The recognition marks the second consecutive year that the Where Next series has been honoured at the Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards, following the success of the first season in 2025. Together, these awards highlight the growing impact of Where Next as a platform for thought-provoking storytelling on the challenges and opportunities shaping business, society and global supply chains.

Building on the first season's exploration of the semiconductor industry, Where Next Season 2 examines how businesses and societies can respond to challenges such as climate change, economic volatility and technological transformation. Through conversations with experts, innovators and thought leaders, the series explores some of the defining issues of our time and the opportunities emerging alongside them.

At the 2026 Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards, Where Next Season 2 received five Dolphins. The series was awarded Gold Dolphins in Current Affairs, Branded Documentaries, and Business, Economy and Finance, while Silver Dolphins recognised its achievements in Web Documentaries and Films for Screening at Fairs, Shows, Events and Conferences.

The Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards recognise excellence in corporate films, documentaries and digital content, attracting entries from organisations around the world.

Interested in exploring the conversations behind the award-winning series? Watch both seasons of Where Next on YouTube.

About Where Next
Where Next is Kuehne+Nagel's documentary series exploring the ideas, innovations and collaborations shaping the future of business, society and global supply chains. Through conversations with experts, innovators and industry leaders, the series examines some of the defining challenges and opportunities of our time and the role resilience can play in addressing them.

The first season, released in 2025, explored the semiconductor industry and its critical role in the global economy. The second season, Crisis, Hope and Opportunity, expands the conversation to examine how businesses and societies can navigate climate change, economic uncertainty and technological change while building more resilient futures.

Kuehne+Nagel and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), a global leader in new energy technologies, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic collaboration in battery logistics, transport electrification and emissions reduction initiatives.

The partnership will initially focus on practical initiatives including the electrification of CATL transport flows in Europe and a battery-swapping pilot (provided by Qiji) for heavy-duty trucks, which is set to launch in China this year. Additional areas of collaboration include battery recycling and aftersales support, as well as energy storage and charging solutions for logistics sites. Together, these activities support both companies’ Scope 3 emissions reduction ambitions across their logistics and transportation value chains.

“As global leaders in our respective industries, CATL and Kuehne+Nagel share a commitment to accelerating the energy transition and achieving a net-zero emissions future," said Akin Li, Executive President of CATL Overseas Business. "Our elevated partnership will not only contribute to both parties’ sustainability targets, but also help advance a greener future.”

“Battery-electric vehicles are essential to decarbonising road freight,” said Søren Schmidt, Executive Vice President Road Logistics at Kuehne+Nagel. “Accelerating the transition requires solutions that are both high-performing and operationally viable. By combining CATL's battery expertise with our logistics capabilities, we can advance initiatives that help reduce our own emissions and those of our customers.”

The partnership comes at a time of rapidly growing demand for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions. In 2024, demand for electric truck batteries increased by more than 75%, while battery manufacturing capacity continues to expand through a growing network of gigafactories worldwide.

“We are excited to enter this long-term collaboration with Amazon, with a shared focus on scale, innovation and customer value. Kuehne+Nagel’s global network, digital capabilities and supply chain expertise are well positioned to support Amazon’s evolving business needs, enabling us to accelerate future growth opportunities and create lasting value for our customers. We are setting the foundation for a new level of customer service commitment at a global scale for Amazon,” said Stefan Paul, CEO of Kuehne+Nagel International AG.

The collaboration includes Amazon Web Services (AWS), encompassing the infrastructure lifecycle from construction and equipment deployment to ongoing maintenance, upgrades and expansion projects. By building on its relationship with Amazon and AWS, Kuehne+Nagel will strengthen supply chain resilience, scalability and operational efficiency, supporting the continued growth of cloud infrastructure globally.

The collaboration is supported by a call option on existing Kuehne+Nagel shares that settles in cash or, at Amazon’s election, in shares, with vesting based on commercial milestones and services over a period of up to seven years. Kuehne+Nagel has arranged for a third-party financial institution to engage in hedging transactions in Kuehne+Nagel shares to support this arrangement.

Kuehne+Nagel has opened a 3,505 sqm healthcare logistics centre at Frankfurt Airport, expanding specialised capacity for the handling of temperature-sensitive pharma and healthcare products. The new facility helps manufacturers move critical products through one of Europe's leading air cargo hubs and supports growing demand for reliable healthcare supply chains worldwide.

