the Bilbao station, FedEx is well-positioned to enhance its service capabilities and address the increasing demands of the region.

FedEx has an extensive presence in Spain, with five air gateways located in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Valencia, and Vitoria, two main road hubs in Madrid and Barcelona, and 26 operational stations nationwide.

The newly formed Evri Group, one of the UK's largest dedicated parcel delivery companies, has announced a strategic £36.0 million investment programme to bolster its operational parcel network in preparation for this year’s peak period.

Evri is investing heavily in its infrastructure, starting with an expansion to its superhub in Barnsley with the introduction of a new small item sorter, a £4.0 million investment, a crucial new piece of state-of-the-art equipment, enabling the hub to handle smaller items more efficiently and quickly, items which are typically imported from international markets.

Further upgrades are on-going at Barnsley as Evri plans ahead to increase capacity further with an additional third tier, an investment of £25.0 million, being built within the existing structure, once compete the Barnsley hub alone will have the capacity to process 5.5 million parcels a day by Christmas 2026.

As well as upgrading Evri’s super hub, there have been strategic depot moves in Avonmouth and Lutterworth and upgrades to Pen-Y-Bont, Southampton and Bury St-Edmunds to increase capacity within these depots. These improvements are in anticipation of another record-breaking peak, whilst improving colleague experience with new facilities.

Furthermore, Evri also announced a new depot in Belfast, serving as gateway to Europe as well as speeding up cross border shipping between NI and ROI The site at Mallusk, Co Antrim demonstrates the businesses continued growth and represents a £1.3 million investment.

These represent an investment of around £7.5 million across all sites. This further investment will boost the overall capacity of the network to 4.4 million parcels per day whilst ensuring a cost-effective and reliable service for clients and consumers.

Roadrunner has announced the accelerated rollout of its new enterprise-wide Pick-up & Delivery (P&D) software featuring advanced track-and-trace capabilities. This milestone positions Roadrunner as a best-in-class LTL carrier, eliminating one of the industry's biggest pain points.

In the early 2020s, Roadrunner struggled with nearly 30.0% missed pickups. Through strategic investments and operational enhancements, the Company has reduced this ratio to under 0.5%, with the new software expected to nearly eradicate missed pickups entirely. These advancements accelerate Roadrunner's vault to the pole position as a best-in-class LTL carrier, setting a new standard for reliability and customer satisfaction in the industry.

Key innovations include:

> Real-time driver visibility: Customers can see exactly when shipments are picked up and delivered, with pilot markets offering live views of driver location, next stop, and estimated pickup or delivery times.
> Automated notifications: Text and email alerts with account-level subscription options keep shippers informed without manual follow-up.
> Advanced shipment tracking: Roadrunner's website now provides full tracking visibility across the entire delivery cycle.
> Self-service appointment scheduling (pilot): New tools let customers schedule deliveries directly—part of a broader strategy to expand customer-controlled self-service features and functionality.
> Industry-first API leadership: Building on its early adoption of the NMFTA eBOL 2.1 standard (now powering 20.0% of all BOL API traffic), Roadrunner has introduced a new pickup API standard. The Company is also piloting freight profile APIs that will provide customers with preliminary visibility into freight charges ahead of similar initiatives currently being designed by NMFTA's LTL digital council framework.

DHL Group has officially opened its new Europe Innovation Centre in Troisdorf, Germany, marking a major step in its commitment to shaping the future of logistics through bold, customer-centric innovation. Replacing the previous facility, this expanded and upgraded centre near the Group’s headquarters in Bonn supports the development and real-world application of technologies that make supply chains smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient. It also serves as a platform for collaboration with customers, start-ups, academic institutions, and industry partners.

Spanning 5,360 m2, the centre showcases DHL’s latest advancements – including artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), and technologies that drive sustainability – and serves as a cornerstone in DHL Group’s Strategy 2030. This roadmap focuses on smart growth, emission-reduced logistics, and digital transformation, with the Innovation Centre acting as a catalyst for next-generation logistics solutions.

