NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights

SEALED DEALS

← Rohlig SUUS Logistics expanded its cooperation with Hisense Europe by launching a dedicated warehouse for spare parts used in household appliances and consumer electronics and providing storage, order picking, co-packing, and customs clearance.

• ALDI Hong Kong will adopt TradeBeyond’s multi-enterprise CBX platform to centralize supply chain data, automate workflows, and ensure accurate documentation for ALDI operations.

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Green Seeds

↑ Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) and CMA CGM Group are collaborating to protect endangered marine animals and preserve ocean health. CMA CGM supports two WHOI projects: the continuous operation of two acoustic monitoring buoys and monitoring biodiversity for ocean health.

↑ DHL Express signed a strategic sustainability agreement with Landmark Group, which will use DHL’s GoGreen Plus program to decarbonize its international air freight operations using sustainable aviation fuel, a fundamental shift from traditional carbon offsetting models.

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UP THE CHAIN

→ John Partain joins PCS Software as chief customer officer. He will lead PCS’s end-to-end customer lifecycle, strengthening customer health, loyalty, and long-term value.

← Supply chain executive Catherine Cooper has joined the Verst board of advisors.

• Michael McSpedon was appointed chief revenue officer of Corvus Robotics. He will lead its commercialization strategy as the company expands its recurring revenue footprint across Fortune 500 customers.

→ Chapman Freeborn appointed Tyler Porteous vice president of cargo-Canada. He will focus on developing Chapman Freeborn’s cargo operations in Canada, expanding its customer base, and identifying new opportunities across key market segments.

← Eryn Dinyovszky was appointed president of Enstructure Mid-Atlantic. In this role, Dinyovszky will oversee operations and commercial activities across Delaware and Pennsylvania, including the development of the new Delaware Container Terminal.

→ Crowley consolidated its business structure by creating two divisions: shipping and logistics led by Executive Vice President and Division President James C. Fowler, and energy, led by Executive VP and Division President Kollin Fencil (pictured).

← ACI Transport appointed co-founder and former COO Gary Horton as its new CEO to lead the freight brokerage firm into its next decade of growth.

• eHub named Thomas Leishman chief AI officer. In this role, Leishman will spearhead eHub’s AI strategy, driving innovation across product, operations, customer experience, and revenue growth.

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RECOGNITION

→ Counter Forced Labor Technologies (CFLT), a woman- and disabled veteran-owned technology firm dedicated to eradicating forced labor in global supply chains, was awarded the Prevention & Awareness Award by A21 and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The honor recognizes CFLT’s contributions to global anti-trafficking efforts, and its work helping corporations identify, mitigate, and prevent forced labor in their supply networks.

• Averitt received the 2025 Carrier Provider Gold Recognition Award from chemical manufacturer AdvanSix. The award recognizes carriers and 3PLs that demonstrate consistent performance in key areas.

• The National Motor Freight Traffic Association received a Bronze Stevie Award in the Customer Service Department of the Year-All Other Industries category. The award recognizes NMFTA’s client services team for its role in supporting organizations that keep goods and services moving.

• TMS provider BeyondTrucks was named as a winner of the Products That Count Award, which showcases companies that are integrating AI into processes and workflows to unlock value for their customers.

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INVESTMENTS

↑ CapitaLand Investment Limited made a minority investment in Ally Logistic Property, a smart logistics infrastructure based in Asia, and an existing capital partner in the CapitaLand Southeast Asia Logistics Fund.

• GrubMarket raised around $50 million in Series H financing from Future Food Fund, Portfolia Funds, Liberty Street Funds, RD Heritage Group, Flume Ventures, MY Securities, and others.

• GenLogs closed $60 million in Series B funding. The round was led by Battery Ventures with participation by IVP, Cathay Innovation, and 9Yards, as well as existing investors Venrock, Steel Atlas, HOF Capital, TitletownTech, and Autotech Ventures. The company will use the new funds to continue building out its core platform and extend capabilities to shippers, insurers, governments, and financial institutions.

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M&A

↑ SeaCube Cold Solutions acquired Martin Container, a portable cold storage container company serving the West Coast. This strategic alignment creates a more connected and responsive cold storage network for customers across the United States.

• Echo Global Logistics acquired ITS Logistics, a 3PL recognized for its drop trailer and trailer pool program, as well as its expertise in dedicated capacity, intermodal and drayage solutions, freight security, omnichannel fulfillment, and sustainability-focused transportation strategies.

• MGN Logistics purchased Fast Service LLC, an asset-based expedited logistics brokerage.

• Vector acquired yard management and dock visibility company YardView.

• Allstates WorldCargo acquired Promptus, a customs broker and logistics firm focused on trade with Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean.

• SupplyOne acquired Wertheimer Box, a corrugated packaging provider known for custom shipping boxes, branded packaging, ecommerce mailers, and specialty retail displays.

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Milestones

• Quality Corrections & Inspections marks its 40th year of doing business. The company’s product rework projects ensure timely inventory availability and provide supply chain resilience support.

• ShipBob, a global supply chain and fulfillment platform for SMB and mid-market omnichannel merchants, fulfilled more than one billion units across its global network to date.

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