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Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 19, 2026

Ceva Logistics Consolidates Last-Mile in Europe with Paack

Ceva Logistics has completed the strategic integration of its France-focused Colis Privé subsidiary into newly acquired Paack, creating a unified last-mile delivery brand across five European countrie

FreightWaves#last-mile-delivery#europe-logistics#supply-chain-consolidation
Procurement
High ImpactOct 19, 2026

Maersk Family Acquires Portek Terminals Across Three Continents

A.P. Moller Capital, the investment platform of the Maersk family, announced an agreement on 15 October 2026 to acquire 100 percent of Singapore-based Portek International Pte Ltd from Japan's Mitsui

The Loadstar#port-infrastructure#terminal-acquisition#maersk-family
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 19, 2026

Strait Link Acquires Monson Logistics in Tasmanian Freight Deal

Monson Logistics, a 34-year-old Tasmanian freight and shipping company, is being acquired by Strait Link in a transaction expected to close within months. The deal represents a strategic consolidation

Big Rigs#logistics-acquisition#tasmanian-freight#strait-link
Procurement
ModerateOct 19, 2026

Strait Link Acquires Monson Logistics in Tasmanian Freight Deal

Strait Link, a Bass Strait shipping company formerly known as Toll Shipping, has agreed to acquire Monson Logistics, a significant Tasmanian freight and logistics business founded in 1992. The acquisi

The Advocate | Burnie, TAS#m-and-a-logistics#tasmania-freight#strait-link-acquisition
Technology & Innovation
ModerateOct 15, 2026

Ascent COO: Large Forwarders Failing Customers on Service

Gal Dayan, who recently joined Ascent Global Logistics as COO, argues that large multinational freight forwarders are delivering subpar customer service despite marketing claims. Drawing on his tenure

The Loadstar#freight-forwarding#air-charter#logistics-technology
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 14, 2026

Aegis Logistics Acquires Tristar for $809M, Expanding Global Tanker Fleet

Aegis Logistics, an India-based liquid logistics operator, has agreed to acquire an 89.8% stake in Tristar, a Dubai-headquartered energy and maritime logistics group, for $809 million. This transactio

Splash247#aegis-logistics-acquisition#tristar-shipping#tanker-fleet-expansion
Procurement
ModerateOct 12, 2026

Samsung SDS acquires Woojung Air to expand airfreight capacity

Samsung SDS has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Woojung Air, a South Korean airfreight consolidator, in a strategic move to expand its cargo forwarding capabilities and secure direct airline ca

The Loadstar#samsung-sds-acquisition#woojung-air-takeover#airfreight-expansion
Technology & Innovation
ModerateOct 11, 2026

US Transportation and Logistics M&A Trends: 2026 Midyear Outlook

PwC released a midyear outlook on mergers and acquisitions activity in the US transportation and logistics sector for 2026. The report provides market analysis and trend forecasting for professionals

PwC#m-and-a-trends#transportation-logistics#us-deals
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 11, 2026

Evri Acquires Cross Border Connect to Expand International Logistics

Evri has acquired Cross Border Connect, a move that expands the carrier's cross-border logistics capabilities. This acquisition represents a strategic consolidation in the parcel delivery sector, allo

Supply & Demand Chain Executive#evri-acquisition#cross-border-logistics#last-mile-delivery
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 9, 2026

$5.8B Freight Brokerage Deal Reshapes Chicago Logistics Hub

A landmark $5.8 billion freight brokerage transaction is poised to create substantial ripple effects throughout Chicago's logistics ecosystem and the broader North American supply chain. This acquisit

Crain's Chicago Business#freight-brokerage-m&a#chicago-logistics-hub#supply-chain-consolidation
Risk & Disruption
High ImpactOct 9, 2026

Security concerns block COSCO's German logistics acquisition

China's COSCO, one of the world's largest shipping lines, has been unable to complete a strategic acquisition of a German logistics company due to mounting security concerns and regulatory opposition.