Constructed from cross-laminated timber and powered by renewable energy, the new DHL Europe Innovation Centre operates with zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, exemplifying the Group's holistic approach to sustainability. From the choice of natural materials to smart energy systems and low-emission construction, every aspect of the building was designed to minimise environmental impact - in line with DGNB Platinum certification, one of the highest sustainability standards for green buildings in Europe. Capable of hosting up to 400 visitors, it features a flexible, modular layout that easily adapts to various events and workshops, supporting dynamic collaboration and innovation. The centre is also home to the DHL Customer Solutions and Innovation team, who plays a key role in driving the Group's global innovation agenda, alongside other teams across DHL contributing to innovation.

DHL does not only develop and test new technologies but also implements them at scale across global operations. A key driver of this transformation is DHL Supply Chain, the Group's contract logistics division, which plays a central role in commercialising innovation across the business.

Through a structured approach that includes modular standardisation, strategic partnerships, and advanced orchestration platforms, DHL Supply Chain has successfully deployed technologies such as collaborative robots, AI-powered analytics, and autonomous transport systems across its logistics sites. To date, the Company has rolled out close to 10,000 automation and digitalisation projects globally and integrated over 8,000 collaborative robots into its operations.

As the global flagship, the new DHL Europe Innovation Centre in Germany is part of DHL Group's global network of Innovation Centres, which also includes facilities located in the Americas (Chicago), Asia Pacific (Singapore), and the Middle East & Africa (Dubai). Together, these centres form a connected ecosystem that enables DHL to identify emerging trends, engage with customers, test new technologies, and scale impactful solutions across regions and business units. By fostering collaboration across geographies and industries, DHL ensures that innovation is not only locally relevant but globally scalable, driving progress in logistics and supply chain management worldwide.

Freightos announced that top-five global freight forwarder Nippon Express (NX Group) has selected Freightos' multimodal freight pricing and booking Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution to power its operations across most of its global network, spanning hundreds of offices in 57 countries.

Nippon Express has deployed Freightos to digitise air pricing, quoting, and booking, building on its existing use of WebCargo by Freightos for thousands of monthly air bookings. Having successfully digitised air, Nippon is now expanding to multimodal, leveraging Freightos' platform, which handles over 1.5 million bookings annually, for faster, more efficient quoting and booking across multiple transport modes.

In today's volatile logistics market, service providers must rapidly adapt to shifting trade patterns, capacity constraints, and evolving customer expectations. The Freightos solutions will strengthen Nippon Express' ability to navigate these fluctuations with agility and deliver quicker, sharper price quotes for both air and ocean customers.

This strategic digital expansion represents a fundamental shift in how NX manage freight across transport modes. The deployment will include API integrations with Nippon Express' internal systems. The solution suite also includes Freightos Terminal, a leading freight market intelligence tool for air and ocean, equipping Nippon Express with data insights to optimise routing and pricing in volatile markets.

Einride has raised about US$100.0 million in funding from a mix of existing and new investors. The capital will power Einride's next phase of growth as it scales the deployment of its autonomous freight solutions, deepens technology development, and continues its expansion with customers.

Investors include EQT Ventures, one of Einride's largest shareholders; a global asset management company based on the West Coast of the US; as well as other investors and shareholders.

Founded in Sweden in 2016, Einride is developing and operating a new freight ecosystem, which includes one of the world's largest fleets of heavy-duty electric trucks, cutting-edge autonomous technology and the proprietary Saga planning optimisation platform. Saga integrates advanced digital planning with electric and autonomous vehicles to address the fragmentation, high emissions, and labour shortages that continue to impact the freight industry.

This raise follows a year of sustained growth for Einride with net sales more than doubling in 2024, a successful expansion into Austria and the UAE, and a growing footprint with global shippers across Europe and North America.

