Australia's Export Finance Australia Underwrites Fuel Imports for Ampol and Viva Energy
The Australian government, via Export Finance Australia, has signed agreements with Ampol and Viva Energy to underwrite spot market fuel purchases amid supply disruptions from the Iran war. The underwriting will enable the companies to secure cargoes that might otherwise be diverted, with the government retaining distribution control.
ITE Investment Acquires Tank Container Specialist CS Leasing
US transport-focused investment fund ITE Investment has completed the acquisition of tank container lessor CS Leasing, which operates about 55,000 units across four continents. The transaction, completed through ITE’s managed funds, positions the fund to benefit from rising demand for...
Fashinza Acquires Qckin to Strengthen Technology‑Led Manufacturing Capabilities
Fashion supply‑chain platform Fashinza announced it has acquired manufacturing‑focused start‑up Qckin. The deal integrates Qckin’s design‑to‑delivery expertise with Fashinza’s technology‑led sourcing, expanding specialised manufacturing in India and Bangladesh for global brands. The acquisition aims to boost speed, transparency and resilience...
OIA Global Acquires Cargo Services, Expanding US Freight Network
US supply chain services firm OIA Global announced the acquisition of Indianapolis‑based freight forwarder and customs broker Cargo Services, Inc. (CSI), strengthening OIA’s domestic presence. The deal, disclosed on April 8, 2026, does not disclose a purchase price.
Kriska Transportation Group Acquires Sharp Transportation Systems to Expand Cold-Chain Capabilities
Kriska Transportation Group announced the acquisition of Sharp Transportation Systems, a Canada‑based carrier specializing in temperature‑controlled freight and cross‑border logistics. The deal adds Sharp’s 29‑truck fleet and pharma logistics expertise to Kriska’s network, enhancing service capabilities across the Midwest and...
DoorDash Invests in Also to Develop Autonomous Last‑mile Delivery EVs
DoorDash announced a strategic investment and multi‑year partnership with electric micromobility specialist Also to develop small autonomous electric vehicles for last‑mile delivery in dense urban areas. The collaboration will focus on purpose‑built EVs that can navigate bike lanes, shoulders and...
Two Boxes Secures $3.2M Funding Led by Assembly Ventures
Two Boxes announced the closing of a $3.2 million venture round led by Assembly Ventures, with participation from existing investors Peterson Ventures and Matchstick Ventures, bringing its total funding to $13 million. The capital will be used to expand its AI‑powered returns...
Dam Good Fish Secures Strategic Funding at Rs 30 Cr Valuation
Seafood infrastructure startup Dam Good Fish announced it has closed a strategic funding round, valuing the company at roughly Rs 30 crore ($3.6 million). The capital will be used to expand its AI‑driven demand‑to‑harvest system, boost supply and processing infrastructure, and enter new...
Quito Group Secures €320M in Debt Refinancing and New Investment Facility with Apollo
International air cargo and logistics firm Quito Group announced it has refinanced €250 million of debt and secured a €70 million investment facility from Apollo. The financing, totaling approximately €320 million ($352M), will fund infrastructure upgrades, digitalisation and expansion of...
APM Terminals Takes 49% Stake in Hai Phong International Container Terminal
APM Terminals announced it has acquired a 49% minority stake and operating partner role in the Hai Phong International Container Terminal (HHIT) in northern Vietnam, joining existing owner Hateco Group. The deal concludes a three‑year partnership that saw the greenfield...
Australia Post Acquires Delivery‑optimization Startup Rendr to Boost Same‑day Delivery
Australia Post has completed the acquisition of Rendr, a courier‑optimisation startup, to expand same‑day delivery coverage to 90% of the Australian population. The deal will allow AusPost to integrate Rendr’s algorithmic platform into its services, offering more flexible delivery windows...
Arvato Acquires Canadian 3PL Think Logistics
Arvato, the global supply chain and e‑commerce services provider, has completed the acquisition of Think Logistics, a Mississauga‑based third‑party logistics firm. The transaction gives Arvato a foothold in the Canadian market and integrates Think Logistics into its North American fulfillment...
Supplier.io Acquires TealBook to Bolster Vendor Master Data Management
Supplier.io announced the acquisition of TealBook, a vendor data management platform, to integrate its supplier intelligence with TealBook’s vendor master capabilities. The deal expands Supplier.io’s Atlas solution, offering enterprise‑grade data cleansing, entity resolution and hierarchy mapping for procurement teams. Financial...