Baird Maritime#cosco-acquisition-blocked#germany-logistics-security#foreign-investment-review
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 7, 2026

Radiant Logistics Expands Bi-Modal Broker Platform with Dallas Acquisition

Radiant Logistics, a Renton, Washington-based third-party logistics provider, has acquired the Dallas brokerage operations of Whitacre Logistics Services, reinforcing its bi-modal freight brokerage pl

FreightWaves#3pl-acquisition#intermodal-brokerage#supply-chain-consolidation
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 7, 2026

C.H. Robinson-RXO Deal Signals Wave of Brokerage Consolidation

The proposed combination of C.H. Robinson and RXO represents a watershed moment for the North American freight brokerage industry, signaling potential acceleration in consolidation activity. This deal

Transport Topics#freight-brokerage-consolidation#c-h-robinson#rxo
Labor & Workforce
ModerateOct 7, 2026

Ceva Logistics Announces Major Restructuring With 10,000 Staff

Ceva Logistics, now operating under CMA CGM ownership, has announced yet another significant organizational restructuring affecting approximately 10,000 employees. This marks another chapter in the co

The Loadstar#ceva-logistics#organizational-restructuring#3pl-strategy
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 7, 2026

Janggeum Maritime acquires 5.58% stake in Hanjin logistics

Janggeum Maritime has acquired a 5.58% stake in Hanjin, signaling a potential deepening of their two-decade logistics alliance. This strategic equity investment represents a shift from purely commerci

매일경제#maritime-investment#hanjin-logistics#equity-stake
Risk & Disruption
High ImpactOct 6, 2026

C.H. Robinson's $300M RXO Deal Reshapes Freight Brokerage Landscape

C.H. Robinson's acquisition of RXO marks the largest truck brokerage merger in history, underpinned by $300 million in projected synergies that will face intense quarterly scrutiny from investors and

FreightWaves#freight-brokerage-consolidation#m-and-a-logistics#truckload-broker-merger
Procurement
ModerateOct 6, 2026

TA Services Expands Cross-Border Capacity with 133-Truck Acquisition

TA Services has completed a significant acquisition of two Texas-based cross-border carriers, Carmen Pacheco Transportation LLC and Interload Forwarding LLC, gaining 133 power units and 550,000 square

FreightWaves#cross-border-logistics#truck-acquisition#us-mexico-trade
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 6, 2026

CMA CGM Completes FedEx Supply Chain Acquisition, Expanding Logistics

CMA CGM Group has successfully completed its acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain, marking a major consolidation in the global contract logistics market. This strategic move significantly expands CMA CGM

shipmanagementinternational.com#cma-cgm-acquisition#fedex-supply-chain#contract-logistics
Procurement
High ImpactOct 6, 2026

C.H. Robinson acquires RXO for $5.8bn: major logistics consolidation

C.H. Robinson has announced a definitive agreement to acquire RXO for $5.8 billion, marking a significant consolidation move in the North American logistics and freight brokerage sector. This transfor

Trans.INFO#c-h-robinson-acquisition#rxo-deal#freight-brokerage-m-and-a
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 6, 2026

CH Robinson and RXO Merger: Analyzing $300M Synergy Impact

CH Robinson and RXO are pursuing a significant merger that will combine two major freight brokers and fundamentally reshape the North American transportation landscape. The deal centers on capturing a

The Loadstar#freight-brokerage-merger#ch-robinson#rxo
Procurement
High ImpactOct 5, 2026

C.H. Robinson Acquires Rival for $5.8 Billion in Major

C.H. Robinson, one of North America's largest third-party logistics providers, is acquiring a significant competitor for $5.8 billion, marking a major consolidation event in the freight brokerage and

Star Tribune#ch-robinson-acquisition#logistics-merger#supply-chain-consolidation
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 5, 2026

Evri Acquires Cross Border Connect to Expand UK-US eCommerce Reach

Evri Group has acquired Cross Border Connect, a US-based logistics provider, marking a strategic expansion of its international capabilities on the growing UK-US ecommerce trade lane. The deal combine

The Loadstar#evri-acquisition#cross-border-connect#uk-us-ecommerce
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 5, 2026

Evri Acquires Cross Border Connect to Expand US Delivery Network

Evri, the UK's largest pure-play parcel carrier following its 2025 merger with DHL eCommerce, has acquired Cross Border Connect, a Florida-based specialist in UK-US e-commerce delivery and returns. Th

FreightWaves#evri-acquisition#cross-border-logistics#parcel-delivery
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 5, 2026

CH Robinson to Acquire RXO for $5.8B in Major Freight Consolidation

CH Robinson has announced a landmark acquisition of RXO valued at $5.8 billion, representing a significant consolidation move in the North American freight brokerage and logistics sector. RXO sharehol

The Loadstar#ch-robinson-acquisition#rxo-merger#freight-brokerage
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 5, 2026

