Menzies Aviation has announced the integration of Air Menzies International (AMI), its specialist freight forwarding subsidiary, into its Cargo division.

The integration, effective from today, brings AMI formally within the Menzies Aviation Cargo division under the leadership of Beau Paine, EVP Cargo and Menzies’ regional divisions. AMI will continue to operate under its own brand, retaining its specialist identity and customer relationships while gaining access to the broader Menzies Aviation operational infrastructure, geographic reach and group capabilities.

Menzies Aviation operates in 347 airports in 65 countries. The addition of AMI’s wholesale air freight expertise within Menzies’ Cargo creates a comprehensive and competitive offering for airline partners and customers, combining ground handling, cargo management, freight forwarding and eCommerce capabilities under one platform. The AMI brand will be retained.

The integration follows a strategic review by the Menzies Aviation Executive Management Board. As part of the review, Carlos Font, EVP AMI, is leaving the business. Carlos joined AMI in 2023 with more than 20 years’ experience in the freight forwarding industry. He has made great strides in developing AMI’s innovation and digital solutions, alongside growing the network into major trade lanes to become a truly global partner. AMI’s regional leadership remain in place and will continue to lead operations across their respective geographies.

By combining AMI’s freight forwarding expertise with the scale and capabilities of Menzies Aviation, the Company can deliver a more connected, end-to-end service while keeping the flexibility and trusted relationships that customers value. AMI’s brand and neutrality is key to what makes it successful and this will not change. By joining the Menzies Cargo division, AMI teams can tap into a broader global network and shared expertise, while continuing to do what they do best.

Menzies Aviation has completed the acquisition of the remaining 49.9% stake in SPdH from TAP Air Portugal, becoming the sole shareholder of the Company.

The transaction was approved by the Portuguese Court of Auditors and builds on Menzies’ initial acquisition of a 50.1% stake in 2024, marking a significant milestone in the Company’s long-term investment and growth strategy in Portugal.

SPdH, previously operating as Groundforce Portugal, manages more than 100,000 aircraft turns annually across five of the country’s busiest airports, Lisbon, Porto, Faro, Funchal and Porto Santo, delivering ground handling and air cargo services to a wide range of global airline customers.

With full ownership now secured, Menzies Aviation is well positioned to accelerate the delivery of its strategic plan in Portugal, with a continued focus on operational excellence, safety and service quality. The Company will maintain its investment in advanced technology and the development of its workforce of over 3,500 employees, supporting the long-term resilience and efficiency of airport operations across the country.

The acquisition reinforces Menzies’ confidence in the Portuguese aviation market and underlines its commitment to strengthening handling capacity and supporting the broader aviation ecosystem, which plays a vital role in tourism, connectivity and economic growth.

DFDS has reported ferry – freight volumes in May 2026 of 3.6 million lane metres, 1.8% below 2025 and down 1.7% adjusted for route changes. North Sea volumes were above 2025 following higher volumes on most routes. Mediterranean volumes were overall below 2025, partly due to a higher number of Turkish public holidays in May 2026 compared to 2025. Volume growth on the Egypt and Tunisia routes continued.

Channel volumes were below 2025 driven by lower volumes on the Dover Strait. Baltic Sea volumes were well above 2025 and Strait of Gibraltar volumes were also above 2025.

For the last twelve months, the total transported freight lane metres increased 0.3% to 41.8 million from 41.7 million in 2025-24 and decreased 1.5% adjusted for route changes.

On the ferry – passenger side of the business, in May 2026, the number of passengers adjusted for route changes decreased 1.9% to 443,000 compared to 2025. The decrease was due to fewer departures and hence lower volumes on Strait of Gibraltar which offset higher Channel volumes.

For the last twelve months, the total number of passengers decreased 14.2% to 5.0 million compared to 5.8 million in 2025-24. The decrease was 5.0% adjusted for route changes.

DFDS reports monthly ferry volumes for freight and passengers to provide insight into the development of volume trends in its European route network enabling trade and travel in and around Europe. The June 2026 volume report is expected to be published on 10 July 2026.

ArcBest has provided an update on the most recent information related to its second quarter 2026 financial results and business trends. Statistics for May 2026 are preliminary but are not expected to differ materially from actual results.

In May, Asset-Based shipments per day were down 4.0% year-over-year, while weight per shipment was up 9.0%, resulting in daily tonnage growth of 5.0%. The Company is seeing modest improvement in truckload-rated shipments, which, along with other changes in freight profile, is contributing to the higher weight per shipment.

Revenue per shipment in May increased 14.0% year-over-year, driven by the heavier freight profile and a 5.0% increase in revenue per hundredweight, largely reflecting higher fuel surcharge revenue. Excluding fuel surcharge, revenue per hundredweight was flat.

Sequentially, from April to May, weight per shipment increased 5.0%, shipments per day were down 1.0%, and tonnage per day increased 4.0%. Revenue per shipment improved by about 5.0%, due primarily to the heavier weight per shipment. Revenue per hundredweight, both including and excluding fuel surcharge revenue, were flat.

Historically, ABF’s non-GAAP operating ratio improves by approximately 350 basis points from the first quarter to the second quarter. Based on current trends, the Company expect second-quarter performance to improve sequentially by approximately 600 to 700 basis points. This outlook reflects disciplined execution on pricing initiatives, the impact of recent fuel price movements, and continued progress on cost optimisation, network efficiency, and technology driven productivity initiatives.

In May, Asset-Light daily revenue was up approximately 32.0% year-over-year, driven by 14.0% shipment growth, led by Managed business. Revenue per shipment increased 15.0%, reflecting higher fuel costs and tightening capacity in the truckload market.

Sequentially, from April to May, daily revenue was up 7.0%, daily shipments were down 2.0%, and revenue per shipment was up 9.0%.

For the second quarter, the Company expect non-GAAP operating income to be in the range of approximately US$3.0 million to US$5.0 million. This outlook reflects continued yield discipline, active cost management, and improved productivity performance, which together provide a solid foundation for long-term, profitable growth. This estimate excludes impacts from purchase accounting amortisation, which we anticipate will total approximately US$2.0 million for the quarter.

> There were 21.5 workdays in April 2026, and there were 21.5 workdays in April 2025.
> There were 20.0 workdays in May 2026 and 21.0 workdays in May 2025.
> The second quarter to date reflects the period from April 1 through May 31, 2026, compared to the same period in 2025.

APM Terminals has delivered APM Terminals Suape – its new container terminal at the Port of Suape in Pernambuco – Northeast Brazil, as the terminal goes into final stages to begin operations and establish a new gateway for trade in the region. The milestone marks a significant expansion of the country’s logistics capacity, with the project set to improve connectivity and better position the region within global trade flows.

The terminal will be the first fully electrified facility in Latin America and represents an investment of more than US$350.0 million by APM Terminals. Designed to increase the container handling capacity of the Suape Port Complex by 55.0%, APM Terminals Suape will initially handle up to 400,000 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) per year. The terminal is expected to enhance the Northeast’s logistics competitiveness through modern technology, while strengthening connectivity between Pernambuco and key markets across Latin America, North America, Europe and Asia.

The new terminal in Suape has significant potential to drive economic growth, including up to R$4.8 billion in additional exports, approximately R$4.9 billion in Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and the creation of more than 43,000 jobs across foreign trade-related value chains.

The delivery of APM Terminals Suape comes at a time of increasing pressure to expand Brazil’s port capacity. In this context, strengthening the Suape Port Complex supports the diversification of the country’s logistics network beyond the South and Southeast, positioning the Brazilian Northeast as a more prominent node in global trade routes.

In addition to Suape, APM Terminals maintains a strong presence in Northeast Brazil through its long-standing operations at the Port of Pecém in Ceará, where it has operated for more than two decades and continues to invest. The Company remains confident in the region’s long-term potential, supported by its strategic location, export-driven economy, and growing integration into global trade flows. Realising this potential will depend not on demand, but on the continued expansion of infrastructure and capacity, critical enablers to unlock new trade flows and attract sustained investment.

Swissport has successfully renewed its IATA CEIV Pharma certification for its cargo operations at Liège Airport reinforcing its position as a trusted global partner for pharmaceutical air cargo handling. The IATA Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma) developed by the International Air Transport Association, is a globally recognised certification programme that ensures the safe, compliant, and temperature-controlled handling of pharmaceutical products across the air cargo supply chain. It covers key areas such as quality management, staff training, risk mitigation, and cold chain integrity.

The recertification confirms that Swissport Liège continues to meet the strict requirements of the CEIV Pharma standard, supporting reliable and compliant handling of time- and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments. Located within one of Europe’s most important cargo gateways, Swissport’s Liège operations play a key role in supporting the fast and reliable movement of time- and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments across markets.

For customers, the CEIV Pharma recertification provides assurance of consistent handling standards, helping to protect product integrity and reduce risk across complex global supply chains. Combined with Swissport’s standardised processes and digital-enabled cargo operations, it supports reliability and consistency across its international network. Swissport operates a globally integrated cargo network of 126 air cargo centres, enabling scalable, standardised and reliable pharma logistics across key trade lanes. Of these, 91 locations are equipped to handle pharmaceutical shipments and 28 are certified to internationally recognised pharma handling standards, including IATA CEIV Pharma, GDP, and MHRA requirements. In 2025 alone, Swissport handled more than 579,000 tons of pharmaceuticals across its global network.

Amid the backdrop of fossil fuel supply disruptions, DHL Group has announced its plan to further strengthen its capabilities and presence in the New Energy sector. Based on strong customer demand for its services in this sector, DHL Group sees an opportunity to grow its revenue in New Energy logistics from around €600.0 million in 2025 to €3.0 billion by 2030. As the world refocuses on diversifying energy sources and building domestic renewable energy capacity for energy independence, DHL Group is gearing up to support these initiatives with new solutions across various segments.

DHL Group has invested substantially in capabilities around the globe after identifying New Energy as a growth area in its Strategy 2030, which was announced in autumn 2024. The disruptions to fossil fuel energy supply have further increased the relevance of secure, resilient, and sustainable energy systems. Around three-quarters of the global population lives in countries dependent on imported fossil fuels, leaving them exposed to geopolitical disruptions. DHL Group has developed end-to-end logistics solutions spanning eight key segments, including alternative fuels, battery energy storage systems, electric vehicles and their batteries, hydrogen, grid infrastructure, as well as solar and wind.

Data from the International Energy Agency suggests that new energy is scaling at a record-breaking pace, outstripping all other power sources. DHL are no strangers to the transport of large and complex machinery or the specific requirements of New Energy logistics. It has expertise in every single step of the supply chain, enabling end-to-end or modular logistics solutions. With more than 750 industrial project experts, a global network of warehouses, capabilities in multi-modal solutions and a dedicated Express aircraft fleet, it is prepared to help customers ramp-up supply chains and access new markets.

The wind sector is entering a new phase, having reached around 1.3 terawatts (TW) of installed wind capacity globally. The industry is no longer just building wind farms but also operating them at scale, in turn opening more opportunities for DHL to lean into its expertise to support the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of these wind farms.

With many of these wind farms located remote places, customers require DHL to get the spare parts quickly and efficiently to these sites. This is why it is launching a new bespoke service, Time Definite Plus, which uses the DHL Express network with added customised delivery options.

Time Definite Plus will offer scalability and efficiency through DHL Express's existing network while adding services to meet bespoke requirements such as timed shipment delivery, special delivery requirements, Swap & Return solutions and delivery at challenging locations. This new service will be available in 22 countries and territories across Europe, with plans for further global rollout.

DHL's network of front-stocking locations will also provide regional and local warehouses and transport support for MRO needs. It has more than 1,100 front-stocking locations that can deliver spare parts within a 4-hour window to 88.0% of wind farms globally. This can help minimise downtimes through global spare parts and maintenance, ensuring a reliable infrastructure for energy security.

