February 2026 Acquisitions
Global Logistics M&A Recap in Partnership with Ti Insight
North America accounted for the largest number of acquisitions (by target location), with 9 transactions representing 37.5% of all recorded acquisitions. Europe followed with 8 acquisitions (33.3%), while Asia accounted for 5 acquisitions (20.8%). The Middle East and Oceania each recorded 1 acquisition, representing 4.2% of the total respectively. In terms of target services, Maritime Logistics was the most active sector with 7 transactions (29.2%). This was followed by Freight Forwarding and Transportation, which each accounted for 5 acquisitions (20.8%). Other sectors recorded included Last Mile with 2 acquisitions (8.3%), while Logistics, Parcels, Road Freight & Logistics, Software, and Temperature Controlled Logistics each accounted for 1 acquisition (4.2%).
"…As we continue to see major buying trends change in the M&A market today, the winners are becoming clear as these firms realize that, in this job evolution, different skills will be required at higher strategic levels. Firms such as Maersk, CH Robinson, and Amazon have committed millions of dollars to find and create more efficient ways to do business. We used to say to be successful in Logistics you had to be Faster, Cheaper, or Better than your competitors, but you could only pick two. You could be Faster and Cheaper, but you wouldn’t be better. You could be Better and Faster, but you wouldn’t be Cheaper. Today, you need to be ALL THREE, and AI can help you get there…" - Ron Lentz, CEO & Managing Partner at Logisyn Advisors
"…Beyond these headline transactions, freight forwarding remains a central pillar of M&A activity in Europe. As a historically fragmented segment, it continues to fuel consolidation and build-up strategies. In the context of normalized freight rates, forwarders are increasingly seeking differentiation through service diversification, network expansion, and deeper integration across the value chain..." - Olivier Fougues, Executive Sponsor: Europe at Logisyn Advisors
"...A consortium led by FedEx and private equity firm Advent International has agreed to acquire parcel locker operator InPost in a €7.8 billion ($9.2 billion) deal. Following completion, FedEx and Advent will each hold a 37% stake, alongside founder Rafał Brzoska’s investment vehicle A&R (16%) and PPF Group (10%)..." - Paul Chapman, Senior Editor at Ti