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C.H. Robinson has announced the acquisition of DeSpir Logistics, a North America-based specialist in secure transportation and cargo escort services, marking a strategic move to strengthen its presence in the high-value and mission-critical freight segment. The deal, valued at approximately $75 million in cash is expected to enhance the company’s ability to serve customers requiring advanced security, compliance, and operational precision across complex supply chains.
The acquisition comes at a time when cargo theft, supply chain disruptions, and increasing regulatory requirements are driving demand for specialized logistics solutions. DeSpir Logistics has built a strong reputation for transporting high-value, temperature-sensitive, and time-critical shipments across North America, serving industries such as healthcare, life sciences, aerospace, data centers, and premium retail.
By integrating DeSpir’s expertise into its operations, C.H. Robinson aims to expand its portfolio of premium logistics services. The acquisition will provide access to a highly vetted carrier network focused on security-sensitive freight movements, supported by specialized driver certifications, stringent compliance protocols, and continuous monitoring systems. These capabilities are increasingly important for customers shipping pharmaceuticals, critical infrastructure equipment, and other high-risk cargo.
A key advantage of the transaction is the addition of DeSpir’s advanced shipment monitoring technologies. The company’s platform offers enhanced visibility into freight movements, including real-time tracking of temperature conditions and cargo integrity. Combined with C.H. Robinson’s growing investment in AI-driven supply chain solutions, the acquisition is expected to deliver greater operational control, predictive insights, and risk mitigation for customers handling sensitive freight.
Industry analysts view the deal as part of C.H. Robinson’s broader strategy to pursue targeted acquisitions that strengthen specialized service offerings while creating long-term value for customers and shareholders. DeSpir generated approximately $62 million in revenue during fiscal year 2025, and the acquisition is expected to be modestly accretive to C.H. Robinson’s earnings in 2026. The transaction has been financed through existing cash reserves and has already been completed.
As supply chains become increasingly complex and security risks continue to evolve, the integration of DeSpir’s high-security logistics expertise positions C.H. Robinson to capitalize on growing demand for specialized transportation services. The move reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering secure, technology-enabled logistics solutions for some of the most critical freight movements in North America.
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Hong Kong-based Crown Worldwide Group has strengthened its presence in India with the inauguration of a 135,000-sq-ft integrated facility at Siwari in Gurugram, Delhi-NCR. The expansion forms part of the company’s broader India growth strategy, with Crown targeting more than ₹500 crore in annual revenue from the country by 2030, compared with nearly ₹300 crore in FY2024-25. Spread across 7.5 acres, the new facility is among Crown’s largest in India and brings together information management, workspace, relocation, logistics, mobility and fine art services under its integrated ‘One Crown’ approach. The site includes an 82,000-sq-ft warehouse with capacity to accommodate up to 900,000 cartons. The facility is also green-building certified, with 20 per cent of the site dedicated to green coverage. The co-location of multiple business units is designed to enable Crown to offer customers a wider range of services through a single platform while improving operational collaboration. The facility is expected to strengthen the company’s ability to serve corporate customers across Delhi-NCR and North India, including businesses seeking integrated relocation, storage, information management and logistics solutions. “India is central to our future, and we are delighted to support a growing number of India-headquartered multinational companies,” said Jennifer Harvey, Group Chief Executive Officer, Crown Worldwide Group. She added that the company’s investment reflects its commitment to simplifying the process of living, working and doing business across markets. Crown also plans to increase its investment in India. After investing $15 million over the past two years, the company intends to invest an additional $15 million over the next two years, taking its planned investment to $30 million. Its Indian business is currently growing at an estimated 10–12 per cent annually, making the country one of its fastest-growing markets. The company is simultaneously broadening its India proposition beyond its traditional relocation logistics operations. Its strategy includes records management, document digitisation, workplace asset management and information governance, responding to growing demand from global capability centres, hybrid work models and evolving compliance requirements. Crown currently operates 36 warehouses and facilities across India, with owned facilities in Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Coimbatore and Delhi. The Gurugram expansion follows the opening of a 76,000-sq-ft centre in Bengaluru in September 2025 and a 4.5-acre facility in Coimbatore in May 2026. Globally, Crown generates more than $600 million in annual revenue. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 CARGOCONNECT 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬!
CEVA Logistics has secured the EcoVadis Platinum Medal, the highest distinction awarded by the global business sustainability ratings provider, placing the company among the top 1% of businesses assessed worldwide over the preceding 12 months. CEVA achieved an overall EcoVadis score of 88 out of 100, marking a seven-point improvement over its 2025 Gold Medal score and highlighting the continued advancement of its sustainability performance across the global supply chain. The EcoVadis assessment evaluates companies across four core areas: Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement—using an evidence-based methodology covering policies, actions and reported results. The Platinum recognition provides independent validation of CEVA’s progress across these areas. The company’s sustainability strategy is anchored around three pillars: Acting for Planet, Acting for People and Acting for Partners, aligned with the broader sustainability commitments of parent company CMA CGM Group and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. CEVA’s strongest performance came in the Environment category, where it scored 95 out of 100, reflecting its focus on decarbonisation across its operations. The company is working towards the CMA CGM Group’s commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with initiatives spanning lower-emission transport, more sustainable warehouse operations and its CEVA FORPLANET portfolio of low-carbon transport and circular-economy solutions. The Platinum recognition marks a significant step in CEVA’s sustainability trajectory, while reinforcing its positioning as a supply chain partner focused on measurable ESG performance, decarbonisation and long-term operational sustainability.
Broekman Logistics has appointed Suresh Kumar Kannappan as the Managing Director for the Indian Subcontinent, reinforcing its commitment to expanding its presence in one of the world's fastest-growing logistics markets. The strategic leadership appointment comes as the company aims to accelerate regional growth, strengthen customer relationships and enhance its service capabilities across India and neighbouring markets. Kannappan brings extensive experience spanning contract logistics, freight forwarding, commercial strategy, business development and integrated supply chain management. Over the course of his career, he has held senior leadership positions with leading global organisations, successfully driving business transformation, operational excellence and customer-centric growth initiatives. Before joining Broekman Logistics, Kannappan served as Vice President – New Product Development at SATS, Singapore, where he led product innovation and strategic collaborations across the aviation and logistics sectors. His experience in developing innovative logistics solutions and building strategic partnerships is expected to play a key role in supporting Broekman Logistics' long-term growth ambitions in the region. In his new role, Kannappan will work closely with the company's leadership team in India to strengthen Broekman Logistics' market position while delivering enhanced value to customers and business partners. His priorities will include expanding the company's regional footprint, driving sustainable business growth and further improving operational efficiency across its supply chain solutions portfolio. The appointment reflects Broekman Logistics' continued focus on the Indian subcontinent, a market witnessing rapid expansion in manufacturing, infrastructure development, cross-border trade and multimodal logistics. As businesses increasingly seek resilient, technology-enabled and integrated supply chain solutions, the company is positioning itself to capitalise on emerging opportunities through experienced leadership and customer-focused services. Welcoming Kannappan to the organisation, Broekman Logistics expressed confidence that his industry expertise and strategic vision would support the company's next phase of regional growth. The company also highlighted the strength of its local teams, noting that their combined capabilities would help deliver innovative logistics solutions while strengthening long-term customer partnerships. Headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Broekman Logistics provides end-to-end logistics services, including freight forwarding, contract logistics, transportation, warehousing, distribution and breakbulk terminal operations. With operations across Europe and Asia, the company serves customers in sectors such as industrials, machinery and chemicals. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 CARGOCONNECT 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬!