Through the new Time Definite Plus service and its existing service logistics capabilities, customers can choose different service levels based on maintenance needs, from express delivery of critical large components to standard delivery of lower-cost smaller items.

DHL Group also continues to invest in the electric vehicles (EVs) and EV battery ecosystem, having announced new facilities for Europe. It recently broke ground on a new European Battery Logistics Hub in Holtum, the Netherlands, further expanding its European capacities for battery and energy storage logistics. The batteries handled at the Holtum site are intended for use in EVs as well as in the rapidly growing segment of battery energy storage systems (BESS), including home storage and solar energy applications.

The new site will offer 17,000 m2 of specialised storage and service space for high voltage batteries and is closely connected to DHL Supply Chain's existing Holtum automotive operation located next door. Together, the two facilities create an integrated campus offering end-to-end solutions for electric mobility and energy systems across Europe. The new hub is scheduled to go live in early 2027.

It also opened an EV and Battery Centre of Excellence (COE) in France, located in Meung-sur-Loire, and is currently expanding its footprint with additional locations nationwide. It offers a one-stop solution for compliant storage and distribution of EV parts and batteries, supporting inbound manufacturing flows and integrated aftermarket services. A recycling solution is already in place with specialised partners and be deployed from this COE.

DHL now has more than 20 EV COEs worldwide, with launches in India and Peru planned for later this year.

Customers looking to ship batteries will also have a new option with DHL's Thermoliner solution. The Thermoliner solution is an innovative, patented integral insulation system manufactured by DHL that protects cargo from extreme temperatures and humidity. It also offers protection against thermal shocks, container rain (condensation), and cross-contamination.

The shift to New Energy is about building systems that are not only sustainable, but resilient and secure at scale. That requires supply chains that can adapt quickly, operate reliably and support growth across multiple technologies and markets.

DHL believes it has the proven ability to deliver integrated solutions across the Group, from infrastructure development and inbound to manufacturing, to transport and delivery to site, and finally, aftermarket, maintenance, decommissioning and circularity.

DHL Global Forwarding Japan announced the launch of a new air cargo security screening service utilising Explosive Detection Dogs (EDD), effective 25 May 2026. This initiative strengthens DHL’s aviation security capabilities in response to increasingly stringent regulatory requirements while safeguarding sensitive shipments.

As regulatory requirements for air cargo security become increasingly stringent, DHL Global Forwarding Japan has been introducing new screening methods to complement and, where applicable, replace, conventional ETD and X-ray screening. EDD screening enables the efficient inspection of large and sensitive cargo without compromising shipment integrity. Conventional screening methods will continue to be applied for cargo where EDD detection is not suitable.

This solution allows DHL to maintain the speed and integrity of customers’ shipments, particularly for sensitive cargo such as pharmaceutical products, while meeting increasingly stringent security requirements. It also enables it to better serve its capital equipment customers whose cargo often cannot be accommodated by conventional scanners.

Since early 2025, DHL Global Forwarding Japan has been driving this initiative in collaboration with Allied Universal, a K9 service provider, as well as and DHL Global Forwarding’s aviation security leadership in the US, to advance operational readiness and establish the necessary framework for EDD deployment. As part of these efforts, STS dispatched its handlers from Japan to the US to undergo specialised training, helping establish the capabilities required for the deployment and operation of the service.

This initiative is being advanced as part of a strategic partnership with Sanko Total Service Co., Ltd. (STS) and MSA Security (MSA), an Allied Universal company. By deploying TSA-compliant K9 teams in Japan, the partnership provides EDD screening services, a screening method recognised by the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB). STS was announced as an EDD screening provider by the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau on 27 April 2026, and DHL Global Forwarding Japan has entered a formal agreement with STS to implement the service.

EDD screening enables faster coverage of large areas while maintaining logistics speed and shipment integrity. Combined by conventional screening methods where appropriate, it further strengthens aviation security and supports more efficient global supply chains.

Amazon announced the US expansion of its less-than-truckload (LTL) freight beyond its current inbound-to-Amazon offering, to any type of destination, including third-party warehouses, distribution centres, and retail partners, as part of the suite of offerings from Amazon Supply Chain Services (ASCS).

Businesses now have the flexibility to ship by pallet, choosing LTL to share trailer space for partial loads instead of reserving and paying for a full truckload. Since 2019, Amazon LTL has served tens of thousands of Amazon selling partners and vendors, moving millions of pallets across its US network last year. The Company is now expanding the service based on strong positive feedback and growing customer demand. This launch is the latest addition to ASCS, a portfolio of supply chain capabilities from Amazon, including freight, distribution, fulfilment, and parcel shipping available for businesses of all types and sizes.

Businesses of all sizes can now use LTL to move freight, typically ranging from one to six pallets, into their warehouses, between their own facilities, or to their retail partners and distributors. Amazon offers seamless booking and flexible pick-up options, including next-day live pickup for orders placed by 5 p.m., same-day pickup through Amazon’s drop trailer solution, and standing daily pickups for high-volume shippers.

Additional benefits include:

> Drop trailer support. A unified drop trailer pool supports both LTL and full truckload shipments, simplifying yard operations for customers using multiple ASCS Freight services.
> Shipment visibility. End-to-end real-time GPS tracking from pickup through delivery, proactive milestone updates, automated appointment scheduling at receiving facilities, and electronic proof of delivery, eliminating manual tracking.
> Sensor-equipped fleet. Centralised monitoring, with cargo cameras and door sensors across the entire fleet, enabling automated driver alerts and real-time freight security from load to unload.
> EDI integrations. Automated order tendering, shipment tracking, and invoicing connect directly to existing supply chain systems for seamless processing.
> Experienced LTL drivers. Drivers trained specifically in LTL operations handle pickup and delivery, bringing expertise in freight handling, multi-stop routing, and dock procedures.

Amazon Freight, part of Amazon Supply Chain Services, spans full truckload, less-than-truckload, and rail services, supported by more than 80,000 trailers, 24,000 intermodal containers, and terminals across major US metros. The service gives shippers access to the same logistics infrastructure, technology, and reliability that Amazon uses to move its own freight every day, with scalable capacity to support businesses when shipping volumes increase.

In a significant step toward providing customised solutions during challenging times, MEDLOG India and MSC India have launched a dedicated block train service for a major industrial client.

The new rail service connects the client’s industrial plant in Jamnagar, Gujarat with Mundra Port, India’s largest commercial and container port and a major trade gateway.

The initiative marks an important milestone at a time when India's logistics sector is facing mounting challenges, as diesel prices continue to rise and the availability of truck drivers remains constrained.

These twin concerns are making rail-led logistics solutions increasingly essential across industrial corridors to ensure supply chain continuity and cost optimisation. The new client service between Jamnagar and Mundra via Morbi responds to these concerns while delivering additional advantages such as faster cargo evacuation, improved schedule reliability and a reduced dependency on long-haul trucking, resulting in lower carbon emissions.

The move also aligns with the broader industry trend toward multimodal logistics and integrated transportation solutions. By shifting cargo from road to rail via this dedicated block train service, MEDLOG India and MSC India are creating a more reliable, cost-efficient and sustainable supply chain solution for one of India's largest industrial groups. For MEDLOG India and MSC India, the successful execution of this block train service further strengthens the relationship with this key customer by delivering agile, future-ready logistics solutions tailored to evolving market conditions.

The collaboration highlights the growing importance of customised inland logistics solutions as customers seek dependable alternatives amid changing industry dynamics. It also reinforces MEDLOG’s commitment to providing bespoke solutions in line with customer needs, market conditions and the demand for sustainable cargo solutions.

As the logistics industry continues to evolve, partnerships focused on innovation, efficiency and resilience are expected to shape the future of cargo transportation in India. The Jamnagar–Morbi–Mundra block train initiative is a strong example of how collaborative logistics solutions can help industries navigate operational challenges while building more efficient supply chains for the future.

DP World is expanding its integrated logistics capabilities in Mexico as nearshoring, manufacturing growth and increasing cross-border trade continue to reshape North American supply chains. The Company has received International Air Transport Association (IATA) certification for its freight forwarding operations in Mexico City, enabling direct air freight services and strengthening its ability to support evolving customer demand across the region.

The certification enables DP World’s Mexico City operation to sell air freight directly, issue air waybills as an accredited agent, work directly with airlines without intermediaries, and access IATA Cargo Accounts Settlement Systems (CASS), improving operational efficiency and commercial flexibility for customers. The enhanced capability supports faster response times, improved cargo access, greater pricing flexibility, and more reliable service delivery.

The milestone also reflects the growing nearshoring trend, as companies continue to strengthen manufacturing and supply chain integration between the US and Mexico. As cross-border trade volumes increase, border congestion remains one of the region’s biggest operational challenges. According to the US Bureau of Transportation Statistics, Laredo handled 38.8% of all inbound trucks from Mexico in 2025, underscoring the concentration of freight flows and the growing need for integrated logistics solutions that combine air freight, warehousing, and inland transportation capabilities.

Within this context, DP World continues its expansion in Mexico, where the Company is growing its end-to-end logistics platform to help address growing cross-border complexity, reduce bottlenecks, and improve supply chain efficiency amid rising nearshoring demand across the region.

DP World has established a growing presence across Mexico City, Monterrey, Guadalajara, Querétaro and Ciudad Juárez, with five freight forwarding offices and four warehouse facilities totalling more than 55,742 m2. The Company’s operations in the country support nearly 800 employees.

The recent opening of DP World’s multi-customer warehouse in Querétaro, a key industrial and manufacturing hub, further expanded the Company’s contract logistics capabilities and reinforced its position in one of Mexico’s fastest-growing logistics and production corridors.

DP World now operates 17 IATA-certified freight forwarding locations across 10 countries in the Americas, including operations in:

US: Atlanta, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York (JFK) and Newark (CN)
Canada: Toronto and Vancouver
Mexico: Mexico City
Panama: Panama City
Colombia: Bogota
Brazil: Santos
Chile: Santiago
Dominican Republic: Santo Domingo
Ecuador: Guayaquil
Peru: Lima

In Mexico, DP World is also pursuing IATA certification in Monterrey and Guadalajara as part of its broader strategy to further strengthen its air freight network and integrated logistics offering across the country. Together, the Mexico City IATA certification and DP World’s continued investments in freight forwarding, warehousing, and inland logistics reinforce the Company’s role in supporting nearshoring and enabling more efficient, connected trade flows across North America.

DHL Supply Chain has announced the expansion of its data centre logistics capabilities across the Asia Pacific region, strengthening its position as a strategic partner for hyperscalers and data centre operators as AI investment accelerates and large-scale deployments move into execution.

The expansion includes more than 30,000 m2 of dedicated warehouse capacity currently in operation across Asia Pacific, with a further 130,000 m2 of committed expansion and built to suit development in Malaysia and Thailand scheduled to go live over the next two years. In total, DHL will support more than 160,000 m2 of data centre logistics infrastructure across key markets in the region.

The expansion directly responds to Asia Pacific's rapid data centre growth and builds on a commitment that DHL Supply Chain made in March 2026 to add 10 dedicated warehouses in North America to address hyperscaler demands, as the Company ramps up its data centre logistics capabilities globally. Driven by rising demand for AI, cloud services, and digital connectivity, data centre operators face increasing pressure to manage tighter timelines, complex cross-border supply chains, and the movement of high-value equipment into active construction environments. With the data centre logistics market increasing from US$23.0 billion in 2025 to approximately US$35.0 billion by 2030, these complex environments call for speed, security, and specialized handling, which DHL is well-positioned to support the entire data centre life cycle.