CEVA Logistics Completes Acquisition of Fagioli Group
CEVA Logistics has completed its acquisition of the global heavy‑lift and project logistics firm Fagioli Group, expanding its specialized transport and engineering capabilities. The deal, finalized on Tuesday, brings Fagioli’s heavy‑haul operations into CEVA’s network; terms were not disclosed.
Sensmet Raises $1.65M From EIT RawMaterials to Scale Real-Time Metals Monitoring
Finnish metal‑monitoring startup Sensmet has secured a €1.5 million ($1.65 million) investment from EIT RawMaterials to expand its µDOES continuous metal analysis platform across Europe. The funding will be used to scale up online metal analysers for lithium, battery metals and recycling,...
Mitsubishi Materials Corp. Makes Strategic Investment in ReElement Technologies
Mitsubishi Materials Corp. announced a strategic investment in ReElement Technologies, a U.S. rare earth and critical mineral recycler, to develop integrated supply chain solutions in the U.S. and Japan. The partnership includes a memorandum of understanding for collaboration on recycling...
GEODIS Completes Acquisition of Transports Malherbe
GEODIS has completed its acquisition of French road transport specialist Transports Malherbe after receiving regulatory approval. The deal expands GEODIS' full truckload and less‑than‑truckload capabilities in France, adding a network of 40 agencies, 1,500 trucks and over 3,000 employees. Deal...
Port of Gothenburg Acquires Land From Platzer in $71.5M Expansion Deal
Sweden’s largest port, the Port of Gothenburg, announced a SEK 684 million ($71.5 million) acquisition of land, office buildings and water areas from listed property company Platzer. The purchase will enable up to 210,000 sq m of new terminal space, supporting the port’s long‑term...
Victorian Government Commits $100M to Tongala Nutrition for Dairy Expansion
The Victorian Government announced a $150 million (≈$100 million USD) investment via the Victorian Investment Fund to support Tongala Nutrition’s expansion in regional Victoria. The funding will upgrade technology, infrastructure, sustainable energy systems, and supply chain capabilities, creating over 40 new jobs...
Metrans Acquires 50% Stake in Afluent Arad South Terminal
Metrans has signed a binding agreement to acquire a 50% stake in the Afluent Arad South terminal in western Romania, expanding its intermodal network into Southeast Europe. The acquisition will integrate the terminal into Metrans' network, enabling up to three...
Sinokor Purchases Three Korean-Built Suezmax Vessels for $246M
Korean shipowner Sinokor, led by Ga‑Hyun Chung, has paid roughly $82 million per vessel for three 10‑year‑old Korean‑built suezmax ships, totaling about $246 million. The acquisition marks Sinokor’s entry into the suezmax segment after dominating the VLCC market with MSC’s financial backing....
SITC International Exercises Options for Six Boxships in $137M Deal with Yangzijiang Shipbuilding
Hong Kong‑listed container operator SITC International has exercised options for six 1,100‑TEU feeder vessels from Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Group subsidiaries, in a deal valued at $137 million. The vessels, priced at about $22.8 million each, are slated for delivery between March and August 2028...
Pepper Acquires Alima to Boost AI-Driven Product Content for Food Distributors
New York‑based Pepper announced the acquisition of Alima, a Y Combinator‑backed startup that provides ordering and procurement software for small food distributors in Latin America. The deal, disclosed on Tuesday, brings Alima’s co‑founders into Pepper’s leadership and expands its AI‑driven product...
ONE Buys Into Busan Terminal Owned by HMM Suitor
Japanese container line Ocean Network Express (ONE) completed a long‑term partnership agreement with South Korea’s Dongwon Group by acquiring an indirect stake in Dongwon Global Terminal Busan (DGT), the country’s first fully automated container terminal. The acquisition gives ONE strategic...
APM Terminals Acquires 49% Stake in Hai Phong International Container Terminal
APM Terminals, the terminal operating arm of Maersk, announced it has taken a 49% minority share and operating partner position in the Hai Phong International Container Terminal in northern Vietnam. The deal makes APM a key stakeholder in the newly...