The investment builds on a series of recent healthcare logistics developments in Frankfurt. Earlier this year, Frankfurt was added to Inspire, Kuehne+Nagel’s Boeing 747-8F freighter network, and the Frankfurt-Atlanta Cool Corridor for temperature-sensitive healthcare shipments was launched. These developments reinforce Frankfurt's role as a key healthcare logistics gateway and enhance Kuehne+Nagel's ability to connect pharmaceutical manufacturers with global markets.

“Frankfurt is an important gateway for healthcare logistics. With this investment, we are expanding the specialised infrastructure needed to support the growing movement of temperature-sensitive medicines worldwide. Together with our recent healthcare developments in Frankfurt, the new centre provides customers with greater reliability, connectivity, and control across global supply chains,” says Martin Schaefer, SVP Air Logistics Germany at Kuehne+Nagel.

Strategically located in Frankfurt Airport’s Cargo City South within a Kuehne+Nagel owned 13,000 sqm complex, the HealthChain-certified facility offers direct tarmac access and rapid connections to cargo handling areas, helping reduce transit times and product exposure during transfers. The dedicated GDP-compliant environment offers approximately 2,500 sqm of controlled room temperature storage (+15°C to +25°C), more than 500 sqm of cold chain storage (+2°C to +8°C), and ultra-low temperature freezers capable of storing products at -70°C. The centre also includes temperature-controlled staging areas and specialised pharmaceutical truck handling facilities.

As part of Kuehne+Nagel’s global network of more than 270 HealthChain-certified locations, the centre provides healthcare customers with consistent quality standards and specialised handling capabilities across key trade lanes.

“With the passing of Klaus-Michael, we have lost a visionary, a great entrepreneur and an extraordinary personality. Our thoughts are with his widow Christine Kühne. The Board of Directors and the entire company will honour Klaus-Michael Kühne’s memory with the utmost respect and gratitude,” said Dr. Joerg Wolle, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kuehne+Nagel International AG.

Klaus-Michael Kühne joined the family business Kuehne+Nagel in 1958 and became Chairman of the Management Board of Kuehne+Nagel Speditions-Aktiengesellschaft in 1966. From 1975, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Kuehne+Nagel International AG and from 1992 to 2011 as Chairman of its Board of Directors. Since 2011, he held the position of Honorary Chairman of the Board of Directors. Throughout his distinguished career, he played a pioneering role in shaping global trade and made a lasting contribution to modern logistics and the development of today’s global supply chains.

“The news of Klaus-Michael Kühne’s passing has deeply saddened us all. Klaus-Michael Kühne embodied logistics and global trade like no other. On behalf of the Management Board and the employees of Kuehne+Nagel, we extend our deepest sympathies to his family,” said Stefan Paul, CEO of Kuehne+Nagel International AG.

Kuehne+Nagel has invested in a new Container Freight Station (CFS) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Scheduled for completion in June 2027, the facility will provide more than 20,000 sqm of warehouse space, helping customers manage growing trade volumes and move goods more efficiently within Cambodia and across the region.

Cambodia continues to strengthen its trade infrastructure, with Phnom Penh Autonomous Port handling around 600,000 TEUs and Sihanoukville Autonomous Port approximately 1.3 million TEUs in 2025. Complementing this growth, the new CFS is strategically located near key transport gateways, including both ports, Phnom Penh International Airport and cross-border road links to Thailand and Vietnam, facilitating cargo movements across the country and supporting regional logistics operations.

David Roussiere, Managing Director, Thailand, Cambodia and Myanmar, Kuehne+Nagel, said: “This investment will more than triple our CFS capacity in Cambodia and strengthen our logistics capabilities in the country. With direct access to key transportation gateways and regional trade corridors, the facility will support customers in the consumer good industry as they navigate evolving supply chains and growing trade opportunities across the region.”

Designed for cargo consolidation and handling operations, the new CFS will feature a raised-floor warehouse equipped with loading doors and dock levellers. It will offer a floor loading capacity of five tonnes per square metre and is expected to be certified to ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.

The facility will also incorporate sustainability features including solar panels, skylight roofing, LED lighting, battery-operated forklifts, water infiltration systems and rainwater management infrastructure.

The investment reflects Kuehne+Nagel’s continued focus on strengthening its logistics infrastructure in high-growth markets and supporting the expansion of regional and international trade.

As global trade evolves, the company's focus is on delivering operational excellence, customer-centric solutions, and sustainable growth, helping businesses seize opportunities in a more connected world.

The annual recognition is based on direct employee feedback and highlights organisations that create consistently positive workplace experiences. It reflects Kuehne+Nagel Hong Kong's ongoing efforts to build an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.

This achievement reinforces Kuehne+Nagel's commitment to putting people at the centre of its business and creating workplaces where employees can thrive.