As the region enters a sustained phase of large-scale data centre execution, customers need more than capacity; they need execution certainty. DHL’s investments in dedicated infrastructure and advanced white glove capabilities are designed to deliver that certainty by combining precision, consistency, and speed in some of the region's most demanding deployment environments.

DHL's expansion addresses these challenges by combining fully dedicated, high security warehousing with specialised service logistics solutions that support complex, multi-phase deployment programmes. A central pillar of the expansion is DHL's investment in upskilling its workforce in advanced white glove handling and specialised technical services. This enables teams to shift critical preparation and integration work from live construction zones to controlled logistics environments.

White glove handling ensures servers, equipment and critical systems are moved under controlled conditions to reduce the risk of damage and delays. These capabilities oversee the full delivery process, from site survey reporting and route assessments to on-site preparation such as floor protection, cage management, and verification of part numbers. Installation and post reporting include rack installation, component verification, area cleaning, and completion reporting.

Specialised technical services further address the complexities of data centre logistics. These services include server rack frame assembly, mounting components, intra-rack cabling, functional testing, and secure packaging to protect sensitive server equipment during transport. By building these technical skills in dedicated teams and completing these activities in purpose built logistics hubs, DHL helps customers reduce on site congestion, lower installation risk, and maintain build schedules, even as infrastructure density and deployment complexity increase.

The Asia Pacific expansion builds on DHL Group's broader global investment in data centre logistics, following a recent expansion of data centre logistics infrastructure in North America.

Together, these initiatives underscore DHL's focus on data centres as a strategic growth sector and reinforce the Group's ability to support customers with globally integrated, end-to-end logistics execution as digital infrastructure is scaled across regions.

Global trade depends on identifying new avenues for growth and connection. As established markets mature, forward-thinking businesses increasingly turn toward high-potential regions to shape their future supply chains. West Africa has emerged as one of these key growth frontiers, with Nigeria firmly positioned at its centre.

Nigeria is not only Africa’s most populous country but also one of the continent’s most strategic logistics gateways. It serves as a natural entry point to the wider Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) region and offers immense opportunity for multinational manufacturers, retailers, and industrial players. For CEVA Logistics, Nigeria represents a pivotal hub in its ambition to become one of the few genuinely pan-African logistics providers.

CEVA established its Lagos office in 2022 as part of this long-term vision. Since then, it has steadily expanded both operational capabilities and local partnerships to build resilient, scalable logistics solutions that connect Nigeria more effectively to regional and global markets.

Nigeria’s fast-growing, youthful population and expanding middle class continue to drive strong demand for fast-moving consumer goods, electronics, healthcare products, and industrial materials. For international companies, establishing a robust supply chain into Nigeria also creates a launchpad for serving neighbouring West African markets. Additionally, as manufacturers increasingly seek alternatives to Southeast Asia, Nigeria is positioning itself as a future manufacturing hub, leveraging its strategic location and resources to become more than just a consumer market.

However, despite these advantages, Nigeria remains a complex logistics environment. Congested road networks, port bottlenecks, and intricate customs procedures can result in unpredictable transit times and operational inefficiencies. Success in this market requires more than infrastructure alone, it demands deep local knowledge, alternative transport routes, and proximity to critical trade nodes.

This understanding has shaped CEVA’s multi-layered growth strategy in Nigeria, combining local expertise, inland infrastructure, and port-centric solutions to unlock new trade corridors.

To bridge the gap between global reach and local execution, CEVA formed a joint venture with EFL, creating CEVA EFL Limited. This partnership brings together CEVA’s international logistics expertise with EFL’s strong local presence, operational know-how, and inland infrastructure.

EFL contributes a team of more than 100 local logistics professionals and operates 140,000 m2 of Inland Container Depot (ICD) space across strategic locations including Ikorodu (Apapa) and Kirikiri. These facilities are equipped with 24/7 security, CCTV, reliable power generation, fire safety systems, and full container handling capabilities, including VGM services.

One of the most pressing challenges in Lagos remains port congestion, particularly at Apapa and Tincan. To address this, CEVA EFL leverages dedicated barge operations, moving containers directly from congested ports to ICDs via inland waterways. This approach significantly reduces reliance on overburdened road networks while improving transit reliability and cargo security. To complete the supply chain, CEVA manages final delivery using our dedicated, in-house managed fleet in Nigeria, effectively offering seamless door-to-door services.

In parallel with strengthening inland operations, CEVA has also deepened its port-centric footprint through a joint venture with Lagos Free Zone (LFZ), a Tolaram venture and one of Africa’s most advanced industrial free zones.

Established in 2012, Lagos Free Zone is an 860-hectare, award-winning, port-based industrial zone in Lekki, Lagos’ rapidly developing maritime and industrial corridor. The zone has attracted more than US$2.75 billion in committed foreign direct investment and is home to global brands such as ADM, BASF, Tata International, Kellogg’s, Colgate, Arla, and Dufil, alongside the recently commissioned Lekki Deep Sea Port.

This collaboration led to the formation of CEVA Logistics FZE, a jointly owned entity with 60.0% CEVA shareholding and 40.0% owned by Lagos Free Zone. The joint venture includes a 9,000 m2, multi-user warehouse located inside the free zone and adjacent to Lekki Port. Fully operated and branded by CEVA, the facility serves as a strategic West Africa hub, enabling multinational customers to import goods into Nigeria, distribute locally, and export to neighbouring West African markets while benefiting from the free zone regulatory and operational framework.

Together with CEVA EFL Limited, this port-centric capability reinforces CEVA’s integrated approach, combining inland connectivity, alternative transport modes, and proximity to critical maritime gateways.

While CEVA’s local partnerships deliver execution on the ground, CEVA’s global network ensures seamless connectivity. Operating in more than 170 countries, CEVA connects Nigeria and West Africa to manufacturing hubs and consumer markets worldwide, delivering consistency, reliability, and visibility across borders.

Within this network, CEVA already holds a strong profile providing exceptional air freight services in Nigeria. Furthermore, it has robust capabilities in project logistics and handling out-of-gauge cargo across Africa. By leveraging its global knowledge and sharing it locally, it successfully manages complex, oversized shipments for industrial and infrastructure projects.

This capability is supported by in-house customs clearance expertise and advanced digital tools. Customers benefit from real-time track and trace, intuitive customer portals, and API integrations that provide end-to-end visibility throughout the supply chain. By maintaining control over regulatory compliance and standardising processes, CEVA reduces delays and enhances operational predictability.

CEVA’s expanding footprint in Nigeria reflects a deliberate, long-term investment in the region’s future. By combining inland depots, barge solutions, a dedicated delivery fleet, free zone infrastructure, and global connectivity, CEVA is creating resilient trade corridors that bypass traditional bottlenecks and enable sustainable growth.

As Nigeria continues to strengthen its role in global trade, CEVA stands ready to support customers with integrated, customer-centric logistics solutions, connecting Nigeria to the world, and the world more efficiently to West Africa. Furthermore, with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) fostering intra-African trade, Nigeria’s strategic position as a logistics and manufacturing hub becomes even more critical for regional and global supply chains.

One of the largest privately-owned freight forwarders in Ireland has become the latest member of the Pallet-Track network. Dublin-headquartered Toga Freight Group moves large volumes of palletised groupage shipments between Britain and Ireland every week via its hub in Hams Hall, near Birmingham. This depot will take the lead in integrating into the Wolverhampton-based network, which enables logistics companies to work together to transport freight efficiently around the UK.

Toga Freight, which also operates multiple weekly departures to Ireland and mainland Europe from depots in Kent and Warrington, first expanded into the UK in 2023. While it offers blanket next-day delivery across Ireland, it didn’t have that power in Great Britain and believes Pallet-Track is the “perfect solution” for this requirement.

Since expanding into Great Britain started in 2023, the Company has managed to control its volumes using own resources in the main. However, it needed to shorten the transit times to Ireland to a next-day service from most, if not all of Great Britain, rather than just from around its own depots, so it needed to join a network to enable that.

Toga Freight met with a few of the main UK pallet networks, but when it looked closely at what it wanted to achieve – better service, sustainability and reliability – Pallet Track came out head and shoulders above the rest.

Toga Freight is also a shareholder member of the European network Astre Europe and Astre Palet System and has its own Asian entity, Toga Freight Services Asia LLC, based in Vietnam.

Clarusto Logistics has opened a new office in Wuhan, China, expanding its presence in one of the world's most important trading markets and strengthening support for customers moving goods across Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

The new office officially opened on 07 May 2026 and is located on Yanjiang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China.

The expansion follows increased customer demand for logistics services that connect key international trade routes, as businesses seek reliable freight-forwarding partners with local expertise, global reach, and end-to-end supply chain capabilities.

The new office places Clarusto Logistics at the heart of one of China's leading transportation and manufacturing hubs. The office will support customers requiring local coordination, freight forwarding, customs-related support, warehousing, distribution, and supply chain management across major trade lanes in China, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Founded in Saudi Arabia in 1992, Clarusto Logistics has built a reputation for delivering reliable freight forwarding and logistics solutions across air, sea and multimodal transportation channels. Today, the Company serves customers across five continents through a growing network of offices and partners, supporting businesses with customs clearance, warehousing, distribution and end-to-end supply chain management.

The new office will enhance Clarusto's ability to coordinate shipments, provide on-the-ground customer support and build stronger partnerships within one of the world's most dynamic logistics markets.

The move also reinforces the Company's long-term vision of becoming a globally recognised logistics partner known for reliability, transparency and customer-focused service. With more than 30 years of industry experience, a worldwide partner network and operations spanning multiple international markets, Clarusto Logistics continues to invest in infrastructure and expertise that help customers move goods efficiently across borders.

As global supply chains continue to evolve, the Company believes local presence remains critical to delivering the speed, flexibility and visibility businesses need to remain competitive in international trade.

Bpost and Retail Partners Colruyt Group are joining forces to accelerate the rollout of parcel lockers across SPAR stores. This initiative marks the first rollout at this scale, reflecting both groups’ commitment for sustainable and accessible logistics. By integrating parcel pick-up, sending and returns into everyday shopping locations, this partnership makes parcel services more convenient and seamlessly embedded in customers’ daily routines.

Around two thirds of Spar Colruyt Group have opted into the initiative, underlining the strong interest from independent shop owners. The rollout will be carried out progressively: around 120 SPAR Colruyt Group will be equipped with a Bbox parcel locker before the summer, representing approximately 60.0% of the network, with the remaining locations to follow by year-end.

As eCommerce and returns continue to grow, customers increasingly expect delivery solutions that are flexible, close to home and easy to use. By installing Bbox parcel lockers at shops that are known and embedded in the neighbourhood, bpost responds to this demand with a solution that fits seamlessly into daily life.

Customers can collect or send parcels at a time that suits them, combining postal services with their regular grocery shopping, without additional travel or waiting times.

For SPAR shop owners, the introduction of Bbox parcel lockers strengthens their role as local service hubs. Parcel lockers contribute to additional footfall and complement existing in-store services, while offering added convenience to customers.

The rollout with Retail Partners Colruyt Group is part of Bpost's wider ambition to bring a Bbox within a five-minute reach of every Belgian, expanding its network to nearly 3,500 automated parcel lockers by end of 2026, across streets, mobility hubs, workplaces and retail locations alike.

Kuehne + Nagel has expanded its own-controlled air freight network with the addition of Frankfurt to its Inspire aircraft rotation, strengthening connectivity between North America, Europe and Asia.

As Europe’s leading air cargo hub, Frankfurt handles around 2.0 million tonnes of cargo annually and plays a central role in the movement of high-value and time-sensitive goods. Its inclusion in the Inspire rotation further strengthens key trade flows between Europe and North America.