Outpost Makes Strategic Investment in EV Realty as Part of $1B Expansion
Austin‑based Outpost announced a strategic investment in EV Realty, the developer of commercial fleet charging hubs, as part of its $1 billion expansion plan. The deal adds three California EV charging properties to Outpost’s terminal network, enhancing electrification for freight fleets.
Stardust Power Raises $13.2M Equity and Secures $10M Debt Financing
Stardust Power Inc., a Nasdaq‑listed developer of battery‑grade lithium carbonate, announced it raised $13.2 million in equity capital and secured up to $10 million in debt financing, including a $10 million synthetic ATM equity facility with B. Riley Principal Capital II, to fund its...
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Woolworths to Acquire 100% of Prepared‑foods Manufacturer In2food
Woolworths announced it will acquire 100% of in2food, a prepared‑foods manufacturer, from its founders, Old Mutual Private Equity and other shareholders. The cash transaction, pending regulatory approval, will bring the supplier in‑house and expand Woolworths’ offshore growth opportunities.
NYK Takes Full Control of Saga Welco From Westfal‑Larsen
Japan’s Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) announced it will take full control of Norwegian open‑hatch operator Saga Welco, ending its 12‑year 50:50 joint venture with Westfal‑Larsen. The acquisition terms were not disclosed.
Transworld Shipping Lines Completes Acquisition of Transworld Integrated Logistek and Transworld Logistics
Transworld Shipping Lines Limited completed the acquisition of 100% equity stakes in Transworld Integrated Logistek Private Limited and Transworld Logistics Private Limited, making them wholly owned subsidiaries. The transaction expands Transworld's logistics capabilities and strengthens its position as a comprehensive...
SkySelect Raises $9M in AI-Driven Aircraft Parts Procurement Funding
Estonian AI procurement platform SkySelect announced a $9 million funding round co-led by Verb Ventures and RockCreek, with participation from SmartCap Green Fund, Bain Capital Ventures and Lux Capital. The capital will be used to enhance its AI sourcing tools...
Thoma Bravo to Acquire WWEX Group and Merge It with Auctane to Build AI-Driven Logistics Platform
Private equity firm Thoma Bravo announced a definitive agreement to acquire 3PL provider WWEX Group from a consortium of investors and subsequently merge it with its portfolio company Auctane. The combined entity will integrate AI‑driven shipping software with WWEX’s logistics...
Shinkei Systems Acquires Processing Plant From Fathom Seafood
Shinkei Systems, the robotics-driven seafood company behind Seremoni Grade fish, announced the purchase of a 16,000‑square‑foot processing plant in Tacoma, Washington from Fathom Seafood. The acquisition doubles Shinkei’s footprint and will serve as a hub for its premium fish processing,...
Logistec Acquires Logistics Park Dubuque Marine Terminal From Travero
Montreal‑based Logistec has completed the acquisition of Travero’s Logistics Park Dubuque (LPD), a 100‑acre multimodal marine terminal in East Dubuque, Illinois. The terminal provides barge, rail and truck connectivity for bulk and break‑bulk commodities serving agriculture, manufacturing, steel and energy customers. The...
Waaree Solar Americas Invests $30M in United Solar Holdings via Series B Share Subscription
Waaree Solar Americas, the US manufacturing arm of Waaree Energies, signed a share subscription agreement to purchase 5.37 million Series B preferred shares of United Solar Holdings for roughly $30 million. The investment secures a long‑term supply of traceable polysilicon from United Solar’s...
Ukrainian Railways to Acquire 1,592 Seized Russian Wagons Worth €43.3 Million
Ukrainian Railways will incorporate 1,592 Russian freight wagons seized during the war into its fleet, valued at €43.3 million. The wagons belonged to Russian firms VEB‑Leasing, JSC State Transport Leasing Company and JSC Nord, now sanctioned.
Serviacero USA Acquires Gulf Inland Logistics Park Rail-Served Site
Serviacero USA, a leading Mexican steel solutions group, announced the purchase of a rail‑served site at Gulf Inland Logistics Park in Texas, marking its first U.S. manufacturing operation. The site offers dual access to BNSF and Union Pacific rail networks...
Metrans Acquires 50% Stake in AFLUENT Arad South Terminal
Czech intermodal operator Metrans has completed the acquisition of a 50% stake in the AFLUENT Arad South Terminal in Romania, expanding its terminal network in Southeast Europe. The deal strengthens Metrans' strategic presence near the Hungarian border and follows the...