CH Robinson Acquires RXO for $5.8B in Major Freight Deal

C.H. Robinson announced a $5.8 billion acquisition of RXO (formerly XPO Logistics' freight brokerage division), representing one of the largest deals in freight brokerage consolidation. This merger co

Bloomberg.com#freight-brokerage-merger#ch-robinson-acquisition#supply-chain-consolidation
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 2, 2026

FedEx Completes $1.4B Subsidiary Sale, Reshapes Business

FedEx has completed a $1.4 billion sale of a subsidiary, marking another step in the company's strategic portfolio optimization. This divestiture reflects FedEx's ongoing effort to streamline operatio

The Business Journals#fedex-divestiture#asset-sale#logistics-restructuring
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 2, 2026

Trucking Firm Expands Jacksonville Operations Via Trailer Bridge Acquisition

A significant trucking firm has acquired the domestic logistics operations of Trailer Bridge, positioning itself for substantial growth in the Jacksonville market. This strategic acquisition signals c

The Business Journals#trucking-expansion#jacksonville-logistics#domestic-freight
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 2, 2026

Oxea Consolidates Global Logistics Under Uber Freight

Oxea, a specialty chemical manufacturer, has selected Uber Freight to consolidate its global logistics operations under a unified network spanning four continents. This strategic partnership represent

Supply Chain Dive#freight-network#oxea#uber-freight
Risk & Disruption
ModerateOct 2, 2026

DSV Valuation Crisis vs. Kuehne+Nagel: Investor Sentiment Shift

DSV and Kuehne + Nagel represent two divergent paths in the global logistics sector, yet both face investor skepticism about their fundamental value propositions. The article reveals a critical discon

The Loadstar#dsv-acquisition#kuehne-nagel#logistics-m-and-a
Warehousing & Distribution
High ImpactOct 2, 2026

CMA CGM Completes $1.4B FedEx Supply Chain Takeover

CMA CGM has successfully completed its $1.4 billion acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain, integrating the business into its Ceva logistics subsidiary. This strategic move represents a major consolidation

The Loadstar#contract-logistics#cma-cgm#fedex
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 30, 2026

Maersk Expands US Logistics Beyond Ocean Shipping

Maersk is expanding its footprint in the US logistics market by developing integrated domestic logistics capabilities that extend well beyond traditional ocean shipping. This strategic shift reflects

Supply Chain Dive#maersk-expansion#us-logistics#domestic-freight
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactSep 28, 2026

Farmers Oppose UP-NS Merger Over Rail Rate & Service Concerns

The National Farmers Union has formally opposed the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern before the Surface Transportation Board, arguing that further rail consolidation would ex

FreightWaves#rail-merger#union-pacific-norfolk-southern#agricultural-shipping
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 28, 2026

Maersk Investment Arm Acquires Majority Stake in Euroports

Maersk's investment arm has acquired a majority stake in Euroports, marking a significant consolidation move within European port and terminal operations. This acquisition represents Maersk's strategi

Trans.INFO#maersk-investment#euroports-acquisition#port-terminals
Risk & Disruption
High ImpactSep 24, 2026

Nuclear Verdicts Force Small Brokers Out as Shippers Demand Safety

The freight brokerage industry is undergoing a significant consolidation-driven restructuring driven by nuclear verdicts and heightened shipper expectations around carrier safety and liability mitigat

FreightWaves#freight-brokerage#carrier-vetting#nuclear-verdicts
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 24, 2026

Three Airlines Launch Joint Cargo Business to Expand Capacity

Three major airlines are moving toward operationalizing a joint cargo venture, representing a significant strategic consolidation in the air freight industry. This partnership approach reflects airlin

FreightWaves#air-cargo-alliance#joint-venture-logistics#cargo-capacity-expansion
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 23, 2026

Uber Freight Opens Krakow Hub in Major European Logistics Push

Uber Freight is executing a significant strategic expansion into Europe by establishing a new control tower and operations hub in Krakow, Poland, scheduled to open in 2027. This move represents the co

FreightWaves#4pl-expansion#europe-logistics#uber-freight
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 22, 2026

Amilo Acquires SG Link to Strengthen Cross-Border Shipping

Amilo has acquired SG Link to expand its cross-border shipping operations, signaling continued consolidation in the Southeast Asian logistics sector. This acquisition positions Amilo to strengthen its

IT Brief Asia#cross-border-shipping#amilo-acquisition#sg-link
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 22, 2026