The updated rotation now includes a weekly routing from Chicago to Frankfurt, continuing to Atlanta. The connection directly links Frankfurt and Chicago, two major pharmaceutical production and distribution hubs, supporting the movement of time-sensitive healthcare shipments

Inspire is Kuehne + Nagel’s own controlled Boeing 747-8 freighter. The long-term charter is operated by Atlas Air. The Boeing 747-8F is the largest cargo plane manufactured by Boeing, with a cargo capacity of about 140 tonnes, enabling the transport of high-value and complex shipments across key global trade lanes.

Effective June 2026, the updated Inspire rotation enhances connectivity across key transatlantic and Asia-Europe trade lanes, linking Atlanta, Chicago, Frankfurt, Liège, Sharjah, and Taipei. The network is designed to support industries with high requirements on reliability and speed, including pharmaceuticals, aerospace, high-tech, semiconductors and cloud infrastructure shipments.

Kuehne + Nagel continues to scale its own-controlled capacity, comprising more than 100 weekly charter connections worldwide. Leveraging its scalable network and gateway model, the Company further strengthens reliability, speed and service consistency across its air logistics offering, while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to evolving trade patterns and customer needs.

Qatar Airways Cargo, together with its ground handling partner Qatar Aviation Services Cargo (QAS Cargo), has secured IATA CEIV Fresh recertification for its Fresh product, reaffirming its adherence to global standards in the handling and transportation of perishable cargo.

Aligned with IATA’s Perishable Cargo Regulations (PCR), the CEIV Fresh certification covers both operational procedures and quality management systems. The recertification underlines the carrier’s continued focus on delivering consistent, end-to-end cold chain solutions across its global network.

Qatar Airways Cargo’s Fresh product supports a wide range of perishable commodities, including fruits, vegetables, seafood, meat, flowers and confectionery, ensuring shipments maintain their integrity and quality throughout transit.

The recertification reflects an ongoing programme of continuous improvement across both airline and ground operations. This includes regular audits, process enhancements, targeted training initiatives, and close coordination between Qatar Airways Cargo and QAS Cargo to ensure full compliance with international standards.

As part of its broader industry engagement, Qatar Airways Cargo contributes to the development of global perishables standards through its participation in the IATA Perishable Cargo Working Group (PCWG), supporting the ongoing evolution of best practices across the sector.

Qatar Airways Cargo first achieved CEIV Fresh certification in June 2023, with this latest recertification valid through to June 2029, further strengthening its position as a trusted partner for temperature-sensitive air freight.

Between 01 April 2025 and 31 March 2026, the carrier transported more than 240,000 tonnes of perishable cargo worldwide, highlighting the scale of its operations in this segment.

In January, Wing shared historic plans with Walmart to scale drone delivery coast to coast, building a network of over 270 locations to reach more than 40 million Americans by 2027. Now, Wing and Walmart are confirming seven new major metro areas that will join the nation's largest drone delivery network: Memphis, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area and Salt Lake City.

This planned expansion into more regions will bring Wing and Walmart’s total service footprint to nearly 20 US markets across the country, leading the industry and advancing the work to build a nationwide drone delivery network.

With well over one million commercial deliveries completed, Wing is helping Walmart make retail drone delivery an everyday reality in cities from Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston to Atlanta. Wing’s technology and advanced FAA permissions, combined with Walmart’s retail footprint, create a logistics network unlike any other.

This expansion is a direct response to the evolving needs of Walmart shoppers, providing unparalleled speed for everything from last-minute ingredients to electronics and household necessities. Wing’s drones fly at speeds up to 60 mph and use a tether to gently lower packages directly to a customer’s yard or driveway in as fast as 30 minutes.

Residents in these new markets will soon join the millions who already have access to the service in Dallas-Fort Worth, Metro Atlanta, and Greater Houston. This latest phase builds upon previous announcements in Orlando, Tampa, Charlotte, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Los Angeles and Miami.

Before launching in each new city, Wing and Walmart will work closely with local leaders and community members to share more about Wing’s safe, reliable delivery system designed to serve single-family homes, apartment buildings and commercial delivery zones throughout the community.

Once drone delivery is available, customers within delivery range will see the option on the Walmart app or website based on the address associated with their account. Customers can also place a delivery directly through the Wing app.

DHL and the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) announced the extension of their long-standing partnership through a new multi-year agreement. Building on a collaboration that began in 2012, DHL will continue to serve as the Official Logistics Partner of the FIA WEC, the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans and, for the first time, also support the Asian Le Mans Series - further strengthening its role in delivering world-class motorsport logistics on a global scale.

As the FIA WEC continues to experience rapid growth - driven by the introduction of the Hypercar category and a steadily increasing number of manufacturers - DHL's expertise in managing complex, large-scale logistics operations remains essential. The championship spans key markets across Europe, North and South America, Asia, and the Middle East, with a growing global fanbase and participation from leading automotive brands, including Alpine, Aston Martin, BMW, Cadillac, Corvette, Ferrari, Ford, Genesis, Lexus, McLaren, Mercedes, Peugeot, Porsche and Toyota.

DHL is responsible for coordinating and executing the reliable transportation of race cars and critical equipment across all championship events. This includes consolidating shipments for multiple manufacturers and teams, transporting spare parts, garage infrastructure, broadcast equipment, and even large volumes of alternative fuels. Delivering such precision logistics requires seamless coordination and flexibility, ensuring all race assets arrive on time, regardless of tight schedules and intercontinental transitions.

Across a typical FIA WEC season, DHL manages logistics for all races featuring a grid of 36 cars, including the transport of approximately 120 containers, up to seven dedicated aircraft charters per intercontinental leg, and thousands of race tyres. A dedicated team of motorsport logistics specialists ensures hands-on support at venues worldwide, combining operational excellence with on-site expertise.

To enhance efficiency and low-emission logistics, DHL has implemented a smart combination of air and ocean freight solutions tailored to the race calendar. DHL supports the use of alternative fuels and low-emission transport solutions, including biofuel trucks and sustainable marine freight options. These efforts align with the broader ambition shared by DHL and FIA WEC: to make a traditionally carbon-intensive sport more sustainable and future-ready through innovation in technology, processes, and behaviour.

CMA CGM Group, CEVA Logistics and Chery Auto, China’s largest passenger vehicle exporter, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Chery’s headquarters in Wuhu, China.

The MoU sets the foundation for a long-term strategic collaboration aimed at supporting Chery's accelerating international development while scaling and strengthening its global supply chain capabilities to drive greater efficiency, resilience and sustainability.

Leveraging the CMA CGM Group’s extensive global shipping and logistics expertise together with CEVA Logistics’ cross-border operational expertise and end-to-end automotive logistics capabilities, the partnership will comprehensively support Chery Auto’s localisation strategy and the continued expansion of its international footprint.

Under the new agreement, CMA CGM and CEVA Logistics will support Chery Auto’s operations across Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East, covering finished vehicles, automotive parts, and Electric Vehicle (EV) batteries. These integrated end-to-end solutions will span domestic distribution, international transportation, and complex multimodal operations. CEVA will deploy its full end-to-end automotive logistics capabilities across finished vehicles, parts and batteries

As global automotive supply chains become increasingly complex, strong and reliable transport and logistics partnerships are more important than ever. By bringing together CMA CGM’s global maritime and logistics network with CEVA Logistics’ end-to-end automotive logistics expertise, this three-party collaboration will help Chery Auto strengthen the resilience, efficiency and sustainability of its international operations.

GXO Logistics has signed a multi-year agreement with L’Oréal to support the beauty leader’s logistics operations in Europe. The partnership will strengthen L’Oréal’s supply chain capabilities across Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary, supporting growth in both retail and eCommerce channels.

The agreement builds on a long‑standing global relationship between GXO and L’Oréal, spanning more than 15 years in the US and Mexico. Drawing on a proven track record of success, GXO was selected to support L’Oréal’s strategic decision to outsource its logistics operations in Europe, helping secure the resources needed for an agile, resilient and future‑ready supply chain.

This agreement underscores a shared commitment to delivering long-term value. By outsourcing their logistics, partners like L’Oréal can stay focused on their core business while GXO transform their logistics into a true competitive advantage.

As part of the agreement, GXO will develop and operate a new greenfield logistics facility of approximately 20,000 m2, employing around 80 people and serving nine countries in the region. Located in Lavičky near Brno, the site offers an optimal strategic position close to customers, enabling higher service quality and faster delivery times. The facility will provide omnichannel distribution, primarily for retail operations, while also supporting eCommerce flows. It is expected to go live mid-2027 and will be developed in line with BREEAM Excellent sustainability standards.

The operation will handle a broad portfolio of L’Oréal products, including luxury, dermo‑cosmetic, professional and consumer goods, drawing on GXO’s expertise in managing complex, high‑value beauty supply chains.

For L’Oréal, this was a bold and carefully considered strategic decision. With its growth strategy, it needs the scale, capacity and technology of a modern logistics hub that will enable it to move to the next level of customer experience. The mission is to offer every person around the world the best of beauty in terms of quality, efficacy, safety and responsibility, meeting diverse beauty needs across all markets. To support it, the Company chose GXO as its strategic logistics partner in Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary for its strong expertise, proactive approach and deep understanding of the beauty sector. GXO will support it throughout this journey by enabling an agile and resilient supply chain.

Bleckmann has partnered with Strom Holdings UK to consolidate and optimise the global company’s EU and UK fulfilment operations. The partnership, which went live earlier this year via Bleckmann’s plug-and-play Bscale logistics solution, marks the first time Strom Holdings UK has served both markets through a single external logistics provider. The move will allow the Company to more efficiently fulfil eCommerce orders across these key markets with reduced lead times, reliable delivery and expert handling.

With operations across the US, Canada, Japan and Australia, alongside the UK and EU, Strom Holdings is a truly international organisation that manufactures and retails adult healthcare products.

Before partnering with Bleckmann, the UK arm of the company was managing fulfilment for both the UK and the EU in-house, which led to a drain on internal resources. It was looking to restructure logistics with a view to consolidating operations for a more consistent service.

The main goal was to find one provider that could seamlessly handle the cross-border aspect, and Bleckmann’s strong presence in both the UK and the strategically located Benelux region – particularly the Netherlands – made them a highly promising candidate.

Following an initial meeting, Strom and Bleckmann decided that a dual-hub solution would most effectively meet Strom’s current needs while providing plenty of scope for expansion at scale. Under the new model, Bleckmann fulfils all of Strom’s EU, EEA and Swiss orders from one of its sites in Almelo, the Netherlands. All UK orders are fulfilled from one of its sites in Swindon, UK. Crucially, all sites are connected to Bleckmann’s centralised inventory management framework, meaning that both operations are seamlessly integrated in terms of visibility, oversight and reporting. In addition, Bleckmann’s established network of localised last-mile partners (‘Local Heroes’) ensures that the best-performing carriers are selected per market, eliminating guesswork for a truly reliable service.

Strom UK selected Bleckmann’s Bscale solution for the simplicity and operational unburdening it provides, combined with the ability to tailor it to the Company’s specific requirements. As a modular, pay-as-you-grow fulfilment solution, it gives brands of all sizes access to enterprise-grade logistics without high upfront costs. The platform allows companies to begin shipping in weeks, with flexible capacity to scale up as demand increases. There is also scope to adapt various aspects.

The operational unburdening provided by Bscale is enabling Strom Holdings UK to focus on expansion in the key markets served. Without the administrative burden of managing separate carriers or handling customs compliance, the road is clear for a smoother expansion trajectory.

Strom’s stock in the EU is consistent, and sales volume is increasing, which wasn’t possible under the previous setup. In the end, it’s not just about the cost savings but about the outcome delivered, and it is very pleased with what it has seen so far, with full oversight and accountability. But perhaps most importantly, from the start there was genuine interest in making sure the two companies were the right fit for each other; a foundation for a great partnership.

