AD Ports acquires MBS Logistics in €150M deal
According to www.seatrade-maritime.com, AD Ports has completed the acquisition of MBS Logistics, a move that expands its footprint across Europe. The transaction, finalized on May 26, 2026, was valued at €150 million, marking a strategic push into key European logistics markets.
Expansion into major European logistics hubs
The acquisition includes MBS Logistics’ operations in Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium, three of the EU’s most critical transport and distribution centers. MBS Logistics operates 12 warehousing facilities across these countries, with a combined storage capacity of over 1.2 million square meters. AD Ports now controls a network of 21 logistics nodes in Europe, up from nine prior to the acquisition.
Enhanced multimodal transport capabilities
According to the report, MBS Logistics manages over 3,500 truck movements daily and handles more than 1.8 million tons of freight annually through rail and road networks. The integration of MBS’s multimodal logistics platform is expected to improve AD Ports’ ability to offer end-to-end supply chain solutions across the continent. The company also operates direct rail links to the Port of Rotterdam and the Port of Antwerp, two of Europe’s largest container hubs.
Leadership and integration strategy
AD Ports has appointed Markus Weber, former CEO of MBS Logistics, as the new head of its European logistics division. Weber brings over 18 years of experience in European freight logistics and has led MBS through a period of 22% annual growth since 2020. The integration process is scheduled to be completed by Q2 2027.
“This acquisition strengthens our presence in Europe and enables us to deliver faster, more reliable services to our clients across the region.” — Markus Weber, CEO, MBS Logistics (post-acquisition role)
Strategic context and market positioning
AD Ports’ move follows a broader trend among Middle Eastern port operators to expand into European logistics. In 2024, DP World acquired a 25% stake in the Port of Hamburg’s logistics arm, while the Abu Dhabi Ports Group invested €90 million in a new logistics hub in Poland. AD Ports now ranks among the top 10 global logistics operators in Europe by asset value, with total European assets exceeding $3.2 billion.
Operational impact and future outlook
According to the source, the acquisition allows AD Ports to serve more than 4,500 clients across 37 European countries. The company expects the integration to boost its annual European revenue by 19% by 2028. MBS Logistics’ existing digital logistics platform, which includes real-time tracking for 98% of shipments, will be integrated into AD Ports’ AI-driven supply chain management system.
Source: Seatrade Maritime
Compiled from international media by the SCI.AI editorial team.