Amilo Acquires SG Link to Strengthen Cross-Border Shipping

Amilo's acquisition of SG Link represents a strategic consolidation play in Southeast Asia's fragmented cross-border logistics market. This M&A activity signals the company's commitment to building en

CFOtech Asia#cross-border-shipping#southeast-asia-logistics#amilo-acquisition
Procurement
High ImpactSep 21, 2026

Amazon-Kuehne+Nagel Deal Raises Questions on Logistics Rivalry

Amazon has disclosed a call option agreement with Kuehne + Nagel, a move that fits a broader pattern of using equity stakes and milestone-based incentives to strengthen commercial relationships with c

The Loadstar#amazon-logistics#kuehne-nagel#strategic-partnership
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactSep 18, 2026

UP Rejects Rival Railroads' Trackage Rights Demands

Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena has publicly criticized rival railroads' plans to seek trackage rights over a combined UP-Norfolk Southern system should the $85 billion merger gain regulatory approval. BNS

FreightWaves#railroad-merger#trackage-rights#surface-transportation-board
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 16, 2026

Freight Forwarders Face Valuation Crisis in M&A Market

The European freight forwarding sector faces a significant valuation challenge as independent operators approach retirement age. Business owners who have invested 30+ years building profitable forward

The Loadstar#freight-forwarding#business-valuation#logistics-m&a
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactSep 15, 2026

OXEA Consolidates Global Logistics With Uber Freight Deal

OXEA, a Houston-based chemical manufacturer, has selected Uber Freight to manage its entire transportation network across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Europe, marking Uber Freight's first managed tra

FreightWaves#managed-transportation#uber-freight#chemical-logistics
Procurement
ModerateSep 15, 2026

DHL Expands Colombia Operations with Open Market Acquisition

DHL Group has completed a strategic acquisition of Open Market in Colombia, marking a significant expansion of its regional logistics footprint in South America. This move directly supports DHL's Stra

The Loadstar#dhl-acquisition#colombia-logistics#supply-chain-consolidation
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 15, 2026

Radiant Logistics Beats Forecasts as Trade Volatility Boosts 3PL Demand

Radiant Logistics delivered fiscal Q4 results that significantly exceeded analyst expectations, with revenue climbing 19% year-over-year to $261 million and adjusted EPS surpassing consensus by 6 cent

FreightWaves#3pl-growth#freight-market-recovery#customs-brokerage
Procurement
ModerateSep 15, 2026

Europe Logistics M&A Surge: 25 Deals Drive Industry Consolidation

August 2024 marked a significant inflection point for European logistics sector consolidation, with 25 mergers and acquisitions demonstrating robust dealmaking momentum across the region. This surge r

Trans.INFO#logistics-m&a#europe-deals#supply-chain-consolidation
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactSep 14, 2026

Three Major Railroads Challenge UP-NS Merger with Trackage Rights Claims

The proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern faces significant competitive opposition from three major Class I railroads, BNSF, CPKC, and CSX, who have filed regulatory r

FreightWaves#railroad-merger#trackage-rights#union-pacific-norfolk-southern
Procurement
ModerateSep 14, 2026

Europe Logistics M&A Heats Up: 25 Deals Close in August

Europe's logistics industry experienced a notable surge in merger and acquisition activity during August, with 25 deals closed across the region. This represents a significant consolidation trend with

Trans.INFO#logistics-ma#european-deals#supply-chain-consolidation
Procurement
ModerateSep 9, 2026

Geis Group Acquires Krage & Gerloff to Expand German Logistics Network

Geis Group, a major European logistics operator, has announced the acquisition of Krage & Gerloff Logistik GmbH, effective January 1, 2027. The Schwanebeck-headquartered company operates a logistics f

The Loadstar#mergers-acquisitions#german-logistics#road-freight
Procurement
ModerateSep 9, 2026

Lufthansa Acquires German Cargo Terminal to Expand Capacity

Lufthansa Cargo has agreed to acquire LUG air cargo handling GmbH, a ground services provider operating across Germany's three largest aviation hubs. This acquisition signals a strategic pivot toward

FreightWaves#lufthansa-cargo#vertical-integration#cargo-terminal
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactSep 8, 2026

Hapag-Lloyd Gets 30-Day Extension to Revise Zim Takeover Bid

Hapag-Lloyd has secured a crucial 30-day extension from Israeli regulators to refine its proposed $4.2 billion acquisition of Zim, signaling continued negotiations rather than outright rejection. The

The Loadstar#hapag-lloyd#zim-acquisition#shipping-merger