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MH Supply Chain Ltd (MHSCL), the joint venture between Hellmann Worldwide Logistics and Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd (Motherson), has appointed its management team, with the leaders assuming their roles in October 2026 as the company commenced operations.
The leadership team comprises Gordon Barnard as Chief Executive Officer, Prashant Goyal as Chief Operating Officer, Arun Parackal as Chief Digital Officer, and Nayan Malpani as Chief Financial Officer. The appointments bring together operational, digital and regional expertise from both parent organisations.
Barnard and Parackal previously held leadership roles at Hellmann IMEA, serving as Chief Commercial Officer and VP Customer Excellence and Digital Transformation & Innovation, respectively. Goyal joins from Motherson, where he was Chief Operating Officer – Logistics, while Malpani previously served as CFO at Alpha Shipping.
The joint venture was announced in March 2026 to address the growing complexity of global automotive supply chains. As vehicle manufacturing becomes increasingly international and interconnected, manufacturers and suppliers are seeking integrated, flexible and digitally enabled logistics solutions.
According to the International Organisation of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA), global vehicle production reached 96.4 million units in 2025, marking a 3.9% increase year on year. MHSCL aims to respond to evolving supply-chain requirements by combining Hellmann’s global logistics network and 3PL and 4PL capabilities with Motherson’s expertise in Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Assembly and Logistics (D.E.M.A.L.). The partnership is intended to provide a foundation for scalable, end-to-end supply-chain solutions across regions.
Regional leadership appointments include Miller Machado for the Americas; Balazs Kalmar for Europe and Special Projects; Renee Abrahamse for the Middle East, Africa and Global EXIM; Rupesh Jha for South East Asia; and Jackey Liu for China.
Ajay Rohira will lead Global 3PL Sourcing and Procurement, while Suruchi Bahal has been appointed HR Director for MHSCL.
“With this leadership team in place, MHSCL is ready to move from set-up into execution. Our focus will be on building a high-performance logistics platform that delivers greater transparency, agility and control for automotive supply chains worldwide,” said Gordon Barnard, Chief Executive Officer of MH Supply Chain Ltd.
MH Supply Chain Ltd (MHSCL), the joint venture between Hellmann Worldwide Logistics and Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd (Motherson), has appointed its management team, with the leaders assuming their roles in October 2026 as the company commenced operations. The leadership team comprises Gordon Barnard as Chief Executive Officer, Prashant Goyal as Chief Operating Officer, Arun Parackal as Chief Digital Officer, and Nayan Malpani as Chief Financial Officer. The appointments bring together operational, digital and regional expertise from both parent organisations. Barnard and Parackal previously held leadership roles at Hellmann IMEA, serving as Chief Commercial Officer and VP Customer Excellence and Digital Transformation & Innovation, respectively. Goyal joins from Motherson, where he was Chief Operating Officer – Logistics, while Malpani previously served as CFO at Alpha Shipping. The joint venture was announced in March 2026 to address the growing complexity of global automotive supply chains. As vehicle manufacturing becomes increasingly international and interconnected, manufacturers and suppliers are seeking integrated, flexible and digitally enabled logistics solutions. According to the International Organisation of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA), global vehicle production reached 96.4 million units in 2025, marking a 3.9% increase year on year. MHSCL aims to respond to evolving supply-chain requirements by combining Hellmann’s global logistics network and 3PL and 4PL capabilities with Motherson’s expertise in Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Assembly and Logistics (D.E.M.A.L.). The partnership is intended to provide a foundation for scalable, end-to-end supply-chain solutions across regions. Regional leadership appointments include Miller Machado for the Americas; Balazs Kalmar for Europe and Special Projects; Renee Abrahamse for the Middle East, Africa and Global EXIM; Rupesh Jha for South East Asia; and Jackey Liu for China. Ajay Rohira will lead Global 3PL Sourcing and Procurement, while Suruchi Bahal has been appointed HR Director for MHSCL. “With this leadership team in place, MHSCL is ready to move from set-up into execution. Our focus will be on building a high-performance logistics platform that delivers greater transparency, agility and control for automotive supply chains worldwide,” said Gordon Barnard, Chief Executive Officer of MH Supply Chain Ltd.
FedEx has appointed Jamere Jackson as Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), strengthening its leadership team as the global logistics major continues to advance its business transformation and operational efficiency initiatives. Jackson will assume the role on November 30, 2026, bringing extensive financial leadership experience across major corporations. In his new position, Jackson will oversee FedEx’s financial strategy, including financial planning, capital allocation, reporting and performance management. His responsibilities will support the company’s efforts to improve productivity, manage costs and strengthen long-term financial performance amid changing global trade patterns and evolving customer expectations for logistics services. Jackson joins FedEx with a strong background in finance and corporate leadership. His experience in managing complex financial operations and supporting business strategy is expected to contribute to the company’s focus on disciplined investment, operational execution and sustainable growth. The appointment comes as FedEx continues to implement initiatives aimed at improving network efficiency and simplifying its operations. As one of the world’s largest express transportation and logistics providers, the company operates an extensive global network serving businesses and consumers across international markets. Financial discipline and effective resource allocation remain important as the logistics sector navigates cost pressures, competitive challenges and shifting demand across freight and parcel services. The CFO transition also represents a key leadership development for FedEx as it works to align its financial priorities with its broader operational objectives. Jackson’s role will be central to evaluating investment priorities, managing financial risks and supporting strategic decisions across the business. His appointment underscores the importance of experienced financial leadership in the logistics industry, where network investments, technology adoption, productivity improvements and changing trade flows increasingly influence business performance. As FedEx pursues its long-term priorities, Jackson will be expected to help maintain financial discipline while supporting the company’s growth and transformation agenda. The leadership change marks another significant step in FedEx’s efforts to strengthen its financial and operational foundations in an increasingly dynamic global logistics environment. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 CARGOCONNECT 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬!
Fraport AG has appointed Felix Toepsch as Vice President of Cargo Development, effective immediately, entrusting him with advancing the cargo business at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and supporting the hub’s next phase of growth. Toepsch brings extensive experience within Fraport and Frankfurt’s air cargo community to the role. He joined Fraport AG in 2013 and has held a range of positions focused on business and process development and innovation. Since January 2023, he has served as Executive Director of Air Cargo Community Frankfurt e.V., working closely with businesses and institutions across the air freight value chain while representing more than 115 member companies. During his tenure with the Air Cargo Community, Toepsch supported Frankfurt’s development as a leading European air freight hub, while advancing collaboration, process standardisation and digitalisation across the cargo ecosystem. His work included supporting the introduction of a common-use truck slot booking system and community-wide standards for cargo procedures. He has also maintained active engagement with industry associations at German and European levels. His appointment comes as Fraport’s Cargo Development team advances a broader agenda spanning freight-process digitalisation and optimisation, infrastructure development and airport cargo marketing in collaboration with partners across Frankfurt’s cargo ecosystem. Fraport AG's Chief Operating Officer, Dietmar Focke, expressed, “With Felix Toepsch, we’ve secured an experienced colleague who has years of experience at Frankfurt Airport and has built a wide network within the cargo community.” With his combined experience in business development, digitisation, process optimisation and industry engagement, Toepsch is positioned to strengthen Frankfurt Airport’s cargo proposition while identifying new opportunities for growth and greater efficiency across the hub’s air freight operations.
