AVIAPARTNER LIÈGE acquired by SAL SAUDI LOGISTICS SERVICES

CMA CGM Group has agreed to acquire FedEx Supply Chain, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp, in a transaction slated for completion in 2026 pending customary regulatory approvals. The acquisition will integrate FedEx Supply Chain's approximately 10,000 employees and its warehouse footprint into CEVA Logistics, a CMA CGM subsidiary, thereby expanding the combined contract logistics platform in North America. The deal follows a series of strategic discussions between the two groups and includes provisions for multi‑year commercial agreements covering ocean and air freight services

Colis Privé is acquiring Paack Iberia and Paack France, entering exclusive negotiations to integrate the two entities into its existing last‑mile network. The agreements cover the acquisition of Paack's operational assets, technology platform and workforce in Spain, Portugal and France, and are subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.\n\nThe acquisition aligns with Colis Privé's objective to build a pan‑European delivery platform by adding a dense Iberian footprint and a proprietary scheduling system

The acquisition of World Freight Company by Brookfield marks a significant transaction in the global air freight industry. The deal is driven by the strategic rationale of expanding Brookfield's presence in the logistics and transportation sector, while also providing WFC with the resources and support needed to continue its growth and development. The synergy potential is significant, with opportunities for WFC to leverage Brookfield's global network and resources to expand its service offering and reach new customers

BC Partners has completed a strategic investment to acquire a majority ownership stake in Fortidia, a global platform for shipping and business services. The stake was acquired from the company's founding Fiorelli family and funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management. This transaction represents a partnership, as Chairman and CEO Paolo Fiorelli will continue to lead the company and will also retain a significant equity position. For Fortidia, this partnership arrives at a pivotal moment, intended to fuel ambitious plans for strengthening its competitive position, accelerating international expansion, and enhancing its financial profile

The transaction involves the acquisition of InPost by a consortium led by Advent International and FedEx Corporation, with A&R Investments Ltd. and PPF Group also participating as investors. The consortium has agreed to acquire all outstanding shares of InPost at a price of EUR 15.60 per share, valuing the company at approximately EUR 7.8 billion. The transaction is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. The consortium believes that the transaction will support InPost's growth plans and help the company achieve its strategic objectives, including the expansion of its parcel locker network and the development of its consumer-centric digital solutions

The transaction involves the acquisition of Qube Holdings Limited by a consortium led by Macquarie Asset Management, comprising MAM managed funds and co-investors, including UniSuper and Pontegadea. The consortium will acquire all of the shares in Qube by way of a scheme of arrangement, with Qube shareholders receiving cash consideration for their shares. The transaction is subject to customary conditions and regulatory approvals, including from the Foreign Investment Review Board and the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission

This transaction represents a sponsorless management buyout wherein the incumbent executive team successfully acquires full control of Wiio. To securely finance this corporate transition without relying on a traditional majority private equity shareholder, the management leveraged a bespoke mezzanine debt facility provided by Cerea. This highly flexible financial structure perfectly empowers the leadership to maintain total strategic independence while securing the vital capital backing required to seamlessly transition ownership

Werner Enterprises acquired FirstFleet, Inc. for $245 million in cash for the operating business The acquisition is immediately accretive to EPS and establishes Werner as the 5th largest dedicated carrier in the U.S., increasing its dedicated revenue by ~50%. The deal aims to capture $18 million in annual synergies within two years by optimizing purchasing power and fleet density in the Eastern U.S.

The Groupe Jardel continues its external growth strategy by acquiring the Groupe Naval, a significant player in the South-West of France. This acquisition allows Jardel to strengthen its density on the Atlantic coast and reinforce its expertise in refrigerated transport for retail chains. The integration of Naval adds approximately 250 drivers to Jardel's workforce, pushing the group's total revenue past the EUR250 million milestone.

In a major market consolidation move, the logistics giant GEODIS has signed an agreement to acquire the Groupe Malherbe. This "Corporate" transaction marks the exit of financial investors (Siparex, etc.) and the end of Malherbe's independent LBO cycles. By integrating Malherbe, GEODIS significantly strengthens its French road transport network, creating a combined entity with EUR2 billion in revenue solely in this segment (Road Transport), capable of competing with European leaders.