InPost Set for Acquisition as Parcel Locker Expert Prepares for Transition
In a significant development within the European e-commerce sector, InPost is set to benefit from a strategic partnership with FedEx. This collaboration aims to further enhance InPost’s operations as a leader in out-of-home delivery.
InPost’s Growth Strategy
Ranjan Sen, Managing Partner at Advent, emphasized the importance of this partnership. He stated that it would help InPost expand its locker network and bolster its customer relationships.
Advent’s long-standing expertise in logistics and technology will support InPost’s proven strategies. The goal is to augment InPost’s role as a pan-European e-commerce facilitator.
FedEx’s Commitment
Raj Subramaniam, CEO of FedEx, highlighted the global logistics firm’s strategic alliance with InPost. He expressed confidence that this partnership will provide customers access to InPost’s last-mile capabilities.
FedEx is poised to leverage its extensive network to boost InPost’s next growth phase. Their disciplined investment approach aims for long-term value creation in the European market.
PPF’s Involvement
Didier Stoessel, Co-CEO of PPF, remarked on their involvement with InPost since 2020. They aim to support InPost’s European expansion and expect that selling the majority of their stake will enhance the firm’s growth trajectory.
PPF will remain a minority investor, aiding InPost as it enters this new phase focused on sustainable development.
Upcoming Events in OOH Delivery
The 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards will emphasize out-of-home delivery innovations. They will open for entries in April 2026.
The awards ceremony is scheduled for October 15, 2026, at The HAC in Central London, celebrating advancements in global retail technology.
- Event Date: October 15, 2026
- Venue: The HAC, Central London
- Focus: Innovations in OOH Delivery
This marks the fifth year for the RTIH Innovation Awards, which have grown significantly in popularity and attendance since their inception.
As InPost embarks on this promising transition, stakeholders remain optimistic about its potential to shape the e-commerce landscape further.
