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 acquires Hamburg-based NAVIS AG. The transaction highlights the growing consolidation among international freight forwarding and logistics companies.
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?
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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.
Copying solutions while keeping an eye on your own lead
The new digital high-flyers Flexport & Co. continue to penetrate the logistics market with billions of capital.
