Amidst persistent market challenges, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics concluded the past year on a high note, defying market trends with stable order volumes of approximately 20 million shipments. Notably, the company expanded its market presence in 2023, particularly in Airfreight and Seafreight, while witnessing international growth in its Contract Logistics division. With total sales reaching EUR 3.5 billion, Hellmann achieved a robust performance, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, despite an anticipated decline attributed to the normalization of freight rates post-pandemic.
In its pursuit of sustainable international growth, Hellmann implemented strategic measures throughout 2023, emphasizing investments in IT infrastructure and digitalization initiatives. The company achieved significant milestones in its global expansion strategy, establishing a new country organization in Ireland and executing strategic acquisitions in Italy, Slovakia, and the Baltic States.