"This recognition belongs to our colleagues, whose passion, teamwork and commitment make Kuehne+Nagel a great place to work," said Stella Wang, Vice President, Human Resources at Kuehne+Nagel Greater China. "We are proud of the culture we have built together in Hong Kong and remain committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential."

At Kuehne+Nagel, we are committed to fostering a strong and inclusive workplace culture that supports long-term success. The company continues to invest in employee development, wellbeing and engagement, creating opportunities for colleagues to grow their careers while making meaningful contributions to customers and communities.

Kuehne+Nagel has expanded its Cool Corridor network for temperature-sensitive healthcare logistics, adding four new routes between Frankfurt and Atlanta, Chicago and Narita, Brussels and São Paulo, and Chicago and São Paulo. The expansion increases the global reach of its network to 12 airfreight lanes connecting major healthcare and pharmaceutical hubs across Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The Frankfurt to Atlanta route strengthens the network with dedicated weekly capacity on Kuehne+Nagel's own Boeing 747-8 freighter, Inspire.

Designed for vaccines, peptides, biologics and other temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, Cool Corridors are dedicated transport routes that combine GDP-compliant handling with tightly controlled transfer processes to minimise Time Out of Range (ToR) throughout the shipment journey.

Traditional cold chain shipments often depend on active containers with built-in cooling systems to manage the risk of temperature excursions. Cool Corridors take a different approach by establishing GDP-compliant, temperature-controlled airfreight lanes where Kuehne+Nagel, airlines, and ground handlers follow strict protocols and handling procedures to keep healthcare shipments within defined temperature ranges.

“Healthcare customers are looking for ways to maintain product quality while improving efficiency and sustainability across their supply chains. Cool Corridors provide greater control across the shipment journey, helping protect temperature-sensitive products. With more confidence in shipment conditions, customers can use lighter passive packaging, creating opportunities to reduce logistics costs and transport emissions without compromising product integrity,” says Dorothee Becher, VP Global Air Logistics Healthcare at Kuehne+Nagel.

This development reflects Kuehne+Nagel’s strategic focus on strengthening healthcare logistics. Through close collaboration with leading airlines and ground handling partners, the company continues to expand its Cool Corridor network in response to customer demand while providing reliable, GDP-compliant end-to-end transportation.

The Kuehne+Nagel Group delivered strong business performance in the second quarter of 2026. Net turnover increased by 8% year-over-year to CHF 6.6 billion (11% in constant currencies). EBIT rose by 11% to CHF 381 million (17% in constant currencies), while earnings increased by 10% to CHF 276 million (15% in constant currencies). The Group’s conversion rate stood at 17%.

Stefan Paul, CEO of Kuehne+Nagel International AG:

“The Kuehne+Nagel Group gained significant momentum in the second quarter of 2026, once again demonstrating its ability to position itself successfully in the market. Air Logistics delivered an excellent quarter, increasing profit by 35%. At the same time, we are accelerating the deployment of artificial intelligence across the organisation. From optimising operational processes to integrating AI agents, we are creating the foundation for measurable efficiency gains and the continuous enhancement of service quality.”

Based on the results of the first half of 2026, Kuehne+Nagel now expects recurring EBIT for the full year in the range of CHF 1.35 to 1.55 billion.
 

Sea Logistics

Net turnover in the business unit Sea Logistics amounted to CHF 2.2 billion in the second quarter of 2026, with EBIT reaching CHF 140 million. The conversion rate stood at 29%, representing a sequential improvement of four percentage points compared with the first quarter of 2026. Over the first half of 2026, container volumes totalled 2.1 million TEU.

The second quarter of 2026 was characterised by continued efficiency gains across the network and market share growth on the trade from Asia to Europe and to North America. Export business from Europe remained subdued due to weak economic conditions. Through disciplined cost management, Kuehne+Nagel partially offset this decline by reducing production costs.

Air Logistics

Net turnover in the business unit Air Logistics increased by 20% year-over-year to CHF 2.2 billion in the second quarter of 2026, while EBIT rose by 35% to CHF 154 million. The conversion rate stood at 31%. Air freight volumes amounted to 1.1 million tonnes in the first half of 2026.

Performance was primarily driven by improvements in customer portfolio mix and market share gains, particularly in the tech sector. At the same time, Kuehne+Nagel further strengthened its position in end-to-end logistics solutions, for example through the transportation of cloud infrastructure equipment for Google from Asia to the United States.

Road Logistics

Net turnover in the business unit Road Logistics increased by 14% to CHF 1.0 billion in the second quarter of 2026, while EBIT rose by 29% to CHF 36 million. The business unit gained market share across all regions. In particular, customs brokerage services made a positive contribution to the business.