The US$100.0 million includes an investment made earlier this year by IonQ - the world's leading quantum company - to develop quantum applications that address large-scale logistics problems that have traditionally challenged classical computing.

In a large-scale programme involving 50 different shipowners, A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) is – in close collaboration with the owners – retrofitting around 200 vessels in its time-chartered fleet. The main aim of the programme is to reduce the slot cost by improving fuel efficiency and cargo-carrying capacity leading to a decrease in both cost and greenhouse gas emissions.

Maersk’s medium- and long-term chartered fleet makes up a significant proportion of its operations as well as of its total fuel consumption. By working closely with partners, it aims to implement solutions that not only reduce emissions but also enhance the overall competitiveness of its fleet.

Maersk has set the target of a 35.0% absolute reduction in its scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to the 2022 baseline year.

While fuel transition is needed to reach its long-term goal of net-zero emissions by 2040, investments in existing fleet efficiency enhancement technologies is a powerful tool to gain significant emissions reductions in the short term. Consequently, this strong emphasis on efficiency measures can deliver tangible progress towards the 2030 goal. That goes for owned as well as chartered vessels.

In total, Maersk and time-charter partners have executed more than 1,500 individual projects across 200 vessels with 50 shipowners, and an additional 1,000 projects are in the process of execution scheduled to be finalised by 2027. The investment cost for these solutions is split between Maersk and the vessel owners.

Maersk has, from experience, found that this model is a win-win. At Maersk, it can reduce both emissions and fuel costs, while the owners get the long-term value of a modernised vessel. Fleet renewal is often seen as new vessels replacing the old, but it is also about ensuring existing vessels keep their competitive edge.

Given the scale of the project, it spans very different vessels in terms of size and configurations, also meaning that the retrofit tools being used vary.

Of the around 200 vessels being retrofitted, a common and significant change to the vessel configuration is the replacement of the propeller or bulbous bow. The integration of an optimally designed bulbous bow reshapes water flow around the hull to reduce drag and enhance hydrodynamic efficiency – ultimately lowering fuel consumption. Alongside this, the replacement of propellers combined with Pre-Swirl Devices plays a crucial role in maximising thrust while minimising energy loss.

Many of these ships were designed and constructed at a time when container vessels in general were sailing at faster speeds. To bring down fuel consumption, companies have over the years introduced less compressed vessel schedules, but the propellers and bulbs optimised for faster speeds have been kept. There lies a big efficiency potential in replacing them.

Other retrofit solutions such as auxiliary engine waste heat recovery systems allow steam production from auxiliary engine heat, reducing the reliance on fuel-oil-fired boilers. Similarly, the installation of shaft generator systems cuts down auxiliary engine usage, contributing to significant fuel savings.

Cargo-carrying capacity is also being enhanced through a range of structural and technical improvements: elevating the wheelhouse to improve line of sight and increase intake, raising the lashing bridges, strengthening the vessel’s deadweight capacity for deeper drafts, and upgrading both lashing systems and loading computer functionalities.

AkzoNobel has announced the deployment of its first 100.0% electric trucks and urban trailer fleet together with a nationwide hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) powered fleet in partnership with XPO Logistics. The initiative will cut the Company's transport emissions by over 50.0% and save approximately 3,000 tonnes of carbon emissions annually, directly supporting AkzoNobel's SBTi to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 50.0% by 2030, against a 2018 baseline.

In this landmark move, AkzoNobel will become the first paint brand in the UK to deploy large-scale electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs) under the government’s ZEHID programme. The transformation will deliver annual carbon savings in three key areas:

> Vehicle efficiency improvements: 300 tonnes CO2 reduction
> Euro 6 engines and electric vehicles: 700 tonnes CO2 reduction
> HVO fuel adoption: 2,000 tonnes CO2 reduction

These combined savings of 3,000 tonnes annually equate to removing more than 650 average passenger cars from UK roads for a year.

