M&A Archives - WCL

WCL Christian Nebel in India
October 20, 2026

India: Encounters That Bring People Together

Christian Nebel spent ten days in India. In Mumbai and Delhi, he visited clients, met former teams and caught up with old friends. There was plenty to talk about: shared memories, developments in logistics, and interesting new assignments and potential projects for WCL.

roll-up strategy logistics industry
June 4, 2026

Selling a Logistics Company: Why a Roll-Up Model Can Be More Than an Exit

The logistics sector has long been shaped by strong mid-sized companies. Businesses with clear regional roots, long-standing customer relationships and high operational quality. In the current challenging economic environment, many business owners are asking a fundamental question:
Is now the right time to sell – or is it better to wait?

De Well Group and Navis AG M+A
May 12, 2026

De Well Group acquires NAVIS AG 

De Well Group acquires Hamburg-based NAVIS AG. The transaction highlights the growing consolidation among international freight forwarding and logistics companies.

selling logistics company timing
April 25, 2026

Selling a Logistics Company: Why Now Is the Time 

The logistics sector has long been shaped by strong mid-sized companies. Businesses with clear regional roots, long-standing customer relationships and high operational quality. In the current challenging economic environment, many business owners are asking a fundamental question:
Is now the right time to sell – or is it better to wait?

Emotional Balance and Strategic Support in the M&A Process for Medium-Sized Businesses
November 6, 2024

Emotional Balance and Strategic Support in the M&A Process for Medium-Sized Businesses

At WCL, Martin Sieg supports small and medium-sized enterprises through the M&A process with strategic clarity and targeted advice. Through solution-oriented negotiations and trustworthy communication, he builds a solid foundation for a successful business transition. In his blog, he shares valuable insights and practical tips tailored for SMEs. For mid-sized business owners, selling a company […]

Cross-Border M&A: Opportunities and Challenges in a Global Environment
September 9, 2024

Cross-Border M&A: Opportunities and Challenges in a Global Environment

Cross-border M&A transactions offer enormous potential for companies looking to expand their international presence – but they also bring complex challenges. In our latest blog, Martin Sieg, M&A expert at WCL, highlights the key success factors such as cultural integration and regulatory requirements. A must-read for anyone interested in strategic growth and international synergies! Cross-border mergers and […]

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) in the Logistics Industry: A Crisis or an Opportunity?
June 10, 2024

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) in the Logistics Industry: A Crisis or an Opportunity?

Insights by Martin Sieg, Mergers & Acquisitions Expert at WCL The logistics industry is facing unprecedented challenges. Disrupted supply chains, rising costs, and geopolitical uncertainties have put many companies under pressure. Amid these uncertainties, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) play a crucial role, especially for medium-sized enterprises. But how severe is the situation really? The Current […]

June 1, 2023

WCL supports Scan Global Logistics and ETS deal

Scan Global Logistics (SGL), a global logistics company, has recently taken a significant step to further strengthen its position in Germany, Europe’s largest logistics market. The acquisition of ETS Transport & Logistics GmbH (ETS), a well-established ocean freight forwarder in Germany, expands SGL’s presence and commercial strength. The acquisition agreement was signed on 5 June […]

December 12, 2022

The earn-out agreement in M&A deals

Is it a curse or a blessing – and for whom?

The earn-out is increasingly used aspart of the closing deal in M&A transactions in the logistics industry – a blessing for sellers? After all, they retain an option right to future success factors.

December 20, 2019

The Local Hero Forwarder – a dying species?

Regional know-how and individual service as survival strategies
What benefits local freight forwarders need to take advantage of – and how they can survive.

The logistics market is increasingly determined by global logistics service providers, and the German industry giants have long since become international network forwarders as a result of acquisitions.