According to local press reports GEODIS has started operations at a logistics facility in Ajax, Canada. The 3PL will support its customer, Milwaukee Tool, at the 43,664 m2 logistics centre. Operations were set to begin at the end of May. GEODIS has signed a five-year lease at the Lakeridge Logistics Centre (537 Kingston Road East), a class-A zero carbon certified industrial facility. The contract is expected to require 100 full-time roles.

The Lakeridge Logistics Centre is one of the largest distribution and logistics facilities in Ontario at 111,484 m2.

Nestlé USA announced the opening of its new distribution centre in Arvin, California, the Company’s largest and most technologically advanced distribution centre to date. The state-of-the-art facility strengthens Nestlé’s West Coast distribution network and is designed for flexible operations, enabling the delivery of products from brands like Nestlé Toll House, Coffee mate, and Gerber while supporting future portfolio growth.

The opening of the Arvin distribution centre marks an important milestone in Nestlé’s broader commitment to invest US$25.0 billion in its US operations over a ten-year period beginning in 2020. This includes bolstering manufacturing and distribution operations for US production, accelerating digital capabilities throughout the supply chain, and enhancements in R&D.

As part of that investment, Nestlé committed more than US$330.0 million to build the 65,032 m2 Arvin facility, which uses targeted automation to increase agility and resiliency and support higher demand in peak seasons. Through its opening, Nestlé aims to bring more than 110 high-skilled jobs to the Arvin community, supporting economic growth in Kern County.

The Arvin distribution centre is equipped with advanced digital technologies and targeted automation. This includes the largest Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems within Nestlé’s global network, which will handle shelf-stable goods from dock to delivery with greater accuracy.

Automation at the site is intentionally designed to complement and enhance the frontline employee experience. By reducing repetitive and physically demanding tasks, this automation helps improve safety and allows employees to focus on higher-skill work. The technical systems in place support technical training, upskilling and career advancement.

The Arvin facility is the second new high-tech distribution centre Nestlé has opened in the US in the last two years, following the opening of its beverage factory and distribution centre in Glendale, AZ. Together, these investments represent a significant step forward in the company's ongoing supply chain transformation.

Nestlé is committed to creating a more sustainable future and positively impacting the communities where it operates. As part of this goal, the Arvin facility aims to source 100.0% of its electricity from investments in renewable sources, including solar and wind power. The facility is also planned to be zero waste for disposal, meaning it will recycle, compost or recover energy from waste materials that would have otherwise gone to a landfill. Additionally, Nestlé is closely partnering with Kern County to drive economic opportunity and long-term growth in the Arvin community.

Debenhams Group has completed the sublease of its distribution centre in the US to ID Logistics. The 102,193 m2 distribution centre in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, opened in August 2023 and was operational for approximately 15 months. The facility is a manual, non-automated operation. The Group ceased operations on 11 November 2024, with fulfilment of US orders returning to the UK.

To date the Group has incurred approximately US$124.0 million of costs at the site, covering rent, operating costs and capital investment.

The facility, which is surplus to the Group's operational requirements, carries approximately 8.5 years remaining on the lease term, representing approximately US$100.0 million of future lease and holding costs.

Mitigating the Group's liability has been a strategic priority as part of its transition to an asset-light operating model. The Sublease materially reduces the Group's future cash obligations while securing a long-term occupier for the site, with ID Logistics expected to commence occupation on 01 August 2026 until the end of the Group's lease.

The transaction has resulted in an unaudited non-cash exceptional credit of approximately £40.0 million to the income statement relating to the recognition of an asset on the balance sheet for the future sublease payments, which (subject to audit confirmation) will be reflected in the Group's H1 results. As previously guided in the Group's Q1 trading update, the Sublease represents a key step in reducing the Group's future annual lease costs.

The Group's lease costs in the current year will be £13.0 million, which will further reduce to £8.0 million in FY28 and £6.0 million in FY29 as the benefits of the US$9.5 million average annual rent income under the Sublease are fully realised. The £6.0 million ongoing lease costs will include the fully automated Sheffield warehouse, the Manchester head office, as well as a small London footprint. Other costs of approximately US$20.0 million associated with the Group's lease obligations will be covered under the terms of the Sublease.

CTP has completed the first phase of the transformation of the former Zátiší barracks in Plzeň, Czech Republic, into a modern multifunctional business park. CTPark Plzeň Kasárny, a former brownfield property with more than 50,000 m2 of space, has launched operations and already welcomed its first clients. The park is now home to companies in the healthcare, fitness, automotive, and industrial sectors. Phase 2 of construction is expected to be completed in summer 2026.

The former Zátiší barracks served as a military base from the 1930s but fell into disrepair after 1989. CTP decided to transform the brownfield into CTPark Plzeň Kasárny, with flexible spaces for manufacturing, research and development, logistics, offices, and showrooms with public-facing facilities and services. The project, designed by Studio Acht led by architect Václav Hlaváček, maintains Plzeň’s industrial legacy while applying modern sustainable construction methods. The project is targeting BREEAM Outstanding certification.

Several clients have already launched operations at CTPark Plzeň Kasárny. Avenier, a leading Czech distributor of vaccines and innovative treatments, opened a distribution centre equipped with the latest technologies to meet the highest standards for pharmaceutical logistics. The park offers Avenier ideal logistic access to supply healthcare facilities and vaccination centres throughout the country.

MITO LIGHT, a Czech technological company specialising in red-light and infrared therapy using LED panels, uses the complex as a warehouse, distribution centre, showroom, and as its corporate headquarters.

The list of park tenants also includes German company KRIWAN Group, which develops and manufactures enterprise-grade industrial electronic systems. The Company selected CTPark Plzeň Kasárny for its strategic location and excellent access for staff and to individual facilities.

The project ingeniously incorporates energy recuperation, green roofs that improve the local microclimate, and solutions to trap and use rainwater. Outdoor spaces offer a wealth of greenery, water elements, and a connection to a bike path adjacent to the park. CTPark Plzeň Kasárny’s eco-friendly infrastructure is one of the major benefits the park offers in terms of sustainability, energy conservation, and user comfort.

The greenery is part of a carefully conceived landscape design by Dutch studio Baljon Landscape Architects. At completion the park will be home to more than 200 mature deciduous trees selected for their resilience to demanding urban climate conditions. Extensive lawns and wildflower meadows will support local wildlife and natural water retention in the soil. Beyond the buildings, the greenery transitions into a more open landscape character, complemented by rich plantings of predominantly native shrub species.

The services offered at CTPark Plzeň Kasárny are expanding. In addition to the Form Factory fitness centre, a new indoor Padel Powers sports centre will open in the second half of this year. CTPark Plzeň Kasárny is comprised of four interconnected parts that together create a diverse business campus in the western part of the city.

The park is located on Folmavská Street in the western part of Plzeň with excellent access to public transportation and the D5 motorway that connects the city with Prague and Germany. The University of West Bohemia is also close by, offering qualified candidates in technical and engineering fields.

The development of CTPark Plzeň Kasárny continues. Phase 2 will see the completion of another building to expand the park’s capacity and functionality. At completion, CTPark Plzeň Kasárny will revitalise this former brownfield transformation into a modern city district that mixes business, services, and public life.

One of Australia’s leading beverages company, Asahi Beverages, is building a massive new distribution centre outside Brisbane as part of a multi-year programme to modernise its supply chain network. Located in Redbank, within the City of Ipswich, Asahi will invest A$150.0 million into its new site, which will use advanced technology including a high-speed shuttle system and sophisticated robotics.

This will allow Asahi customers to access Asahi’s full beverages range more efficiently - from Great Northern and VB to Hard Rated and non-alcohol products such as Schweppes, Pepsi Max, Cool Ridge water and much more.

The development will help Asahi simplify its warehousing and distribution network along Australia’s east coast while delivering sustainability benefits via more efficient distribution routes. The investment means more customers can receive the Company’s full range of alcohol and non-alcohol beverages more efficiently with one order, one payment and delivery on one truck.

Development will be led by Goodman, with McNab appointed as the builder. Project and supply chain specialists TMX Transform have supported the project with network design, property procurement and project management.

The site will sit within the Redbank Motorway Estate, a strategically located industrial precinct in south-east Queensland. The precinct - owned, developed and managed by Goodman - provides direct access to key freight routes and supports efficient distribution across the region, the rest of Queensland and beyond.

The Asahi facility is expected to be fully operational by 2028 and create approximately 300 full-time equivalent jobs during construction.

The facility is targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating and will feature sustainability initiatives including 1MW of solar, native landscaping and 50,000L of rainwater collection tanks for reuse in irrigation and amenities.

The build phase is expected to take approximately 18 months, followed by a 12- month automation and commissioning process. The new distribution centre will not affect any of Asahi’s manufacturing operations.

The new distribution centre marks the second in a three-part national programme of distribution centres for Asahi. It follows the sod turning at Deer Park Estate in Melbourne's west late last year, with a third facility in Sydney to start construction later this year.

Amazon has opened a new fulfilment centre in Northampton and announced plans for a second major site in nearby Kettering, taking its investment in a single county of the UK to more than £1.0 billion and creating more than 4,000 jobs.

The Kettering site will be the UK's largest cross-dock facility, sorting and routing goods across the country. The Northampton centre is one of the most advanced logistics operations in the UK, with thousands of robots working alongside employees across three floors.

Amazon is investing more than £1.0 billion across two major sites in Northamptonshire:

> Kettering: A £500.0 million major operational facility opening this autumn. The 83,613 m2 site will process around 20 million items each week, creating more than 2,000 permanent jobs and hundreds of seasonal roles. Recruitment is under way for engineers, HR and IT professionals, finance specialists, and operations teams.

> Northampton: A new £500.0 million fulfilment centre where more than 2,000 jobs are being created. One of the most advanced logistics operations in the UK, the Northampton site stores tens of millions of items across three floors of robotics, where thousands of Hercules robots retrieve products and bring them directly to employees.

Pay for frontline roles starts at almost £30,000 per year, with private medical insurance, subsidised meals, an employee discount, and funded career development from day one.

On 18 May 2026, Rhenus Group launched cross-docking operations at its new warehouse in Kaunas. The 2,500 m2 warehouse will be used for transshipment of deliveries within Lithuania, as well as groupage shipments to other Baltic countries. Kaunas' strategic location at the crossroad of major transport routes significantly enhances transport capacity in the region and optimises delivery times. With the new cross-dock warehouse starts daily departures service to Germany, connecting Kaunas with Hilden (European Hub Rhenus Overland).

The Rhenus Group has been present in Lithuania since 1990 and has been steadily expanding its services in the market. Currently, the Company conducts logistics operations in two locations: Vilnius and Kaunas. The 17,000 m2 warehouse in Vilnius combines the functions of a logistics centre and a cross-dock warehouse for groupage, LTL, and FTL shipments. The newly opened warehouse in Kaunas perfectly complements existing operations and optimises the distribution network in the region.

The newly opened facility in Kaunas is a cross-dock warehouse with a dedicated racking area for storing more than 2,000 EUR pallets. This location will streamline distribution and improve delivery times to Lithuania and the other Baltic countries.

Lithuania’s main overall economic and trade partners are Poland and Germany. Both markets consistently rank as the top destinations for Lithuanian export and the largest sources of import. Trade, investment, and business cooperation, reflects in growing expectations for the road transport services market in this direction. Lithuania is also Poland's most important trading partner among the Baltic states.

The Rhenus Group has a strong road distribution network in Europe, the new investment highlights Rhenus Baltics direction with its business potential, as important component for the development of Rhenus Overland.