Two fully electric trucks will operate from AkzoNobel’s Slough site to serve London and the surrounding areas. These vehicles will deliver a 100.0% reduction in direct CO2 emissions while in operation and contribute to lower noise and air pollution. Complementing this, the HVO-powered fleet will operate nationwide, ensuring significant reductions in carbon footprint across both long and short-haul journeys.

The fleet investment is the latest milestone in AkzoNobel’s Paint the Future initiative, which places sustainability-driven innovation as a key pillar of the business. Building on existing progress, with 100.0% of purchased electricity used in its UK own operations throughout 2024 being renewable and achieving a 41.0% reduction in scope 1 carbon emissions that same year, this step demonstrates how AkzoNobel is delivering on its commitment to a more sustainable future.

The next big step in PostNord’s climate work is now being taken. PostNord is both extending and strengthening its climate agenda by working toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. The updated climate agenda has been adopted by PostNord’s Board of Directors and reinforces the Group’s role as a climate leader in Nordic logistics.

In addition to the science-based targets, PostNord also has operational targets. These form the foundation for reaching the science-based targets, and are designed to clearly link emission reductions to activities in PostNord’s business operations, such as fossil-free transportation and emission-free distribution.

Apart from the new net-zero target, the updated climate agenda includes a revised operational target regarding emission-free distribution. The target for achieving emission-free distribution using own light vehicles has been moved from 2027 to 2030 and adjusted from 100.0% to 80.0% percent.

This is due to external factors such as high investment costs, lack of electricity grid capacity, and delivery routes in remote parts of the Nordic region that are difficult to electrify.

On 01 October 2025, bpost completed the transition to zero-emission last-mile delivery for its regular letter and parcel rounds across the 19 municipalities of Brussels. The Belgian capital, the capital of Europe, is now the first major European metropolis where daily delivery rounds by postmen and postwomen are emission free.

Two years after the launch of emission-free rounds in postcode 1000, bpost is taking a decisive step: post(wo)men’s rounds across all 19 municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region are now performed emission free, thanks to a mix of on-foot delivery, electric bikes with trailers, electric vans and a dense network of Pick-up points.

This milestone was made possible through close collaboration with the Brussels-Capital Region, the 19 municipalities, Innoviris and the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB). Together, they supported the design and roll-out of a zero-emission logistics model tailored to the needs of a dense, urban, and connected European capital.

In academia, emission-free parcel deliveries are considered as an evident way of working. Still, in practice, emission-free deliveries are a minority. In Belgium, they account today for only 14.0% of all parcel deliveries.

bpost being the first large operator to succeed the transition towards zero-emission of their daily deliveries on a metropolitan scale, highlights the fact that this transition is about more than technology alone. It also requires awareness creation and stakeholder engagement, and a shift towards bikes and consolidation.

What citizens see (and breathe):

> Fewer failed visits, more choice. By sharing their delivery preferences in the My bpost app, customers help ensure smoother deliveries. Thanks to near 350 Pick-up Points (including 126 bbox, 33 Post Offices, 106 Post Points and 81 Parcel Points), all residents have a location on average just 400 m from home or along their daily route. The result: fewer failed delivery attempts, fewer unnecessary kilometres and faster collections.
> A delivery that respects the city. Rounds on foot, by bike or by electric van reduce noise and improve air quality.
> A smoother experience. Simple notifications, real-time Track & Trace, and easy options for redelivery or drop-off at a chosen Pick-up point: recipients stay in control.

How bpost makes it work:

> Urban micro-hub (1). It brings the final sort closer to neighbourhoods, ease traffic and shorten the last mile.
> A zero-emission fleet sized for the city. 565 electric vans and 57 electric bikes with trailers handle 728 rounds per day, with postwomen and postmen trained in eco-driving.
> Dedicated charging infrastructure. 409 charging stations installed across delivery centres ensure daily fleet autonomy for electric vehicles.

