What Rhenus Logistics does

Rhenus Logistics is a German-headquartered global logistics provider operating across more than 70 countries with approximately 39,000 employees and over 1,300 locations worldwide. The company, structured as Rhenus SE & Co. KG, was founded in 1900 and offers an integrated portfolio spanning multimodal freight transport (ocean, air, road, rail, and inland waterway), warehousing and value-added services, port and terminal logistics, customs brokerage, project logistics, and fourth-party logistics (4PL) supply chain orchestration. Its underlying technology stack includes Warehouse Management Systems, an AutoStore automated storage and retrieval installation in Poland, a Testo Saveris pharmaceutical temperature-monitoring system with over 250 measuring points, a Track & Trace customer/supplier portal, and a Control Tower for 4PL visibility.

The company serves enterprise customers across six primary verticals: Automotive, Chemicals, Lifesciences & Healthcare, Fashion & Lifestyle, Consumer & FMCG, and Hightech. It generates revenue through transaction-fee-based freight movements (ocean, air, road, rail, barge, project cargo) and managed-services contracts for warehousing, port logistics, and 4PL engagements. Pricing is quote-based and tailored to each engagement, with no public pricing disclosed. Distribution is via direct enterprise sales through its global office network, supplemented by strategic channel partnerships (e.g., DX Group for last-mile in UK/Ireland, COSCO SHIPPING for specialized carriers) and direct digital engagement through its Track & Trace portal.

Rhenus holds a No. 1 position in Far East inbound ocean shipments to Argentina, Colombia, and Paraguay and ranks among the Top 3 in the broader Asia-Latin America trade corridor, handling over 170,000 TEUs in full-container-load shipments during 2024-2025. The company has been actively expanding through acquisitions — notably Blu Logistics (Mexico, September 2023) and LBH Group (Caribbean port operations, April 2026) — and has launched the Rhenus Beyond Borders Initiative (February 2025) to streamline North American trade flows. Recent strategic moves also include new offices in Tbilisi along the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor, terminal modernization in Andijon (Uzbekistan), and a new road-freight transshipment center in Dortmund.

Name

Rhenus Logistics

Legal name

Rhenus SE & Co. KG

Website

https://rhenus.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1900

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Rhenus Logistics is a German global logistics provider operating in 70+ countries with 39,000+ employees, delivering multimodal freight transport, warehousing, port logistics, and 4PL supply chain solutions to enterprise customers across automotive, chemicals, healthcare, fashion, consumer goods, and high-tech industries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Warehousing and Storage (493), Support Activities for Transportation (488), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance (48412)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Public Warehousing & Storage (4220), Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

E-commerce Fulfillment & Omnichannel Logistics (Pick/Pack/Returns) (TLAIAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) & FMCG (TLAIALAH), Industrial Manufacturing & Heavy Industry (TLAIALAK), Returns Management & Reverse Logistics (CRAFAMAE), Cross-Border Returns & Reverse Logistics (International) (TLAAANAH)

Keywords

• Global logistics services
• Multimodal freight transport
• Contract logistics warehousing
• Supply chain management
• Port and terminal logistics

Headquarters

HQ city

Manchester

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Ocean Freight: Worldwide sea transport services including LCL (Less than Container Load) and FCL (Full Container Load) for time-flexible cargo. Services include short-sea shipping and offshore project transport.
2. Air Freight: Fast and reliable air cargo transport with services from on-board courier to charter solutions for special transport requirements.
3. Road Freight: Global road transport solutions for hazardous goods, temperature-sensitive cargo, and varying transport volumes through less-than-truckload (LTL) and full-truckload (FTL) services.
4. Rail Freight: Rail transport services as part of multimodal logistics solutions.
5. Inland Waterway Transport: Barge transport services for cargo movement along European waterways including Danube corridor.
6. Warehousing & Storage: Over 180 warehouse locations with storage services and value-added services including packaging, labeling, returns management, and recycling.
7. Port Logistics: European port network with direct connections to central ports, sea and inland port terminals for efficient cargo handling.
8. 4PL Logistics: Fourth-party logistics services providing end-to-end supply chain management from tendering to invoice verification with full transparency.
9. Customs Services: Customs brokerage services for international trade compliance.
10. Project Logistics: Specialized logistics for large industrial projects including multimodal transport from Austria to USA.
11. Specialized Cargo Handling: Handling of dangerous goods, hazardous materials, bulk goods, value materials, construction materials, and high-tech equipment with specialized equipment and vehicles.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Rhenus Logistics is a German-headquartered global logistics provider that delivers multimodal transport (ocean, air, road, rail, inland waterway, intermodal), contract warehousing at 180+ locations, port and terminal handling, customs brokerage, project logistics, and end-to-end 4PL supply chain management. It serves enterprise customers across automotive, chemicals, healthcare/lifesciences, fashion, consumer goods, and high-tech industries with 39,000+ employees operating in 70+ countries.

