Hellmann Worldwide Logistics is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee I'Ons as the new Regional CEO for the IMEA region and member of the International Executive Board, effective April 1, 2025. He succeeds Madhav Kurup, who has successfully led the region since joining Hellmann in 2008 and was recently promoted to the Global Management Board as the COO for Airfreight, Seafreight, and Contract Logistics. A South African native, Lee I'Ons brings 30 years of logistics experience spanning … [Read more...] about Hellmann: Lee I’Ons appointed new Regional CEO IMEA
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Hellmann acquires full ownership of HPL Apollo
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has acquired all shares in HPL Apollo, its perishable logistics joint venture previously co-owned with Mercury Aviation. This strategic integration underscores the commitment Hellmann has to expanding its global footprint in the perishable market and enhancing its capacity to deliver tailored solutions to customers worldwide. Headquartered in Los Angeles, HPL Apollo specializes in the transportation of perishable goods by air, sea, and road. The takeover of the … [Read more...] about Hellmann acquires full ownership of HPL Apollo
Hellmann appoints Martin Habisreitinger as COO Airfreight
Hellmann is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Habisreitinger as Chief Operating Officer (COO) Airfreight with effect from February 1, 2025. He will succeed Jan Kleine-Lasthues, who, after 13 successful years with Hellmann, has decided to pursue other opportunities. Martin Habisreitinger will report to Madhav Kurup, who will assume the position of Chief Operating Officer Airfreight, Seafreight, and Contract Logistics on the Global Management Board at the beginning of next … [Read more...] about Hellmann appoints Martin Habisreitinger as COO Airfreight
Hellmann advances innovation with AI-RobotX MEA and Geekplus to enhance eCommerce fulfillment operations
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics continues its journey of innovation with the successful implementation of Geekplus robotics automated storage solutions at its eCommerce Center in Dubai CommerCity, executed by AI-RobotX MEA. In 2023, Hellmann established a dedicated Innovation Hub, reinforcing its commitment to integrating advanced technologies into global operations. The company’s recent implementation of robotics in Dubai exemplifies this strategic focus, increasing storage capacity, improving … [Read more...] about Hellmann advances innovation with AI-RobotX MEA and Geekplus to enhance eCommerce fulfillment operations
Hellmann launches next growth phase with new global leadership structure
The Supervisory Board of Hellmann Worldwide Logistics announces upcoming changes to its Management Board and the International Executive Board (IEB). Over the past years, Hellmann has built a strong foundation for sustainable growth by implementing a new organizational structure, launching significant investments in IT and digital infrastructure, and fostering a renewed corporate culture. Under the leadership of Jens Drewes, who assumed the CEO role in June this year, the focus is now on … [Read more...] about Hellmann launches next growth phase with new global leadership structure
Enrico Farneti appointed Managing Director of Hellmann Italy
Enrico Farneti will take over as the new Managing Director of the Italian subsidiary of Hellmann Worldwide Logistics (Hellmann Italy) in November. He succeeds Daniela Coppola, who will leave the company at the end of the year as planned. In September last year, Hellmann acquired its long-standing partner Hellmann Worldwide Logistics S.p.A. (Hellmann Italy). This acquisition enabled Hellmann to significantly strengthen its presence in the central Alpine region and expand its seafreight … [Read more...] about Enrico Farneti appointed Managing Director of Hellmann Italy