Impact in numbers:

> 750 tons CO2 avoided per year thanks to e-vans and e-trailers.
> 12.830 kilometres driven per day in electric vehicles and e-trailers.
> Over 1.3 million residents now benefit from zero-emission last-mile deliveries
> One in three parcels is delivered out of home in Brussels

DPD Germany has put its first battery-electric truck for long-distance transport into service. By the end of the year, the number of electric trucks used for long-distance parcel transport in Germany is set to rise to five, in line with the target planning of DPD's parent company Geopost. The electric truck travels daily between the locations of Aichach in Bavaria and Hörsching in Austria.

This means DPD is operating emission-free long-distance transport for the first time – and addressing a particularly CO2-intensive area.

Road transport is responsible for around one-fifth of total CO2 emissions in Germany. Group-wide, CO2 emissions are to be reduced to net zero by 2040. Every battery-electric truck significantly reduces emissions in long-distance transport.

The use of battery-powered trucks is still in the early stages in Germany. The reasons for this are high purchase costs, a charging infrastructure that is still under development, and the reduced payload caused by batteries. Falling operating costs and the expansion of the charging infrastructure are making the technology increasingly competitive.

Over the entire service life, the total costs are becoming increasingly similar. This is because electric trucks have lower operating, energy, and maintenance costs and are exempt from tolls until the end of the year.

From 01 January 2026, they will only be subject to a quarter of the regular truck toll. With rising diesel prices and falling battery costs, they could even be cheaper in the long term. The manufacturer Daimler-Benz specifies a range of 500 kilometres for the electric truck, which is continuously being tested in real-world operation. Since the driving behaviours differs greatly from that of conventional trucks, drivers receive special instruction, including training on safety measures for the new drive technology.

Tritax Big Box REIT plc has funded the installation of 6,744 solar panels at the Co-op’s largest regional distribution centre in Bedfordshire, UK, which services more than 600 stores across the south of England. This significant renewable energy investment marks a major step forward in supporting the retailer’s sustainability commitments and reducing its carbon footprint.

The new solar PV system is expected to generate approximately 2,500 MWh of renewable electricity each year, enough to power a substantial portion of the depot’s operations. By producing clean energy on site, the installation will reduce reliance on the national grid, ease peak demand pressures, and help Co-op progress towards its goal of achieving Net Zero across its own operations by 2035.

The project also delivers broader environmental benefits, generating power on-site will cut greenhouse gas emissions and demonstrate the role that large-scale distribution facilities can play in producing renewable energy at scale.

Tritax Big Box appointed BasePower as its specialist consultant to lead the project from initial concept through construction and commissioning, ensuring successful delivery. BasePower will also provide ongoing monitoring, metering management, and maintenance to keep the system operating at peak performance.

DHL Supply Chain has announced the appointment of Martin Willmor as Chief Executive Officer for its UK & Ireland business, effective 01 October 2025. Martin will succeed Saul Resnick, who is stepping down to pursue opportunities outside the Group. Martin will report directly to Hendrik Venter, CEO, DHL Supply Chain.

Martin, currently CEO of DigiHaul, brings over 20 years of experience within DHL Group. Having joined in 2002, he has held senior leadership positions across operations and general management, driving growth and innovation across multiple sectors and markets.

In 2013, he became Vice President of Passenger Gateways and was appointed Managing Director for Supply Chain Solutions in 2017.

Since 2021, Martin has successfully led DigiHaul, a digital freight platform simplifying and automating carrier and load management - including tender management, haulier integration, and subcontractor coordination - for efficient road transport operations across the UK and Europe. Under his leadership, DigiHaul has expanded internationally and now operates in four markets, delivering exponential year-on-year growth.