Product overview

Rhenus Logistics is a global logistics provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of transport, warehousing, port logistics, and digital solutions. The company operates over 180 warehouse locations across 70+ countries with 39,000 employees. Its transport services span air freight, sea freight (LCL/FCL), road transport (LTL/FTL), rail transport, inland waterway transport, and intermodal solutions. Specialized services include project logistics, 2-man handling, and industry-specific solutions for Automotive, Chemicals, Consumer & FMCG, Fashion & Lifestyle, High-Tech, and Lifesciences & Healthcare sectors. Digital offerings include 4PL logistics, document solutions, customs services, and Track & Trace capabilities. Recent technology investments include AutoStore automated storage systems in Poland and strategic partnerships like COSCO SHIPPING Specialized Carriers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sea Freight (Seefracht)

Quantifiable outcome

• 170,000+ TEUs handled on Asia-LATAM corridor
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• COSCO SHIPPING Specialized Carriers Co., LtdmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 June 2026Strategic partnership for project cargo handling with signing ceremony in Cuxhaven, Germany. The partnership focuses on specialized carrier services for oversized and heavy cargo shipments, combining COSCO's vessel capabilities with Rhenus' European logistics network for seamless project logistics operations.
• LBH GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 April 2026Acquisition completed to accelerate global maritime growth. LBH Group's port operations in Curaçao and Caribbean enhance Rhenus' global maritime network, strengthening capabilities in port logistics and maritime services across new geographies.
• DX GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 2026Strategic partnership for home delivery services in UK and Ireland. The partnership was announced following DX Group's acquisition of HBC Logistics in January 2026. Rhenus provides logistics expertise while DX offers parcel delivery capabilities, combining strengths for comprehensive logistics solutions in the British and Irish markets.
• Testo SaveriscoreTechnology or Integration · 27 November 2025Expanded partnership for pharmaceutical storage monitoring capabilities with over 250 measuring points. Testo provides temperature monitoring systems and tailored data analysis services to meet healthcare client requirements. The partnership ensures reliability and quality of pharmaceutical product storage throughout Rhenus logistics operations.
• Rhenus Beyond Borders Initiative PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2025Initiative launched in February 2025 to simplify North American trade flows. The initiative involves integrated logistics solutions across the North American region, streamlining customs processes and cross-border logistics for improved trade efficiency.
• Blu LogisticsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2023Acquisition completed in September 2023 to strengthen position in Mexican market, building on earlier Mexico branch opening in 2020. The acquisition expanded Rhenus' presence to eight countries in Latin America and contributed to approximately 20% volume growth on EU-Mexico routes.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• DSV A/S: DSV is a Danish global transport and logistics company offering air, sea, road, and contract logistics services. It is a direct peer to Rhenus with a comparable multimodal portfolio and a track record of large-scale M&A-driven expansion.
• CEVA Logistics: CEVA Logistics, owned by CMA CGM, provides end-to-end supply chain solutions across freight management, contract logistics, and ground transportation. It competes directly with Rhenus in 3PL/4PL and industry-specific verticals such as automotive and consumer goods.
• DB Schenker: DB Schenker is a German-headquartered global logistics provider offering land, air, and ocean freight plus contract logistics. It is a direct competitor to Rhenus with overlapping multimodal and warehousing capabilities, especially across Europe.
• Hellmann Worldwide Logistics: Hellmann is a German-headquartered global logistics company offering air, sea, road, and contract logistics. It is closely comparable to Rhenus as a mid-large privately held German forwarder with similar multimodal and warehousing focus.
• Kuehne+Nagel: Kuehne+Nagel is one of the world's largest freight forwarders with strong ocean, air, road, and contract logistics operations. It directly competes with Rhenus across multimodal forwarding, industry-specific contract logistics, and integrated 4PL services.
• Expeditors International: Expeditors International is a US-based global freight forwarder specializing in air and ocean freight plus customs brokerage. It is comparable to Rhenus's forwarding business, particularly on the ocean and air freight side.

Broad incumbents

• DHL Global Forwarding: DHL Global Forwarding is the air and ocean freight division of Deutsche Post DHL, the world's largest logistics company. It is directly comparable to Rhenus across multimodal freight forwarding, customs, and supply chain management, with a broader global scale.
• GXO Logistics: GXO Logistics is a pure-play contract logistics and warehousing provider serving many of the same enterprise verticals as Rhenus (consumer goods, healthcare, automotive). It is a partial competitor focused on warehousing rather than full multimodal freight.
• XPO Logistics: XPO Logistics is a major North American and European provider of less-than-truckload, truck brokerage, and contract logistics services. It overlaps with Rhenus's road freight and contract logistics offerings, particularly in Europe.
• Sinotrans: Sinotrans is China's largest logistics company, offering freight forwarding, contract logistics, and e-commerce logistics. It is a broad incumbent comparable to Rhenus on the Asia-LATAM and Asia-Europe trade corridors where Rhenus holds leading positions.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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