On May 1, 2026, Søren Schmidt, a recognised industry leader, took up responsibility for Kuehne+Nagel’s global Road Logistics business.

Contract Logistics

Net turnover in the business unit Contract Logistics increased by 2% to CHF 1.2 billion in the second quarter of 2026, while EBIT rose by 21% to CHF 51 million.

In the first half of 2026, Kuehne+Nagel Contract Logistics secured significant business from customers in the tech sector. In total, new warehouse space dedicated to cloud providers will exceed 300,000 sqm.

Dr. Joerg Wolle, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kuehne+Nagel International AG:

“In the first half of 2026, Kuehne+Nagel successfully capitalised on its strategic strengths in an environment marked by significant changes and uncertainty in global trade. Through the consistent execution of our efficiency programme and strong operational performance, the Group further enhanced its capabilities and attractiveness to customers. With the opening of a new IT centre in India, we are making targeted investments in efficiency as well as in our innovation and technology capabilities.

In light of the positive business development and our further strengthened market position, we are raising our earnings guidance for the full year 2026.”

Within this environment, medication handling remains a critical and highly regulated function. Medications must be prepared accurately and safely, with full compliance to labelling, traceability and expiry requirements. At the same time, operational steps such as sorting bulk medication, repacking into single-use formats, labelling, barcoding and quality checks are labour-intensive, placing pressure on space, manpower and time within healthcare institutions.

Through ongoing engagement with healthcare partners, it became clear that these operational demands were increasingly difficult to manage within healthcare institutions, particularly as patient volumes continued to rise and workforce pressures persisted.

Supporting medication workflows beyond hospital settings
As healthcare providers looked for ways to manage these operational demands while maintaining the required quality, safety and regulatory standards, there was a need for additional capacity to support medication preparation.

To address this need, Kuehne+Nagel expanded its existing healthcare logistics operations in Singapore to support medication repackaging and labelling activities within a controlled environment outside healthcare institutions. The solution builds on healthcare logistics operations that have supported medication workflows in Singapore for many years, as well as established healthcare and pharmaceutical operations supported by GMP-compliant facilities, specialised infrastructure and trained personnel, including qualified pharmacists and dedicated quality teams.

All repackaging and labelling activities are carried out in licensed, clean and controlled premises under pharmacist supervision. Processes are governed by robust quality systems that support accurate labelling, expiry management and full traceability, helping to maintain patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Reducing operational burden to protect clinical time
Today, these healthcare logistics operations are conducted at scale, with more than 20 dedicated production stations supporting medication packaging activities across both ambient (15°C to 25°C) and cold chain (2°C to 8°C) conditions. This dedicated capacity helps reduce the operational burden on healthcare facilities, where such activities are typically carried out by small pharmacy teams alongside their clinical responsibilities.

Preparing medications in unit dose repackaging formats can support a range of care delivery models. While the current focus is on supporting hospital operations, the approach may also offer opportunities to support community-based and home-centred care models in the future, where appropriate and subject to relevant requirements and quality controls.

For healthcare providers, the impact is practical. Medication packaging outside of their healthcare institutions reduce pressure on limited onsite space, provides access to compliant infrastructure with built-in resilience, and allows capacity to be adjusted in line with changing demand without significant additional investment. Most importantly, it helps protect the time of pharmacists, nurses and clinicians, allowing them to focus on patient care and clinical responsibilities.

A support role within a changing healthcare landscape
As Singapore continues to strengthen preventive care and support healthier ageing, reducing operational burden plays an important role in sustaining the healthcare system. By combining healthcare logistics expertise, GMP-compliant operations and dedicated quality oversight, Kuehne+Nagel supports safe and reliable medication workflows that help healthcare institutions manage growing demand while allowing pharmacists, nurses and clinicians to focus on patient care.

Kuehne+Nagel is advancing its digital capabilities in Contract Logistics through the evolution of KN SwiftLOG, its warehouse management system, into a cloud-native platform with agentic AI capabilities. 

Spanning more than 1,000 sites in close to 100 countries, the deployment represents one of the most extensive transformations of warehouse operations in the logistics industry. 

To support this transformation, the platform is built on Blue Yonder’s Warehouse Management Solution, part of the company’s Cognitive Solutions. This brings KN SwiftLOG into a unified, cloud-based environment while continuing as Kuehne+Nagel’s established warehouse management system. 

The global roll-out began in April 2026 and is being implemented in phases to ensure continuity of service. As deployment progresses, it enables scaling across operations and helps manage increasing supply chain complexity and evolving customer requirements. 