Europa Worldwide Group is preparing for the next era of transformation. From 01 January 2026, the firm has announced the appointment of a new Operations Director to the Board. Having been instrumental in building its operation, Europa’s current Operations Director Dan Cook, is exiting the industry at the end of the year. He leaves behind a 30+year legacy of innovation, and his successor is Jack Baxter.

Dan joined Europa soon after Chief Executive Officer Andrew Baxter acquired the business in 2013. At that point, the Company employed just 400 people across nine UK branches and one international site in Hong Kong. Today, the business has a turnover of £300m+, an increase of 400.0%, and employs more than 1,300 people across 30 sites globally.

Dan has worked alongside logistics entrepreneur Andrew for many years, initially at RH Freight before joining Europa Worldwide Group on the Board in 2014. He has overseen a substantial number of developments within its road freight operation and was also instrumental in the design and implementation of Europa’s 26,368 m2 Dartford transit hub. Today, over 40,000 consignments pass through the terminal each month, optimising the movement of goods to and from the continent.

Stepping into Dan’s shoes will be Jack Baxter, Andrew’s eldest son, who has been with the business for seven years. Working across both sales and operations in the UK, Netherlands and Belgium, Jack brings a commercial and European focus to the role. Jack started his career at Europa within its European road freight sales before progressing to become the Branch Manager of the Europa Road sales branch in Leeds, one of 17 locations across the UK and Ireland. For 12 months, he led Europa Road in Belgium before becoming General Manager, Haulage in Dartford.

Unipart has appointed Gerry Ewart-Brookes as Bid Director for Future Defence Support Solutions. Gerry joins Unipart from the British Army where he served for three years as the General Officer responsible for writing NATO’s plans for enabling and sustaining the deployment of hundreds of thousands of troops into and across Europe.

Prior to this, Gerry served in the British Army as a logistician for 36 years in countries including the UK and Northern Ireland, Germany, Bosnia, Kosovo and Afghanistan. In the last ten years Gerry commanded a 7,500 strong Operational Sustainment Brigade and headed up Army logistics between 2020-22.

Following the UK’s Strategic Defence Review and the Defence Industrial Strategy, now is a crucial time for Unipart to enhance the resilience and effectiveness of the UK defence supply chain.

Gerry will lead the Unipart team that, alongside its strategic partner KBR, will compete for the Future Defence Support Services contract.

In response to the rapid changes taking place in the international environment and growing logistics needs in the aerospace and defence sectors, GEODIS is accelerating its development in these strategic markets. The Group remains firmly committed to becoming the partner of choice for industrial and institutional players in the sector.

To support this ambition, Brigadier General Arnaud Weixler (Ret.) will head GEODIS’s operations in the aerospace and defence sectors.

In a rapidly changing geopolitical and international environment, GEODIS is developing its aerospace and defence business. The Group is seeking to establish a long-term presence in these sectors and become a key player, notably by supporting the growing needs of France’s Defence Industrial and Technological Base (BITD). The modernisation of military equipment and the accelerated renewal of army hardware are driving rapid growth in the aerospace and defence markets.

Resulting from the substantial growth in defence and security budgets, increasingly complex and strategic logistics presents challenges that GEODIS is well positioned to address. GEODIS already supports numerous aerospace and defence leaders, providing them with its full range of expertise. With its strong local and international presence, the Group meets a wide range of demanding requirements, including Aircraft on Ground (AOG) logistics requiring the rapid delivery of essential parts and services, oversized special transportation, high value-added warehousing and secure supply chain management.

One of GEODIS’s principal references is KNDS, for which it inaugurated a state-of-the-art automated logistics facility in Montbeugny, central France, in 2023, illustrating the Group’s ability to support the leading players in the sector with innovative and high-performance solutions.

With the aim of achieving these ambitions, the aerospace and defence sectors will now be directed by Brigadier General Arnaud Weixler, whose international expertise and in-depth knowledge of the challenges faced by the sector will be valuable assets for GEODIS. He attended the 121st session of the NATO Defence College and has held senior positions within NATO and the French Army. He has also planned and led numerous logistics operations at home and abroad, working closely with industry as well as relevant private and public entities.