Mileway has agreed a long-term lease with 3PLWOW, a leading UK logistics provider, for c. 5,388 m2 at Blyth Riverside Park. The move expands 3PLWOW’s capacity in the North East and supports faster, more reliable service for customers across regional and national markets.

Blyth Riverside Park is strategically positioned with direct access to the A189 Spine Road and onward connections to the A19 and A1, enabling efficient coverage across Northumberland, Tyne and Wear and the wider UK. Proximity to the Port of Blyth further strengthens the location.

The letting follows Mileway’s full refurbishment of the unit, completed ahead of occupation. Improvements across the warehouse, offices and ancillary areas have enhanced functionality and day-to-day efficiency. The property offers modern space with eaves height up to 7.8m, a secure yard with dedicated servicing, and high-quality offices suitable for a range of industrial, logistics and distribution uses.

Location and specification were central to 3PLWOW’s decision as it sought a larger base in the North Tyneside / South Northumberland area. The new facility increases capacity, improves delivery efficiency through strong transport links, and reinforces 3PLWOW’s presence in an established employment location with potential for further job creation.

According to local press reports, online fashion company Shein has opened a logistics centre in Greenogue Business Park, Rathcoole, Co Dublin, Ireland. The 1,486 m2 centre was previously managed by a third-party logistics provider. It has now moved to Shein's direct management.

Ireland plays an important role in the Company’s wider European growth strategy, and this investment strengthens its ability to provide improved, more efficient services for customers across the country. Shein previously established its Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) headquarters in Dublin in May 2023.

The new facility will create 30 jobs when fully operational, additional warehouse and office roles locally, while supporting a long-term commitment to investing in infrastructure, technology and operational capability across Ireland and Europe.

GRIDARCH has granted the tenants of the Phase III halls at Ostrava Airport Multimodal Park, Czech Republic, early access, which means entry to the facility ahead of its official building permit approval.

DP World, which is going to operate the logistics for BMW Group, has consequently begun installing its technologies and preparing future operations. The building permit approval for three halls with a total area of 124,000 m2 is planned for summer 2026.

Construction of Phase III of Ostrava Airport Multimodal Park in Mošnov is approaching its conclusion. GRIDARCH handed over the halls to the tenant at 99.0% completion, enabling so-called early access, i.e. allowing the future operator to enter the halls prior to the issuance of the building permit decision. In industrial development, this step represents the highest degree of cooperation between developer and tenant, and ensures that the logistics centre will be fully operational from its very first day of official operations, in full compliance with all legislative requirements.

DP World, selected by BMW Group as the operator of its new distribution centre, is now installing racking systems, fitting out office spaces, and testing operational systems and extensive IT infrastructure within the halls. Simultaneously, the recruitment of the first wave of employees for the Mošnov facility is under way; in its final phase, the centre will offer up to 750 employment positions.

The three new halls, with a combined leasable area of 124,000 m2, will serve as BMW Group's distribution centre for overseas distribution of automotive components for manufacturing and spare parts supply.

ID Logistics Poland has reached a new strategic milestone with the opening of its 50th site in the country. Located in Wrocław, this 24,000 m2 warehouse will support the ramp-up of the largest and most environmentally friendly European factory of a major global food industry player.

This new opening is part of a sustained growth dynamic. Since January 2026, ID Logistics Poland has opened three new sites. Following Słubice, dedicated to an eCommerce player near the German border, and Brwinów, near Warsaw, for a cosmetics distributor, the Wrocław site confirms the logistics operator’s accelerating development in the country.

Based in Katowice, ID Logistics Poland operates 50 logistics sites and hubs across the country, representing more than 1.3 million m2 of warehouse space and supported by more than 10,000 employees.

The subsidiary supports international clients across Europe in managing their warehouses in sectors such as eCommerce, fashion, retail, FMCG, cosmetics and fragrances, in both B2B and B2C environments.

ID Logistics Poland also provides transport services in order to offer its clients a complete solution, including full truckload and fine distribution services, with more than 7.0 million deliveries executed in 2025. This confirms its ability to manage complex and high-intensity flows on a European scale, including omnichannel and multi-market environments.

In addition, ID Logistics is also present through its IDEO subsidiary, based in Warsaw and dedicated to 4PL services (flow management), which plans and organises the entire European supply chain of major industrial groups.

This strong commercial development results from a highly dynamic innovation strategy driven by the Company in Poland. ID Logistics Poland therefore designs and operates logistics solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Several projects carried out across its Polish sites illustrate this sector-specific adaptability.

At its Mszczonów site, for a major FMCG client, ID Logistics Poland operates an automated trailer unloading system that reduces truck unloading time from 45 minutes to 15 minutes, improving operational flow and delivery schedule stability. At its Stryków and Tarnów Podgórny sites, ID Logistics Poland operates and manages a complete returns management system, including quality control, refurbishment and preparation for resale for fashion and eCommerce clients.

In a context of strong eCommerce growth, the volume of returns handled by ID Logistics Poland increased by more than 30.0% in one year, reinforcing the importance of these systems in the overall performance of the supply chain. As a result, 98.0% of returned items recover their commercial value, limiting losses and environmental impact while stabilising product assortments.

At the Stryków site, the integration of RFID technology, coupled with the WMS, divides product registration time by three and strengthens data reliability as well as real-time inventory visibility for a major fashion player.

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has broken ground on a new dedicated automotive logistics hub in Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), Dubai. The project marks another milestone in the company’s long-term growth agenda to strengthen core industry verticals and expand global network capabilities.

Designed to support the expanding operational needs of Hellmann’s existing automotive customers in the region, the new hub also creates scalable capacity for future growth. By investing in dedicated, industry-focused infrastructure, Hellmann further enhances its ability to deliver resilient logistics solutions tailored to the growing automotive logistics market, which is expected to expand at an annual rate of around 4.0% - 6.0% in the Middle East through 2030. As a key gateway between Europe, Asia and Africa, the UAE plays a strategically important role in this context, offering strong multimodal connectivity and infrastructure for global supply chain offerings.

The built-to-suit facility is being developed by INDU Logistics, part of INDU Group, and will serve as a dedicated automotive hub within Hellmann’s Middle East network. Spanning app. 28.000 m2, the facility is designed to manage the full spectrum of automotive spare parts logistics. It combines high-density bin storage, pallet racking and specialised handling areas for oversized and bulky components. The site will provide scalable infrastructure to support efficient, high-volume distribution across the GCC, Africa and selected international markets.

The UAE is a strategically important market within the Company’s global network. By establishing this dedicated automotive hub in Jafza, it is systematically expanding its regional capabilities and creating further scalable, industry-focused infrastructure. This enables it to deliver competitive, high-performance logistics solutions for customers and to support their long-term growth.

Hellman’s investment in Jebel Ali Free Zone reflects the rapid pace at which the automotive industry is growing in the Middle East, with customers looking for faster, more reliable access to critical spare parts across multiple markets.

GlobalMed Logistix (GMLx), a specialised logistics partner to the medical device industry, is to open a new facility in Salt Lake City, Utah, US, establishing a bi-coastal distribution and logistics network purpose-built for the medtech industry. The move marks GMLx's first major expansion since becoming a standalone company earlier this year with the backing of strategic healthcare investor Water Street Healthcare Partners.

A burgeoning medtech hub anchored by a strong life sciences ecosystem, Salt Lake City adds a strategic location to GMLx's network of facilities. Scheduled to open in October 2026, the 6,968 m2 facility is located in Raceway Commerce Center near Salt Lake City International Airport. It will support medtech manufacturers with a full suite of specialised services, including inventory management, order fulfilment, surgical tray and kit assembly, warehousing, reverse logistics, quality control, and tissue storage and distribution.

As medtech innovation accelerates and surgical care becomes more complex, manufacturers want a logistics partner that can scale with them.

The Salt Lake City facility extends a national network that supports leading global orthopaedic, spine, cardiovascular and dental manufacturers across the US. GMLx has signed a long-term lease on the new facility and is customizing the build-out to its operational specifications.

GMLx will be actively recruiting for roles at the Salt Lake City facility in the coming months.

Hyundai Glovis is set to develop a 480,000 m2, dedicated car carrier terminal at the Port of Amsterdam in the Netherlands, the first time the Company has independently secured a dedicated finished vehicle port hub in Europe.

The Company has shifted its strategy, moving away from leasing local port facilities. As a results, it aims to achieve cuts in logistics costs and improved operational flexibility. The terminal is expected to shorten vehicle delivery times to nearby European countries by leveraging the geographical advantages of the Port of Amsterdam.

The terminal is anticipated to begin full operations in January 2027. It will be managed directly by Hyundai Glovis’s European subsidiary and will provide a one-stop logistics service, from ocean shipping to inland distribution.

The terminal will include berths capable of accommodating up to three car carriers simultaneously, along with a vehicle storage yard with a capacity of more than 20,000 vehicles. The site will be equipped with pre-delivery inspection facilities and an inbound rail line for efficient inland transport, with the aim of minimising disruptions to the flow of logistics.

Logicor has completed the delivery of its fully refurbished Miralcampo logistics platform, a c.37,000 m2 Gross Leasable Area (GLA) facility in Azuqueca de Henares, Guadalajara, Spain, under a lease to Tw Logistics.

The site sits in El Corredor del Henares, one of central Spain’s principal logistics hubs. The delivery is a significant commercial milestone, forming part of three new leases in Spain that exceed 30,000 m2 and one of only 10 such deals completed across the region last year.

The refurbishment was an extensive repositioning project designed to improve energy performance and technical specifications. Works included a new insulating roof, upgraded façades, LED lighting, upgraded fire protection and low voltage systems, and modernised office space configured as open plan areas with new flooring and HVAC. The warehouse slab received a lithium silicate treatment for enhanced durability and exterior pavements were fully renewed.

As a result of the sustainable upgrades, Miralcampo is the first Logicor asset in Spain to achieve BREEAM Excellent certification, marking a milestone in the Company’s portfolio renewal strategy to unlock value from existing assets while meeting customer sustainability requirements.

The delivery enables Tw Logistics to expand operations at a more strategically located, higher‑performance facility, replacing its previous warehouse on the site. The deal is aligned with the Logicor's focus on repositioning assets to better serve customers’ evolving needs.

SEGRO Netherlands has signed lease agreements with Humble Holdings B.V. and Remiro Freight Services B.V. for a combined 3,207 m2 at Rijnlanderweg 766 within SEGRO Park Amsterdam Airport (SPAA) in Hoofddorp, Netherlands. Humble occupies 1,341 m2 at Rijnlanderweg 766A from 01 May 2026 and Remiro will take 1,866 m2 at Rijnlanderweg 766F from 01 September 2026.

The lettings add two internationally focused occupiers to a strategic site in the Schiphol corridor, a location well suited to international supply chains and time-critical logistics services.

The units form part of a gas-free logistics park adjacent to Schiphol Airport with direct access to the A4, A5 and A9 motorways. The buildings have been developed to BREEAM-NL Excellent standards and feature fully electric installations, solar panels and LED lighting to enhance energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions and operating costs.

Humble Holdings B.V. is the Dutch holding company of Humble Group, an international food-tech organisation developing healthier and more sustainable food products across multiple markets. Remiro Freight Services B.V. is an international freight forwarder specialising in time-critical air, sea and road transport solutions within a global network.

The Company also operates logistics centres elsewhere in the Netherlands, including Eindhoven, Tilburg, Roosendaal, Breda, Venray, Heerlen and Oosterhout. 

Singapore Post Limited (SingPost) has opened a S$30.0 million automated sortation hub at its Regional eCommerce Logistics Hub in Tampines as part of a package of measures to strengthen parcel processing and neighbourhood services in Singapore. 

