FedEx-Led Consortium to Acquire InPost in £6.8 Billion Deal
In a landmark acquisition, a consortium led by FedEx and private equity firm Advent has reached an agreement to purchase InPost for £6.8 billion (€7.8 billion). This strategic acquisition is aimed at expanding InPost’s footprint across the UK and Europe.
Details of the InPost Acquisition
The consortium has proposed a price of €15.60 (£13.59) per share for InPost. This offer represents a 17.3% premium over the company’s closing price in Amsterdam and a staggering 50% increase since January, prior to news of a potential takeover.
Current Holdings and Future Plans
InPost, headquartered in Poland, will continue to operate under its brand with founder and CEO Rafat Brzoska leading the company. Following the acquisition, Advent and FedEx will hold a 37% stake each, while A&R and PPF will control 16% and 10%, respectively. These firms already have existing stakes in InPost:
- Advent: 6.5%
- A&R: 12.49%
- PPF: 28.75%
The acquisition is expected to finalize in the second half of 2026. Post-deal, InPost plans to bolster its presence in several European markets, including:
- France
- Spain
- Portugal
- Italy
- Benelux
- UK
Expansion of Operations in the UK
In the UK, InPost aims to increase its locker points from 14,000 to 30,000, while also expanding its current network of 5,500 pick-up and drop-off locations. This initiative seeks to tap into the UK’s growing e-commerce market.
Statements from Leadership
Hein Pretorius, chair of InPost’s supervisory board, expressed confidence in the consortium’s long-term vision for the company. CEO Rafat Brzoska stated, “This transaction will support our next phase of growth and help us redefine the European e-commerce sector.”
Raj Subramaniam, CEO of FedEx, added that the acquisition will grant FedEx customers access to InPost’s last-mile capabilities, enhancing the delivery experience.
InPost’s Current Network
Founded in 1999, InPost boasts over 61,000 locker locations and more than 33,000 pick-up and drop-off points across nine European countries. In 2025, the company reported delivering 1.4 billion parcels. The firm went public on the Amsterdam Euronext in 2021.
Overall, this acquisition offers InPost a pathway to operate more efficiently while minimizing costs associated with being publicly traded, allowing it to focus on long-term strategic goals.