KLN is strengthening its leadership team to support its next phase of growth. KLN Logistics has announced two strategic appointments to its Global Management Board, reinforcing its commitment to accelerating global expansion and operational excellence.

Wong Siew Loong has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of KLN. He takes on this expanded leadership role less than a year after joining KLN as Chief Commercial Officer in November 2024. As COO, he will oversee KLN’s global business operations, focusing on financial and resource efficiency, and spearheading initiatives that drive the Company’s growth, scalability, and strategic transformation.

Prior to joining KLN, Siew Loong served as President of the Asia Pacific region at Kuehne + Nagel, based in Singapore. With over 25 years of international experience in the global transportation and logistics industry, he brings a strong track record of leadership and innovation.

Samuel Lau has been appointed Managing Director - Integrated Logistics. A KLN veteran since 2000, Samuel has played a pivotal role in shaping the Company’s logistics operations across Asia. In his new capacity, he will lead KLN’s integrated logistics business globally, leveraging his deep industry expertise to expand the Company’s capabilities and reach.

Effective 01 October, Mr. Thorsten Koch will take on the role of Head of Ocean Freight Europe at Rhenus, marking a significant step in the Company’s strategic growth across the continent.

With over two decades of experience in ocean freight logistics, Thorsten Koch brings deep industry knowledge and a proven track record of leadership. Since joining Rhenus in 2019, he has held key roles including Head of Product Management Ocean Germany and Regional Head of Ocean FCL Northern Europe. In these positions, Thorsten Koch played a pivotal role in expanding the Company’s ocean freight offerings, enhancing customer solutions and driving growth in core markets.

In his new role, Thorsten Koch will oversee both LCL and FCL services across Europe, reporting directly to Renee Toh, Vice President Global Ocean Freight, with a cross-functional reporting line to Alberto Martinez, CEO Air & Ocean Europe.

Uber Freight announced the appointment of D’Andrae Larry as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Larry will lead a realigned commercial organisation focused on building streamlined, comprehensive logistics solutions that meet evolving customer needs to drive accelerated growth.

The priority is to align leadership and business structure with strategic goals – that requires getting high-performers in the right seats. These deliberate steps, paired with relentless customer focus and flawless execution, are crucial to building a commercial engine to power future growth.

Larry's leadership has been a key factor in the success of Uber Freight’s intermodal unit, driving growth that surpassed the market by 4x. He brings 28 years of industry experience, including senior leadership roles at Norfolk Southern Corporation and BNSF Railroad. A seasoned expert in creating scalable, customer-centric strategies, Larry is the ideal choice to guide the new commercial organisation and meet Uber Freight's ambitious growth targets.

The new commercial organisation will provide a smoother, more connected customer experience and offer expert guidance to unlock higher value for customers. This strategic rebuild is a company-wide effort that began with the recent alignment of Product, Engineering, and Design under CTO, Val Marchevsky. Under D’Andrae’s leadership, the Commercial organisation will undertake a significant structural realignment, create new areas of responsibility and consolidate previously disparate functions. Key to this new focus is the introduction of Solutions Architects and Network Planning teams, which will serve as domain experts to review a customer's entire supply chain network and needs, ensuring they receive the best service and most cost-effective logistics options.

FedEx announced the appointment of Kawal Preet, formerly regional President of the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, to Executive Vice President (EVP), Planning, Engineering, and Transformation, effective 01 October. Reporting to FedEx President and CEO Raj Subramaniam, Preet will be the newest member of the FedEx Executive Committee.

Having served as the regional president of APAC since 2020, Preet has led the region to new opportunities while navigating multiple unique and unprecedented circumstances, including those associated with the pandemic and a dynamic global operating environment. Preet has created a high-performing culture across the many teams she has led throughout her 28-year career that spans various operations, planning, and engineering roles.

