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Cold Chain as Competitive Advantage: Why Irish Logistics Operators Must Invest in Pharma's Most Demanding Frontier
Ireland's logistics and transport sector has a strategic opportunity in pharmaceutical cold chain as temperature-sensitive medicines grow more complex. Operators that invest in cryogenic infrastructure and digital monitoring will secure lasting advantage in Ireland's most critical export sector.
Australia Post acquires Rendr to expand same-day delivery capabilities
Australian postal operator Australia Post has acquired last-mile delivery platform Rendr to expand same-day and on-demand delivery services. The move aims to extend coverage to nearly 90 per cent of the population.
DP World supports new Japan-Philippines service for prefabricated housing materials
UAE-based DP World is supporting a new weekly shipping service between Japan and the Philippines operated by CMA CGM. The JP8 service connects Sendai with Manila South Harbour and Batangas Integrated Port, supporting prefabricated housing material movements.
Evaaro acquires Keg Logistics and North Keg to create international keg pooling platform
UK-based Evaaro has acquired US keg logistics provider Keg Logistics and Canadian operator North Keg from existing shareholders including Seaport Capital. The transaction creates a multi-jurisdictional keg management platform operating across the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada and EU.
Woodside Haulage adds three Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor units to fleet
Irish haulage operator Woodside Haulage has taken delivery of three Mercedes-Benz Actros 2648 6×2 BigSpace Pro Cabin tractor units. The acquisition brings the company's Mercedes-Benz fleet to over 40 units supported by MUTEC maintenance packages.
GXO Logistics launches open innovation accelerator programme for UK and Ireland
US-based contract logistics provider GXO Logistics has launched GXO Accelerator, an open innovation programme to identify, test and scale new technologies across the UK and Ireland. The 12-week initiative focuses on defence logistics, digital transport, workforce technologies and wild card innovations
CJ Logistics strengthens safety-focused contract logistics strategy through Vietnam restructuring
South Korea-based logistics firm CJ Logistics is restructuring its Vietnam operations to focus on contract logistics. The move strengthens its position in Asia’s fast-growing logistics and transport sector and integrated supply chain services market.
Nippon Express upgrades safety-focused air cargo systems to accelerate regional logistics operations
Japan-based logistics provider Nippon Express Holdings has upgraded air cargo operations in Thailand to accelerate urgent shipments. The move strengthens regional transport connectivity and improves supply chain responsiveness across Asia’s logistics and transport sector.
DFDS adds third vessel to Rosslare-Dunkirk route increasing capacity from September
Denmark-based ferry operator DFDS will add a third vessel to its Rosslare-Dunkirk route from September 2026, increasing service to seven weekly round-trips. The expansion supports growing demand for direct transport links between Ireland and continental Europe.
How Irish Logistics Leaders Can Harness AI and Smarter Operating Models in 2026
Ireland's logistics and transport sector faces a decisive strategic moment. KPMG Ireland's Supply Chain Trends 2026 shows that organisations acting now on AI integration and governance transformation will secure a durable advantage over the years ahead.
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