“Evolving KN SwiftLOG into a cloud-native platform allows us to connect operations, data, and workflows more effectively across locations. As supply chains become more complex, improving efficiency remains a key driver for adopting cloud-based solutions. This shift supports consistent execution at scale and helps us respond more quickly to customer requirements, while maintaining reliable service delivery,” says Eduardo Razuck, Executive Vice President, Contract Logistics, Kuehne+Nagel. 

The platform lays the foundation for more efficient and coordinated operations across the network, connecting warehouse activities with data-driven insights and intelligent automation. This enables more accurate planning, clearer visibility, and faster responses to disruptions.  

For customers, this translates to consistent execution across locations while maintaining the stable operations they experience today. Moving to a single cloud-based platform supports more standardised processes across sites, helping to align operations for customers served in multiple countries. The first customer deployment is planned to go live in Asia in July 2026. 

“Together, Kuehne+Nagel and its customers will benefit from AI-enabled execution and next-generation operating practices that increase productivity, speed and agility,” said Duncan Angove, CEO of Blue Yonder. "The future of supply chain belongs to those who can standardise globally, decide faster, and adapt at the speed of disruption.” 

Kuehne+Nagel and Mondadori Group inaugurated a new 40,000 sqm fulfilment centre in San Giorgio Bigarello, in the province of Mantova. The facility is Italy’s largest logistics hub dedicated to educational publishing, supporting the efficient distribution of learning materials to schools, educators and students across the country.

Developed and operated by Kuehne+Nagel, the new fulfilment centre brings together activities previously managed across three locations. The hub also serves Mondadori Group’s educational and retail publishing business, including bookstores, e-commerce and direct-to-consumer channels. It reflects the growing importance of all-in-one logistics solutions to support the evolution of the publishing market.

By centralising operations, increasing inventory visibility and omnichannel capabilities, the new facility helps Mondadori Group respond more efficiently to changing customer expectations while ensuring reliable distribution of educational materials across Italy. The highly seasonal nature of educational publishing demands precise planning and execution to ensure learning materials reach schools when they are needed.

"This new fulfilment centre is the result of a long-standing collaboration with Mondadori Group and our shared commitment to innovation and the strategic role of logistics," said Eduardo Razuck, Executive Vice President Contract Logistics at Kuehne+Nagel. "By combining logistics expertise, technology and operational excellence, we have created a scalable platform that supports Mondadori’s continued growth. Beyond strengthening the regional economy and creating employment opportunities for young people, we contribute to the future of learning for the next generations."

"Having a single highly specialised facility allows us to coordinate educational and retail publishing activities more effectively, strengthen the integration between physical and digital channels, and improve service quality throughout the entire supply chain. For educational publishing, this means being able to rely on a timely and dependable distribution network capable of meeting the needs of schools, teachers, students and families across Italy," commented Antonio Porro, Chief Executive Officer of Mondadori Group.

The facility became fully operational in June 2026, following a phased transition, ensuring uninterrupted service throughout the implementation process. Innovation and sustainability were central to its design. The LEED Gold-certified site incorporates renewable energy solutions, energy-efficient lighting, CO₂ emissions monitoring systems and sustainable packaging measures, supporting both operational and environmental excellence.

The hub also leverages Kuehne+Nagel’s expertise in managing complex distribution networks and its ongoing investments in technology, automation and innovation.

In the ordinary course of financing, Kuehne+Nagel International AG today issued two bonds.

The proceeds of both bonds will be used for financing or refinancing of existing indebtedness and general corporate purposes, including the repayment of credit facilities.

The first bond has a fixed coupon of 0.819% and a tenor of three years four months, maturing on November 2, 2029.

The second bond has a fixed coupon of 1.090% and a tenor of six years four months, maturing on November 2, 2032.

Admission to the first cohort was limited to 36 participants, highlighting the company’s strong governance framework and its positioning within a highly demanding regulatory landscape. CONFIA establishes a structured approach centred on risk oversight, disclosure practices and continuous engagement with authorities.

Through this participation, the local organisation is engaging in a joint agenda that includes dialogue on Brazil’s upcoming fiscal changes, a wide-ranging transformation expected to influence corporate operations across the country over the next decade.

Adriana Martins, National Manager Brazil at Kuehne+Nagel commented: “Being selected for the CONFIA is a strong recognition of our commitment to compliance, transparency and governance. It also reinforces our role as a trusted partner in Brazil.”

Kuehne+Nagel is collaborating with Google to support the reduction of air freight emissions through the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for Google Cloud’s shipments in 2026. This reinforces both companies’ commitment to advancing sustainable logistics.

