AD Ports Group has agreed to acquire German logistics company MBS Logistics in a deal worth approximately USD 80M, further expanding its international logistics operations and strengthening its presence across European trade routes.
The agreement includes the acquisition of MBS Logistics’ main operations, excluding its joint ventures. The move aligns with AD Ports Group’s strategy to enhance cargo handling capabilities and broaden its global logistics network.
MBS Logistics recorded revenues of nearly AED 870M in 2025 and operates an asset-light freight forwarding model focused on Germany and Central Europe, while also maintaining networks across China, Vietnam, and the United States.
The acquisition is expected to strengthen Noatum Logistics, the logistics arm of AD Ports Group, as it continues to grow internationally through strategic expansion and acquisitions.
By adding MBS Logistics to its portfolio, AD Ports Group is set to improve access to major Central European logistics hubs, expand trade connectivity, and create operational efficiencies through integrated supply chain services.
Jochen Thewes, CEO of AD Ports Group’s Logistics Cluster, said the deal comes at a time when businesses worldwide are seeking stronger and more reliable supply chains. He added that Germany’s status as a major global trading economy makes it an important market for long-term growth.
MBS Logistics brings nearly 40 years of industry expertise, more than 450 employees, and a network of 26 offices worldwide. The company offers air, sea, road, and rail freight services, in addition to customs, contract logistics, and project cargo solutions.
Its client base spans sectors including aerospace, automotive, retail, engineering, healthcare, technology, and consumer goods. The company’s established footprint in Germany is also expected to support AD Ports Group’s expansion into other European regions such as the Nordics, Benelux, Switzerland, and Eastern Europe.
The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals in Europe and is anticipated to close in the second half of 2026.