The investment installs two automated systems, a 3D Sorter and an Intelligent Flexi Sorter (IFS), which will triple the Group's small and medium parcel processing capacity from 100,000 to 300,000 parcels per day. Combined with existing large-parcel operations, total daily throughput capacity at the Tampines hub now stands at 400,000 parcels a day.

SingPost said consolidating all parcel sortation at the Tampines facility removes the previous need to split processing across geographically separated sites, cutting cross-island trucking, transit time and network complexity and creating a single, streamlined parcel flow across Singapore's delivery network.

CNH has inaugurated an advanced virtual simulation ecosystem and an automated AutoStore logistics warehouse at its San Matteo R&D hub in Modena, Italy. This dual €21.0 million investment advances CNH's core capabilities, accelerating product development through digital simulation while optimising supply chain execution through high-speed robotics.

The new simulation hub establishes a virtual-first methodology, meaning that it identifies machine design anomalies early in the product lifecycle, quickening time-to-market by over 30.0%. Operating as an integrated digital twin, this ecosystem minimises engineering risks, optimises field validation, and reduces testing emissions across three technological pillars:

> Dynamic Simulator – A driver-in-the-loop system on an immersive 6-axis motion platform to test complex vehicle behaviour prior to physical production.
> Multi-Dyno Test Cell – A controlled environment validating advanced powertrain systems and electric hardware against virtual models.
> Advanced Sensor Test Track – A high-repeatability benchmarking facility with full weather simulation to verify precision sensors and autonomous features.

Complementing the virtual R&D hub is a state-of-the-art automated logistics centre powered by an advanced AutoStore robotic retrieval system, ensuring parts availability within 24 hours for more than 1,200 dealers and workshops worldwide.

The facility delivers definitive performance breakthroughs compared to traditional warehouses thanks to:

> Speed: Retrieval time reduced from 15 minutes to under 30 seconds, up to 550 parts per hour
> Efficiency: 70.0% higher storage density; 85.0% reduction in physical strain
> Sustainability: –93.0% annual energy savings vs previous system

This milestone reinforces CNH’s commitment to Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, celebrated as the "Tractor Valley." To sustain this innovation pipeline, CNH drives open innovation through strategic academic and technical partnerships, including a renewed 2026 framework agreement with the Università di Bologna and ongoing research collaborations with Unimore (Università di Modena and Reggio Emilia).

Venti Technologies announced its AI-powered autonomous vehicles (AVs) have travelled more than 500,000 miles and moved more than 340,000 containers, thus demonstrating Venti’s leadership in autonomous logistics.

These milestones represent transformative customer productivity gains in real-world industrial settings as well as the Company’s leadership in AI-powered AV solutions for logistics hubs.

Venti stated that it is the only company, outside of China, that has successfully operationalised driver-out AVs in real-world logistics hubs and industrial yards. It has been operating a fleet 24/7 in full operational production for two and a half years with greater than human productivity.

Venti’s AV trucks carry loaded shipping containers in mixed human-robot traffic without dedicated lanes or added infrastructure. The vehicles manage localisation and decision-making on board and drive and park within 1-inch (2 cm) positional accuracy, which results in ensured safety and streamlined operations.

While integrating directly with terminal workflows and operating systems, Venti’s technology enables customers to exceed human productivity, increase throughput, improve safety, reduce emissions, lower operating costs, and scale autonomous logistics across multiple complex sites.

Venti’s autonomy systems continuously learn from live operational data through training on 1.0 million data points per second from each vehicle, which makes its AI smarter and more productive and cost effective with every action. Built on years of operation, Venti’s proprietary dataset uniquely possesses the scale and diversity needed to support a foundation model for autonomous logistics across varied environments. The Venti platform also monitors system and component health to enable predictive maintenance for longer vehicle life.

Oriola has taken an important next step in the development of its new distribution centre in Järvenpää, Finland, by selecting SSI Schaefer, a leading global solution provider in intralogistics, to deliver the facility’s automation solution. The decision marks a key milestone in the project and supports Oriola’s long-term work to strengthen reliable, efficient and scalable distribution of pharmaceuticals and health products.

The new distribution centre is a cornerstone in Oriola’s efforts to modernise its logistics infrastructure. The facility integrates state-of-the-art automation systems designed to ensure reliable operations, streamlined material flows and flexibility to meet evolving customer requirements in a highly regulated environment.

The selected solution will support core warehouse operations such as storage, picking and dispatch, while strengthening handling of temperature-sensitive products and enabling future scalability. Once the new facility is in use, Oriola will double its level of automation in Finland and increase peak throughput by approximately 25.0% in handled products per hour, helping handle higher volumes more efficiently and creating a more stable and predictable operating environment.

The Järvenpää distribution centre will strengthen the resilience of the Company’s supply chain and support customers’ growth as the needs of the healthcare sector continue to evolve. For Oriola, the investment is an important step in increasing customer value and supporting long-term development and strategy execution. Together with ongoing investments such as the ERP and warehouse management initiative, the new distribution centre strengthens Oriola’s logistics and digital capabilities, improves efficiency and creates a more capable and resilient platform for the safe and reliable distribution of medicines and health products.

Geekplus has announced the deployment of moving-type Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) at several Toyota Motor Corporation plants in Japan. Currently, a total of 436 Geekplus moving-type AMRs are operating in Toyota Motor Corporation's factories, with operations scaled up to approximately 200 units per system.

As labour shortages due to a declining population and new labour regulations for truck drivers become urgent challenges for the manufacturing industry, Toyota Motor Corporation is accelerating the automation and efficiency of its in-plant logistics. Geekplus moving-type AMRs were selected for their flexible system design, which allows for versatile operations, and their ability to significantly reduce the physical workload of on-site staff.

The deployment of moving-type AMRs supports the unmanned movement of goods across various stages, from inbound receiving to picking and processing areas. By replacing manual transport tasks previously performed by personnel, the AMRs contribute to labour savings and productivity improvements. Furthermore, they help create a safer workplace by reducing the risks associated with the intersection of forklifts and towing vehicles. The AMRs also contribute to the "visualisation of inventory movement" by accumulating travel data within the plants.

Beyond the deployment of moving-type AMRs and AGVs, Geekplus provides ongoing support by sharing operational know-how and providing maintenance education to ensure that on-site personnel can utilise automation equipment safely and effectively. Through these initiatives, Geekplus empowers proactive on-site improvements and contributes to continuous productivity gains. Geekplus remains committed to supporting Toyota Motor Corporation’s efforts to standardise in-plant logistics.

Moving-type Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are unmanned systems designed to automatically move parts and products within factories and warehouses. By utilising sensors and map data, they achieve safe and precise transport without human intervention. Routes can be easily configured and modified via software, allowing the system to adapt flexibly to changes in production lines or high-mix production. AMRs enable layout changes and reduce personnel burden in ways that were difficult with traditional forklifts or conveyors, driving both labour savings and efficiency. As a next-generation solution that balances safety and productivity, the adoption of moving-type AMRs is rapidly expanding across manufacturing and logistics sites.

Aramex PJSC (Aramex) has announced the approval of the Aramex Group Binding Corporate Rules for Controllers (BCR-C) by the Dutch Supervisory Authority, Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens, acting as BCR Lead, following the positive opinion issued by the European Data Protection Board (EDPB).

This achievement marks an important milestone in Aramex’s global data protection governance programme. As a leading global provider of logistics and transportation solutions, headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and operating through a worldwide network of subsidiaries, Aramex’s approved BCR-C provide a GDPR-recognised framework for intra-group international transfers of personal data and reflect the Company’s continued commitment to accountability, transparency, and high standards of data protection across its global operations.

Aramex is a multinational leader and transportation provider, offering end-to-end solutions across express delivery, freight, and supply chain services. Headquartered in the UAE and listed on the Dubai Financial Market, it connects customers across 70+ countries worldwide.

In its Opinion adopted on 08 July 2025, the EDPB concluded that the draft BCR-C of the Aramex Group contained appropriate safeguards to ensure that the level of protection guaranteed by the GDPR would not be undermined when personal data is transferred to and processed by group members outside the European Union.

For Aramex, the approval of its Binding Corporate Rules for Controllers reflects the maturity of its privacy programme and its continued investment in responsible data practices. For Aramex, data protection is not only a compliance requirement, but an essential part of how it serves customers, supports its people, and works with partners around the world. This milestone gives it a strong and consistent foundation for managing personal data responsibly as the business continues to grow globally.

ArcBest announced the purchase of two Class 8 Tesla Semi trucks by its less-than-truckload carrier ABF Freight, building on insights gained from a successful pilot completed in 2025. The long-range, all-electric units mark the next step in the Company’s measured approach to evaluating emerging technologies that advance fleet innovation and sustainability while ensuring consistent operational performance.

The new equipment will primarily support linehaul operations within California, with planned extension into Reno, Nevada, and potentially other locations. Compared with the 2025 pilot, which focused mainly on the Reno–Sacramento corridor, this deployment significantly expands lane coverage to evaluate performance across a broader segment of the ABF network.

While the 2025 pilot demonstrated strong early results, ABF will continue evaluating the Tesla Semi over a longer period and broader operating footprint before making additional investment decisions. The Company plans to benchmark the electric trucks against its diesel fleet using the same disciplined approach to total cost of ownership, operational efficiency, safety and employee experience that guides fleet investments across the business.

During the 2025 pilot, the Tesla Semi achieved an average energy efficiency of approximately 1.55 kWh per mile, a strong result for Class 8 operations. With deployment expanding across additional lanes and driver groups, ABF expects to gain deeper insight into everyday performance across its network. While the Company expects performance to remain consistent with the pilot, the broader operating profile will allow for a more comprehensive evaluation.

Driver feedback from the pilot was positive. Operators highlighted strong visibility, comfort and overall performance, including reliable operation on demanding routes such as the 7,200-foot climb over Donner Pass. Initial feedback during orientation on the new units has also been encouraging, with drivers noting the combination of comfort and ease of operation while maintaining the capability expected of a Class 8 tractor in a demanding LTL environment.

DACHSER claims it will be the first company in the world to put the new Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 Truck into service. The logistics provider will start using its first truck tractor featuring innovative liquid hydrogen technology at the end of December 2026. Another two of the same model of H2 truck tractor will then follow by mid-2027. The vehicles will be based at DACHSER’s Karlsruhe logistics centre and will operate primarily in long-distance transport, where they will be able to demonstrate their strengths in terms of range and flexibility.

The three hydrogen trucks are the first of a small series of 100 vehicles that Daimler Truck will deliver to selected customers starting at the end of December 2026. Volume production is scheduled to start in the early 2030s.

Development work on battery-electric trucks has come on in leaps and bounds in recent years. These vehicles are reliable, they operate very well, and some volume-produced vehicles now even have a range of over 500 kilometres. But getting hold of sufficient grid connection capacity for them remains a major challenge. More than 190 e-trucks are currently in daily use in the DACHSER network, including a number of Mercedes eActros 600s.

Fuel-cell trucks with liquid hydrogen could supplement DACHSER’s e-truck fleet in the future, especially when very long ranges or short refuelling times are called for. Once hydrogen technology is mature and economical, it could meet logistical requirements that are currently difficult to handle with battery-electric trucks.

The Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 Truck features a fuel cell made by cellcentric; aboard the vehicle, the cell generates electrical energy from hydrogen to power the electric motors. It’s fuelled by liquid hydrogen, which has a higher energy density than gaseous hydrogen. This technology enables ranges of well over 1,000 kilometres with a high payload. At the same time, the truck can be refuelled in 10–15 minutes, making it particularly suitable for everyday logistics operations.

The three hydrogen trucks will be stationed at the Karlsruhe logistics centre and integrated into existing system traffic, including on routes to other European countries. The branch is only around 30 kilometres away from the Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth, which is home to suitable liquid hydrogen refuelling infrastructure.