In her role leading the Transformation Office, Preet will be responsible for the DRIVE framework and initiatives which have become a way of working at FedEx and are essential for the successful execution of the Company’s transformational strategies. She also will oversee a global centralised planning and engineering function that will be focused on network integration, a key component of the Company’s transformation.

A successor for the regional president of APAC position will be named at a future date.

Maciej Walenda has been appointed CEO of Contract Logistics and will join the Group Executive Committee, effective 01 October. He will replace Albert-Derk Bruin, who has decided to leave DSV to pursue a career outside the Company.

DSV is confident in Maciej's ability to lead the division into the next chapter given his deep experience and proven ability to mobilise teams and drive results in difficult market conditions.

Since joining DSV in 2013, Maciej has held several key roles, including Managing Director Poland, EVP for Central and East Europe, and most recently Regional CEO for Contract Logistics in Europe.

Maciej steps into this role at a time marked by the consolidation of facilities and the addition of thousands of new colleagues worldwide. DSV Contract Logistics provides end-to-end warehousing, distribution and fulfilment services, offering customised and scalable solutions for customers worldwide.

Maike Asmussen will take on the role of Executive Vice President for Corporate Public Affairs at DHL Group effective 01 January 2026. She succeeds Volker Ratzmann, who is retiring, and will report directly to Tobias Meyer, CEO of DHL Group.

Maike Asmussen, currently the Chief Political Officer at the science and technology company Merck, has over two decades of experience in politics and global advocacy. In previous roles, she worked in the Hessian State Chancellery, the Federal Ministry of the Interior, and the Federal Chancellery. In these positions, she coordinated collaboration with national and European parliaments, regulatory bodies, and other European institutions.

Volker Ratzmann will step down from his current position effective 01 January 2026 and will continue to support selected Group projects until 31 July 2026.

Röhlig Logistics has appointed Ingo Wolfsholz as Managing Director Germany. The experienced logistics manager was previously responsible for national sea freight business in the German organisation. In his new role, he will be responsible for the further development and strategic orientation of the Company in Germany.

Ingo Wolfsholz succeeds Dirk Schneider, who has successfully shaped Röhlig's development in Germany since 2020. The Company would like to express its sincere thanks to him for his commitment and achievements in this role. Dirk Schneider will take on the responsibility for global tender management in the future, bringing his many years of experience to a central, internationally-oriented role.

Ingo Wolfsholz is a trained freight forwarding agent and business economist with almost three decades of experience in logistics, including over 20 years abroad. His career has taken him to Australia, the US, Southeast Asia and China. Since August 2022, Ingo Wolfsholz has been head of the national sea freight business at Röhlig Germany.

Weber Logistics announced that Clifford Katab has been appointed CEO of the Company. Mr. Katab has deep experience within the logistics sector and in Chief Executive and operational roles. He previously spent more than 30 years in global shipping and logistics, serving as President of 3PL provider Performance Team and COO of North American Distribution at Maersk. Most recently, Mr. Katab worked as CEO and Board Member of TwinMed, leading the medical supply distributor through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Weber is one of the top premium-service 3PL companies on the US West Coast and beyond, with 13 high-volume, omni-channel distribution centres, a large drayage operation, and a fleet of dry and temperature-controlled trucks providing LTL and full truckload deliveries. Weber combines its assets to provide a fully integrated, port-to-consumer distribution solution for companies that import goods to the US.

Weber Logistics was founded in 1924 and is a portfolio company of Stellex Capital Management. It provides integrated logistics services across CPG, retail, food, confectionery, and chemical industries. Weber offers an expansive array of customisable non-asset and asset-based 3PL capabilities, including port logistics, high-volume, omni-channel warehouse distribution, and final-mile delivery. Over the past year, Weber has made dedicated expansion efforts, moving beyond its West Coast roots to include locations in Seattle, Atlanta, and Northern New Jersey.