Top 10: Logistics Brands
Any companyâs supply chain management is reliant on an efficient logistics operation.
As businesses expand and attempt to gain an edge over their competitors, theyâre employing AI and other emerging tech in their logistics activities as a means to improve and streamline procedures.
This adaptation reduces overall costs and increases efficiency, as well as providing greater satisfaction for customers.
Here, Supply Chain Digital takes a look at the top 10 logistics brands, which have proven they have what it takes to stay on top.
10. Nippon Express
Revenue: US$17.3bn
CEO: Satoshi Horikiri
Employees: 78,000+
Founded: 1937
Nippon Express connects people, businesses and regions throughout the world through the transportation of goods. Its global network spans 56 countries, with more than 3,000 locations worldwide.
Nippon consistently adapts to meet the changing demands of the world, focussing on environmental issues and worker safety.
The company’s wider vision includes driving a sustainable society across the economy and environment. It aims to drive social development in order to have a positive impact on future generations.
9. C.H. Robinson
Revenue: US$17.7bn
CEO: Dave Bozeman
Employees: 14,000+
Founded:1905
C.H. Robinson has no fewer than 83,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers, and looks after around 37 million annual shipments.
With its transportation management system, customers stand to gain real-time global supply chain visibility and an ability to connect with their own network every step of the way.
C.H. Robinson offers tailored solutions aimed at elevating companiesâ global supply chain, saving costs, improving visibility, increasing efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction. The brand has a focus on growing a business at every level.
8. CEVA Logistics
Revenue: US$18.3bn
CEO: Mathieu Friedberg
Employees: 110,000+
Founded: 1946
CEVA Logistics has a presence in more than 170 countries and is made up of innovators, collaborators and problem-solvers.
The organisation seamlessly designs best-fit solutions for its customers, navigating every element of the supply chain, from warehouse support to air freight.
CEVA has 400 offices worldwide and 12 million square metres of warehouse space across 1,000 sites. It works across a range of sectors, from automotive and defence, to healthcare and beauty, seamlessly identifying growth opportunities for customers.
7. DSV
Revenue: US$26.2bn
CEO: ~160,000
Employees: Jens H. Lund
Founded: 1976
DSV operates across 90+ countries worldwide, running more than 3,000 offices and logistics facilities. It offers tailor-made transport and logistics plans, whether customers require a whole sea container or a local truck.
Now the worldâs biggest logistics firm following its recent acquisition of DB Schenker, DSV covers everything from air freight to last-mile delivery, ensuring every step of the supply chain is covered.
The global giant implements sustainable practices across all areas, offering decarbonisation services, engaging with local communities and partnering with UNICEF to deliver essential emergency supplies.
6. Kuehne + Nagel
Revenue: US$31.1bn
CEO: Stefan Paul
Employees: 81,000+
Founded: 1890
With almost 1,300 locations worldwide, Kuehne + Nagel connects 100 countries and helps more than 400,000 customers with their logistics operations.
One of its key offerings is 3D model simulations to optimise customers’ operational design.
K + N uses its One Global System web-based tool to provide real-time visibility and full supply chain control to its customers. With 24/7 engineering support, customers can be satisfied with the firm’s risk assessment expertise.
In the sustainability space, Kuehne + Nagel is transitioning to a zero-carbon business model, with commitment to the Science-Based Target initiative.
5. A.P. Moller - Maersk
Revenue: US$62bn
CEO: Robert Maersk Uggla
Employees: 110,000
Founded: 2013
Maersk operates across 130 countries and can offer more than 8.8 million square metres of warehousing capacity worldwide. It has 54 terminals across 29 countries and deploys more than 700 container vessels.
Maersk is bringing new levels of automation to its logistics, including the use of augmented reality to virtually tour vessels and warehouses, allowing efficient supply chain training.
The organisation is striving to achieve net zero by 2040 and continuously measures progress to ensure objectives are met.
4. FedEX
Revenue: US$87.69bn
CEO: Raj Subramaniam
Employees: 500,000+
Founded:1971
With more than 5,000 facilities worldwide, FedEx connects more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. It has an average daily shipment volume of more than 16 million items, offering simplified delivery experiences for customers with the Network 2.0 platform.
FedEx offers collaborative, tailored business solutions, from warehousing to shipment to last-mile delivery.
Crucially, FedEx helps create more efficient supply chains with sustainability initiatives such as carbon footprint tracking. It also supports sustainability-focused nonprofits and has its own global community engagement programme.
3. UPS
Revenue: US$91.1bn
CEO: Carol B. TomĂŠ
Employees: ~490,000
Founded: 1907
Delivering 22.4 million packages every single day, UPS works across more than 200 countries and territories. It has approximately 600 leased and owned facilities, occupying 47 million square feet of floor space.
UPS is responsible for a range of effective technology platforms that provide visibility to customers and put them in control of their supply chains.
For example, with the UPS Forwarding Hub, customers can compare quotes and book and track shipments, providing full supply chain visibility.
2. DHL
Revenue: US$98.8bn
CEO: Tobias Meyer
Employees: 580,000+
Founded: 1969
DHL Supply Chain operates out of more than 50 countries, with approximately 17 million square metres of storage space across 1,600 warehouses globally.
DHL has adapted to e-commerce requirements, meeting demands by introducing mechanised automation and collaborative robots.
By automating repetitive administration and labour intensive tasks, DHL is creating a safer, less tiring and more efficient work environment. From assisted picking robots to wearable devices, automated technologies are improving warehouse management.
DHL offers supply chain solutions across every step of the supply chain, with knowledge hubs in warehousing, transport, real estate and sustainability. Its expertise spans every industry, including retail, healthcare, technology and manufacturing.
Overall, DHL offers resilient, sustainable and consistent solutions to ensure efficiency and opportunities for growth.
1. Amazon
Revenue: US$637.9bn
CEO: Andy Jassy
Employees: 1,500,000+
Founded: 1994
Amazon offers end-to-end supply chain management with Supply Chain by Amazon, as well as services like Amazon Global Logistics, Amazon Warehousing and Distribution and Multi-Channel Fulfillment. With Amazonâs range of services, customers can be supported every step of the way in their buying and selling.
Amazon has more than 310 million active global users, drawn to the platform by Amazonâs next-day delivery service, Prime. To support this, it has a total of 175 fulfilment centres around the world.
Constant technological and logistical innovation ensures Amazon remains a leading brand. Today, the organisation is maximising last-mile efficiency with Amazon Prime Air, offering same-day delivery straight to doorsteps using drones.
Whatâs more, with Supply Chain by Amazon, a fully-automated set of supply chain services, companies big and small stand to benefit from its expertise.