The agreement, totaling up to 5.2 million litres of SAF, covers a key set of Google Cloud’s infrastructure shipments, representing a reduction of up to 12,600 tonnes of CO₂e emissions. The agreement serves as a pilot for future collaboration.

SAF is produced from renewable resources that are considered waste, residues or by-products, such as used cooking oil and tallow, and can reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions from air transportation by around 80% compared to fossil-based jet fuel. SAF is a key lever for the aviation sector to reduce emissions.

Kuehne+Nagel offers its customers the opportunity to lower their scope 3 emissions through its SAF certification programme. The programme meets strict sustainability requirements while simplifying the process for customers worldwide and contributes to the accelerated scaling of global demand for SAF.

By investing together in sustainability, Google Cloud and Kuehne+Nagel reinforce a long-term dedication to increasing demand for SAF and supporting the transition toward lower-emission air freight operations.

“This agreement builds on Google Cloud's ongoing work to reduce emissions across our logistics value chain and supports our broader sustainability goals. By collaborating with Kuehne+Nagel, we can help advance the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel and support the transition toward lower-emission air freight operations,” says Brian Stewart, Senior Director, Logistics, Google Cloud.

“As leaders in our respective industries, it is important to set a precedent by jointly driving sustainability. It demonstrates the importance of sustainability as a core business priority and as a foundation for strong partnerships. We are proud that Google Cloud has selected Kuehne+Nagel to support the decarbonisation of its supply chains and to jointly advance practical, scalable sustainability initiatives,” says Fabiano Piccinno, Global Head of Sustainability Air Logistics at Kuehne+Nagel.

The award was presented at xFusion’s annual supplier conference in Zhengzhou, where Kuehne+Nagel was recognised for its strong execution and reliable logistics performance.

This recognition also underscores Kuehne+Nagel’s focus on customer-centricity and operational excellence in supporting xFusion’s fast-growing AI infrastructure sector on a global scale.

Building on this strong foundation, both companies are exploring opportunities to further strengthen their strategic partnership, expanding from air and sea logistics services to more integrated supply chain collaboration.

“This award is a strong testament to the trust our customers place in us,” said Alan Ni, President of Kuehne+Nagel Greater China. “We remain committed to deepening our collaboration with xFusion, that power next-generation digital and AI applications worldwide.”

Kuehne+Nagel has expanded its own-controlled air freight network with the addition of Frankfurt to its Inspire aircraft rotation, strengthening connectivity between North America, Europe and Asia.

As Europe’s leading air cargo hub, Frankfurt handles around 2 million tonnes of cargo annually and plays a central role in the movement of high-value and time-sensitive goods. Its inclusion in the Inspire rotation further strengthens key trade flows between Europe and North America.

The updated rotation now includes a weekly routing from Chicago to Frankfurt, continuing to Atlanta. The connection directly links Frankfurt and Chicago, two major pharmaceutical production and distribution hubs, supporting the movement of time-sensitive healthcare shipments

Inspire is Kuehne+Nagel’s own controlled Boeing 747-8 freighter. The long-term charter is operated by Atlas Air. The Boeing 747-8F is the largest cargo plane manufactured by Boeing, with a cargo capacity of about 140 tonnes, enabling the transport of high-value and complex shipments across key global trade lanes.

Effective June 2026, the updated Inspire rotation enhances connectivity across key transatlantic and Asia-Europe trade lanes, linking Atlanta, Chicago, Frankfurt, Liège, Sharjah, and Taipei. The network is designed to support industries with high requirements on reliability and speed, including pharmaceuticals, aerospace, high-tech, semiconductors and cloud infrastructure shipments.

“Frankfurt is one of Europe’s leading air cargo and pharmaceutical hubs, linking regional production with global markets. The expanded Inspire rotation provides customers with capacity, reliability and greater global connectivity for both healthcare shipments and other time-sensitive cargo, including high-tech and semiconductor flows,” says Martin Schaefer, SVP Air Logistics Germany at Kuehne+Nagel.

Kuehne+Nagel continues to scale its own-controlled capacity, comprising more than 100 weekly charter connections worldwide. Leveraging its scalable network and gateway model, the company further strengthens reliability, speed and service consistency across its air logistics offering, while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to evolving trade patterns and customer needs.

_{Kees Morsman, Global Sales and Key Customer Manager at DNV, Massimo Berlin, Regional Manager Boost & Growth at DNV, Christine Wiederkehr, Global Head of Sustainability at Kuehne+Nagel, Ricardo Bernasconi, Global Head of QSHE at Kuehne+Nagel} 

Kuehne+Nagel has received its first ESG Recognition from DNV, an independent global certification body. DNV introduced the recognition in 2025 to acknowledge companies with a structured and holistic approach to Environmental, Social and Governance management.  