Testing new powertrain concepts under real-life conditions is a central component of company’s innovation strategies. By working closely with manufacturers, they can monitor developments from an early stage and reliably assess the benefit that their network stands to gain from various technologies in the future.

Einride and Scan Sverige, Sweden's leading meat producer, announced a partnership to electrify temperature-controlled freight operations, one of the most challenging segments to decarbonise due to strict delivery schedules, high energy demands, and uncompromising reliability requirements.

Einride's end-to-end platform, combining electric heavy-duty vehicles, its proprietary optimisation software, Saga AI, and integrated charging infrastructure, allows for seamless deployment without sacrificing delivery precision. Charging is embedded directly into daily operations, with primary depot charging at Scan Sverige's Linköping facility and supplemental opportunity charging at Einride's charging stations along the route. Vehicles recharge during mandated driver rest periods, minimising downtime while maximising asset utilisation.

The addition of Scan Sverige strengthens Einride's growing portfolio of enterprise customers and highlights the rising demand for scalable, fossil-free freight solutions, especially in regulated, high-volume supply chains such as food and grocery logistics.

As part of the partnership, Einride is deploying electric heavy-duty trucks on one of Scan Sverige's most critical refrigerated transport routes: the approximately 160-kilometre corridor between Linköping and Eskilstuna. The trucks, which are capable of handling a 64-tonne gross combined weight (GCW), will operate on a route that accounts for approximately 25.0% of Scan Sverige's refrigerated outbound volume from its Linköping distribution centre. By replacing conventional diesel trucks on this route, Scan Sverige is expected to reduce emissions by approximately 860 tonnes of CO2e annually, supporting Scan Sverige's ambitious climate objectives.

Einride has demonstrated strong commercial momentum, with more than 30 enterprise customers across seven countries, approximately US$92.0 million in expected annual recurring revenue (ARR) from signed customer contracts, and more than US$800.0 million in potential long-term ARR through joint business plans with blue-chip customers.

Katoen Natie and BMW Group Belux have jointly signed Belgium’s largest-ever order of electric cars from a single automaker. The agreement supports Katoen Natie’s strategic choice to electrify its corporate fleet within a global sustainability strategy.

For Katoen Natie, this investment sits within an integrated, long-term strategy centred on sustainability across all activities. The Company has for years consistently pursued a mix of renewable energy production, energy storage, and smart energy management, with the aim of organising its energy consumption locally and as independently as possible.

The electrification of the corporate fleet fits seamlessly into this broader approach. By the end of 2027, more than 1,000 vehicles with internal combustion engines will be replaced by fully electric BMWs and MINIs within Katoen Natie’s existing fleet. This represents the largest electrification deal of a corporate fleet in Belgium in a single step.

Like BMW Group, Katoen Natie already has significant capacity in renewable energy. Spread across multiple sites, the Company produces green electricity through solar and wind energy, complemented by large-scale energy storage and smart energy management. By linking electric mobility to this infrastructure, the impact of the energy transition is strengthened, and dependence on external energy sources is further reduced.

The electrification of the Katoen Natie fleet is expected to lead to an annual reduction of around 3,350 tonnes of CO2 emissions and savings of about 800,000 litres of fossil fuel. The electrification will be supported by further investments in charging infrastructure and an integrated energy system that maximises the use of locally generated renewable energy. Katoen Natie is also investing in a network of charging points at its Belgian sites, supported by intelligent systems that align charging processes with available energy production and grid load. This ensures maximum use of locally produced energy and more efficient overall energy system management.

The collaboration with BMW Group Belux aligns with these strategic choices. Both companies share a long-term vision and a focus on innovation and technological development. As part of this partnership, both parties will explore how to deepen the collaboration, including in electrification, charging infrastructure, digital mobility services, and logistics solutions.

The vehicles delivered will emphasise the BMW iX1 and the electric MINI Countryman, but Neue Klasse models will also be involved, such as the BMW iX3 and the newly proposed BMW i3, both equipped with bidirectional charging options.

Katoen Natie and BMW Group are no strangers to each other. For instance, BMW Group and Katoen Natie already collaborate within the automotive supply chain in Thailand, where Katoen Natie provides logistics support for BMW production. The Belgium agreement thus further anchors a collaboration that has been operational internationally for years.

Geis is continuing to develop its IT organisation. On 01 January 2027, Thomas Pentza will take on the newly created role of Chief Information Officer. In this position, he will be responsible for IT across the entire Geis Group – including Germany, Central and Eastern Europe, and Quehenberger Logistics.

Thomas Pentza, currently Head of IT Germany at the Geis Group, will take on the newly created role and from July 2026, Thomas Pentza will already become a member of the Geis Executive Board. He will also be appointed Managing Director IT of Hans Geis GmbH + Co KG.

With the new CIO function, the Company is creating clear responsibility for key future topics in IT. The aim is to further expand collaboration within the Geis Group, bundle expertise in a targeted way, and advance topics such as digitalisation, IT security and artificial intelligence across the group.

Thomas Pentza has headed IT in Germany since October 2023 and has played a key role in shaping its professional and organisational development. In his new role, he will further connect the existing IT expertise across the group and establish common standards wherever they create real added value.

The introduction of the CIO function is another step in the integration and further development of the internationally positioned Geis Group. At the same time, it underlines the growing importance of IT as a driver of innovation, efficiency and sustainable business success.

GEODIS has announced the appointment of Eric Gerbi as Executive Vice President of GEODIS’ Global Freight Forwarding line of business. Eric Gerbi will also serve as a member of the Group’s Executive Board, which is chaired by Marie-Christine Lombard, Chief Executive Officer of GEODIS.

Eric Gerbi began his career in the banking sector at BNP Paribas before joining Deloitte in 2006 as a financial auditor. In 2008, he joined Saint-Gobain as a management controller.

He joined GEODIS in 2011 as Financial Controller for the Americas region. In 2014, he was appointed Chief Financial Officer for the Supply Chain Optimisation (SCO) line of business. In 2018, in addition to his role as CFO, he expanded his responsibilities by becoming Deputy EVP of SCO. In this role, he oversaw human resources, IT, customer solutions, and key account management. In October 2021, he was appointed EVP of the SCO division at GEODIS. Since 2024, he has served as Chief Financial Officer of the Global Freight Forwarding line of business.

Toll Group has announced the appointment of Robert Reiter as Group Managing Director, effective 01 July 2026. He will assume the role in addition to his current position as President of Global Forwarding, ensuring continuity of leadership and a strong connection across the Group.

As Group Managing Director, he will be responsible for setting the strategic direction and driving the overall performance of the Group, ensuring alignment across all businesses to deliver sustainable growth and long-term value creation. Working closely with the Board and Executive Leadership Team, he will focus on strengthening performance, enhancing competitiveness, and positioning the Group to capture emerging opportunities.

Robert joined Toll Global Forwarding in August 2025 and currently serves as President. In this role, he has played a key part in strengthening customer relationships, improving regional operations and leading transformation initiatives across the business. He brings extensive global freight forwarding experience, with leadership roles at organisations including Kuehne & Nagel, Panalpina, DB Schenker and DHL, alongside deep expertise across end-to-end supply chains, including contract logistics.

A transition plan is in place to ensure continuity for customers, employees and partners as Robert assumes his new role.

Federal Express Corporation pilots have successfully ratified a new collective bargaining agreement between the Company and the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) by a majority vote.

The industry-leading agreement will take effect 29 June and represents a significant step forward for the FedEx airline and its 5,000 pilots.

FedEx thanked both negotiating committees, the National Mediation Board, and its mediators for their assistance.

The ratified agreement aligning with the Company’s long-term growth strategy and ensures a strong future for the Company’s pilots, FedEx, and customers globally.

Daher’s Board of Directors announced the appointment of Michel Denis as the Group’s Chief Executive Officer, effective 01 July 2026. The Board of Directors of Daher, chaired by Thibault Scaramanga, has decided to establish a strengthened executive leadership structure, composed of a Chief Executive Officer and Aymeric Daher, the Executive Deputy CEO – reflecting a commitment to complementary leadership and continuity.

Thibault Scaramanga will continue to serve as the Daher Group’s Interim Chief Executive Officer in coordination with Aymeric Daher and the entire Executive Committee until Michel Denis assumes his duties on 01 July. Michel Denis currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Manitou Group, a family-owned company.

Michel Denis joined Fraikin Group – Europe’s leading full-service industrial vehicle leasing company – where he became Chief Executive Officer. For more than 12 years, he led Manitou Group, a global leader in material handling and access platforms that operates in 35 countries and generates annual revenue of €2.7 billion. Michel Denis oversaw a remarkable expansion of the Company’s business activities. Under his leadership, the Group experienced unprecedented international growth while remaining firmly anchored in its heritage and French regional presence. Beyond restoring profitability, his three terms as CEO were marked by substantial investments in industrial capabilities and a major acceleration of the Company’s decarbonisation strategy.

Recognised for his people-oriented leadership, pragmatic approach, and strong customer-focused culture, Michel Denis brings expertise in value creation that will serve as a strategic asset in supporting Daher’s ambitions and embedding a lasting culture of operational excellence within the Company.

ODW Logistics has announced two executive appointments, Paul Boothe as Chief Commercial Officer, effective 01 June 2026, and Brian Parsons has been promoted to Chief Information Officer, effective 07 June 2026.

Boothe joins ODW with extensive logistics and commercial leadership experience, most recently serving as President of Last Mile, Managed Transportation, and Dedicated Transportation at RXO. While at RXO, Boothe led a US$1.2 billion business spanning operations, sales, technology, real estate, and customer engagement. Prior to RXO, he held senior leadership roles at XPO Logistics, driving growth and operational performance across a large, complex organisation. At ODW, he will lead the commercial organisation, aligning sales, solution design, and marketing to strengthen the Company’s go-to-market approach, deepen customer partnerships, and accelerate growth.

Boothe succeeds Jeff Clark, who spent more than 20 years shaping ODW's commercial organisation and customer relationships. Clark will remain with the Company as Vice President of Sales, working alongside Boothe during the transition and continuing to support growth and client engagement across the organisation.

Parsons steps into the CIO role following his tenure as Vice President of Information Technology at ODW, where he transformed IT into a more disciplined, business-focused function. He strengthened application delivery, introduced governance and planning processes, and built cross-functional partnerships that improved reliability and alignment with business priorities. As CIO, Parsons will focus on operational excellence, expanding data and AI capabilities, and modernising technology platforms to support long-term growth.

Parsons succeeds Michael Roberts, who joined ODW in June 2019 and built the foundation of the Company's IT organisation, establishing the systems, programmes, and governance structures needed to scale. Roberts will remain with ODW as Executive Advisor, continuing to support the organisation through his planned retirement in January 2027.

FedEx announced that Mark A. Edmunds has been elected to the FedEx Board of Directors. Mr. Edmunds is a retired Vice Chairman and Senior Partner of Deloitte. During his 38-year tenure at Deloitte, he also served as the US leader of Energy/Utilities, West Region Managing Partner, and on the US Board of Directors, including service on the finance and global committees. His primary industry focus was energy, utilities, and renewables throughout his career, including a short sabbatical from the firm to serve the Independent Petroleum Association of America in Washington, D.C.

Additionally, Mr. Edmunds has significant public company board experience. He is currently a member of Westrock Coffee’s board of directors and previously served as a Director for Chesapeake Energy from 2018 to 2021.

His extensive background advising top-tier multinational organisations and his proven track record in financial and strategic governance will make him a vital asset to the board and ongoing enterprise initiatives.

Mr. Edmunds will serve as Chair of the Audit and Finance Committee and a member of the Cyber and Technology Oversight Committee.