Export‑Import Bank Provides $10 Billion Loan to Project Vault for Rare‑Earth Mineral Stockpiling
The U.S. Export‑Import Bank announced a $10 billion loan to the newly launched Project Vault, a government‑backed initiative to stockpile critical rare‑earth minerals and reduce reliance on China. The loan, the bank’s largest in its 92‑year history, will be complemented by...
Austrian Post Acquires Stake in euShipments.com From BlackPeak
Austrian Post has purchased a stake in euShipments.com, an e‑commerce logistics and fulfilment provider serving over 1,300 online retailers across Europe, from BlackPeak. The transaction marks Austrian Post’s expansion into European e‑commerce logistics.
Jinhui Shipping Sells Ultramax Bulk Carrier Jin Ping to Hongkong Yiming Shipping for $23.46m
Oslo-listed dry bulk owner Jinhui Shipping and Transportation has agreed to sell its 2014-built ultramax vessel Jin Ping to Hongkong Yiming Shipping for $23.46 million. The deal, announced on March 6, 2026, includes delivery between June 1 and July 15, 2026,...
Redwood Logistics Acquires Laredo Customs Broker EELCO
Redwood Logistics, a Chicago‑based fourth‑party logistics provider, announced the acquisition of EELCO, a Laredo, Texas customs brokerage and warehousing provider, to strengthen its cross‑border logistics platform. The deal adds licensed customs brokerage services, FTZ warehousing and decades of border expertise...
Mutares Exits €100m Logistics Platform inTime Group to Tawin Holdings
Mutares announced the sale of its inTime Group logistics platform to Tawin Holdings. The transaction includes all subsidiaries, such as Trans-Logo-Tech and Routewise, and is expected to close by the end of March 2026. inTime Group generates around €100m in...
Thoma Bravo to Acquire WWEX Group, Creating $12bn Shipping‑tech Platform
Private equity firm Thoma Bravo announced it will acquire third‑party logistics provider WWEX Group and merge it with its portfolio company Auctane, forming an integrated AI‑enabled shipping and logistics platform valued at up to $12 bn. The transaction, pending regulatory approval,...
Fambo Raises $2.4M Series A Led by Nabvenutres with EV2 Ventures Participation
Delhi-NCR based agri-food supply chain startup Fambo announced it raised $2.4 million in a Series A round led by Nabvenutres, with participation from EV2 Ventures. The funding will support expansion beyond northern India and scaling its automated supply chain for...
Hapag-Lloyd Signs Acquisition of Zim, Pending Regulatory Approval
Hapag-Lloyd announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Zim, subject to competition clearance and Israeli government consent, with a target closing by the end of 2026. The deal aims to add Zim’s modern LNG‑powered fleet to Hapag‑Lloyd’s Gemini network,...
Maharlika Investment Corp. To Acquire 11.2% Stake in Asian Terminals Inc.
Maharlika Investment Corp (MIC), the Philippines' sovereign wealth fund, announced it will acquire an 11.2% stake in Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI), a logistics terminal operator, as part of its push into logistics and energy sectors. The deal, involving DP World...
VOC Port Secures ₹15,000 Cr Funding for Outer Harbour Project
VO Chidambaranar Port (VOC Port) announced a ₹15,000 crore investment in its Outer Harbour project to boost cargo‑handling capacity. The port has signed a tripartite agreement with Indian Railway Finance Corporation and Sagarmala Finance Corporation to secure the required funding. The...
McQuilling Acquires Medco Shipbrokers
New York-based tanker broker McQuilling announced the acquisition of Madrid-based Medco Shipbrokers, expanding its market presence in the shipbroking sector. The deal, valued at an undisclosed sum, aims to broaden service capabilities and strengthen client offerings across freight segments.
Kuehne+Nagel Acquires LSL-Lohmöller’s Road Logistics Business in Germany
Swiss logistics giant Kuehne+Nagel announced the acquisition of the road logistics activities of Germany’s family‑run LSL-Lohmöller Spedition und Logistik GmbH. The deal adds LSL‑Lohmöller’s groupage, LTL and FTL operations, 142 specialists and about 50 trucks to Kuehne+Nagel’s German network, strengthening...