The recognition reflects that Kuehne+Nagel has certified management systems in place across environmental, social and governance topics under one ESG framework. These systems are evaluated using internationally recognised best practice standards, including those developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), applied and certified by DNV. This provides a structured approach for a company to continually manage and improve its performance across the dimensions.  

For Ricardo Bernasconi, Global Head of QSHE at Kuehne+Nagel, the recognition strengthens credibility and trust with customers, partners and other stakeholders. It also highlights the efforts of colleagues across functions and countries to embed ESG principles into daily decision-making and operations through structured systems, collaboration and continuous improvement. 

Taking an integrated approach across all three ESG dimensions also allows Kuehne+Nagel to support customers in achieving their own sustainability ambitions. As Christine Wiederkehr, Global Head of Sustainability at Kuehne+Nagel, notes, ESG is not a standalone initiative, but an integral part of how the company manages its business responsibly and sustainably.  

“As expectations on credible ESG performance and communication grow, there is an increased need for companies to demonstrate how they work in reliable ways. The ESG Recognition was created for this purpose – to verify the use of certified management systems and thus help customers like Kuehne+Nagel build trust in their Environmental, Social and Governance commitment and performance,” says Massimo Berlin, Regional Manager Boost & Growth in DNV. 

Picture: Michael Opitz (Executive Producer at BigSun), Sebastian Oehme (Creative Director at BigSun), Marc Strolz (Head of Brand at Kuehne+Nagel), and Alexander V. Kammel the Festival Director at Internationale Wirtschaftsfilmtage

Kuehne+Nagel’s documentary series Where Next Season 1 has been recognised with six awards at the Internationale Wirtschaftsfilmtage 2026 in Vienna, receiving three Gold and three Silver distinctions in a strong endorsement of the series’ impact and storytelling. 

The awards span documentary, event and digital content categories, reflecting the breadth of the series and its ability to engage audiences across different formats and platforms.

For everyone involved in bringing Where Next to life, this recognition is a meaningful milestone. As one of Europe’s leading corporate film festivals, the Internationale Wirtschaftsfilmtage celebrates excellence in storytelling, innovation and business communication. Receiving six awards among an international field of entries is both an honour and a testament to the ambition behind the series. 

The recognition also reflects the growing role of Where Next in fostering conversations that extend beyond traditional corporate narratives. 

As Marco Strolz, Global Head of Brand at Kuehne+Nagel, puts it: “Our series is built on a simple conviction: that a logistics company like ours has something genuinely interesting to say about how global commerce shapes the world we live in.”  

Developed in collaboration with experts across science, engineering, economics and design, the series explores the semiconductor industry, a critical yet fragile global supply chain, and reflects a broader ambition to engage with systemic change. 

Where Next Season 2: Crisis, Hope and Opportunity, released on May 12, 2026, expands this perspective. It examines how overlapping pressures, from climate change and economic uncertainty to social disruption and rapid technological change, are reshaping the path towards more resilient futures. 

MCH Group, a leading global live-marketing company headquartered in Switzerland, has appointed Kuehne+Nagel as its Official Logistics Partner for the next five years.

From July 1, 2026, the partnership will cover MCH Group’s exhibition venues at Messe Basel, Messe Zurich and Beaulieu Lausanne, together representing more than 182,000 square metres of exhibition space. Under the agreement, Kuehne+Nagel will provide comprehensive services for exhibitors and event organisers, including international shipping to and from event locations of exhibitors’ goods as well as on-site handling carried out in close coordination with all event partners.

MCH Group’s core business includes renowned platforms such as the Art Basel shows in Basel, Hong Kong, Paris, Miami Beach and Qatar, alongside major national exhibitions including Swissbau and Giardina. These events rely on meticulous logistics planning and coordination across venues, markets, and timelines. 

For Kuehne+Nagel’s Expo and Event Logistics team, the partnership reflects its focus on long‑term collaborations with leading organisers, supporting complex international events through reliable and time‑critical logistics solutions.

“With Kuehne+Nagel, we have found a partner that brings the expertise, global reach, and operational reliability our venues require. This long-term partnership will allow us to offer exhibitors and event organisers a seamless, consistently high-quality logistics experience across all three of our Swiss locations – and ultimately strengthen what makes our events exceptional,” says Roman Imgrüth, CEO Exhibitions and Events, MCH Group. 

