- Wallenius Wilhelmsen has extended its partnership with a major auto OEM for another 10 years, aiming to expand their collaboration over time.
- The contract includes a broad range of logistics services, from vehicle handling to digital supply chain management.
- Both companies are committed to enhancing operational efficiency through integration and digital transformation.
- The contract, set to begin in April 2027, has an estimated gross revenue of USD 2 billion.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen has reinforced its collaboration with an established auto OEM through a 10-year contract extension, marking a significant step in their long-standing relationship. This agreement reflects both companies’ commitment to expanding their partnership and developing innovative supply chain solutions.
Under this contract, Wallenius Wilhelmsen will continue delivering a wide range of services, including vehicle receiving, end-of-line services, accessory installation, delivery management, distribution, and storage. Additionally, the company will provide digital supply chain insights, ensuring a more efficient and transparent logistics process.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen also offers short-sea and deep-sea ocean services under separate agreements, further strengthening its role in global vehicle logistics.
Optimizing the Supply Chain with Digital Innovation
The partnership is set to evolve with a strong emphasis on efficiency and digital transformation. Both parties plan to explore new, optimized solutions that will further streamline operations and enhance flexibility.
John Felitto, EVP & COO of Logistics Services at Wallenius Wilhelmsen, highlighted the advantages of long-term collaborations:
“Long-term multi-product contracts benefit both our customers and us as they provide seamless integration, flexibility for both parties and room for innovative collaborations to enhance digital value chain solutions.”
Looking ahead, the shared goal is to expand the contract’s scope to include ocean services, creating a fully integrated logistics strategy. This approach will prioritize process optimization and advanced digital solutions to enhance supply chain resilience and efficiency.
A Major Milestone for Wallenius Wilhelmsen
With an estimated gross revenue of USD 2 billion, this contract is one of Wallenius Wilhelmsen’s largest land-based agreements. The company is excited to further strengthen its integration and digitalization efforts within this partnership.
As Felitto emphasized:
“The contract has a solid land-based scope and is one of our largest. It is exciting to enhance a partnership that already prioritizes comprehensive integration and digital transformation at its core.”
The contract, set to commence in April 2027, reaffirms Wallenius Wilhelmsen’s leadership in automotive logistics and its dedication to future-proofing operations through innovation and strategic growth.
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