Joern Schneemann, Global Head of Expo and Event Logistics at Kuehne+Nagel, adds: “We are proud to be the Official Logistics Partner for MCH Group. This long‑term agreement reflects the trust placed in our expertise and underlines our commitment to supporting MCH, its exhibitors and partners with tailored services and operational excellence over the coming years.” 

Kuehne+Nagel and Hapag-Lloyd are further strengthening their long-standing partnership and, for the first time, collaborating on emission-reduced ocean transport solutions. As part of this agreement, Kuehne+Nagel will utilize Hapag-Lloyd’s “Ship Green” product to reduce the carbon footprint of its ocean freight shipments.

The agreement marks an important milestone in the relationship between the two companies.  For the period from April to December 2026, approximately 3,300 TEU of cargo transported on the East Asia to North Europe trade lane will be covered under the agreement. Through the use of certified waste- and residue-based biofuels (SMF), the initiative is expected to avoid around 2,979 tonnes of CO₂e emissions on a well-to-wake basis.

“We are proud to take our partnership with Kuehne+Nagel to the next level,” said Danny Smolders, Managing Director Global Sales at Hapag-Lloyd. “With Ship Green, we offer a scalable solution that enables our customers to actively reduce their Scope 3 emissions today. This agreement shows how strong partnerships can translate into tangible climate impact.”

Paolo Montrone, Head of Trade Global Sea Logistics at Kuehne+Nagel, added: “Decarbonizing shipping requires transparency, collaboration and commercially viable solutions. By having strong partnerships, making emissions data transparent, and enabling scope 3 reductions, we help customers navigate in a credible, market-based way, designed to accelerate the uptake of alternative fuels. We are pleased to extend our collaboration with Hapag-Lloyd to make this come true.”

The agreement is based on a book-and-claim chain-of-custody mechanism that allows customers to claim verified emission reductions, regardless of the physical fuel allocation to specific vessels or routes. Only emissions reductions from biofuel that has been used in Hapag-Lloyd's operated fleet is allocated to Kuehne+Nagel. This model enables scalable climate action, utilizing waste based biofuel as a bridge solution.

Both companies are committed to ambitious climate goals. Hapag-Lloyd aims to achieve net-zero fleet operations by 2045, while Kuehne+Nagel has committed to reaching net-zero emissions across the value chain by 2050. Offering sustainable logistic solutions to customers is a key lever to achieve these goals.

By working together and leveraging sustainable marine fuels and the book and claim approach, Kuehne+Nagel and Hapag-Lloyd are contributing to the shipping industry’s transition toward a more sustainable future and energy independence.

At today's Annual General Meeting of Kuehne+Nagel International AG, all proposals were approved by a large majority. Shareholders present at the meeting represented 77.37% of the issued shares.

The shareholders approved among others the status report, the financial statements, the consolidated financial statements, the annual financial statements for the 2025 business year as well as the distribution of a gross dividend of CHF 6.00 per registered share.

All persons proposed for re-election were confirmed for another term of office, and Dr. Joerg Wolle was confirmed as Chairman of the Board of Directors.

The Board of Directors thanks the shareholders for the trust they have placed in it.

Kuehne+Nagel has expanded its healthcare logistics footprint in India with the opening of a new temperature-controlled airfreight cross dock facility in Hyderabad. The investment strengthens the company’s ability to support the safe, compliant and reliable movement of healthcare products, in response to growing demand for specialised logistics solutions for pharmaceutical and medical shipments.

Hyderabad is a major centre for pharmaceutical manufacturing, contributing over 40 per cent of India’s active pharma ingredients and vaccine production. Strategically located within this ecosystem, Kuehne+Nagel’s new facility supports efficient handling and distribution while improving proximity to key customers and manufacturing sites.

The 248 sqm facility operates across dedicated temperature zones, including +2°C to +8°C and +15°C to +25°C. These controlled environments are designed to safeguard product integrity across a wide range of healthcare shipments. The site complies with Kuehne+Nagel’s global HealthChain quality standard, ensuring consistent GxP compliance across healthcare supply chains. With the addition of Hyderabad, Kuehne+Nagel now operates two HealthChain-certified facilities in India, following the launch of its Bengaluru Cool Zone facility in December 2025.

Anish Kumar Jha, Managing Director for Kuehne+Nagel India, Sri Lanka and the Maldives, said: “This investment strengthens our healthcare logistics network in India and brings us closer to customers operating in one of the country’s most important pharmaceutical hubs. By investing in specialised, HealthChain-certified infrastructure, we are supporting Indian healthcare companies as they grow and connect to global markets through compliant, temperature-controlled supply chains.”