Yusen Logistics Group Acquires Walden Health: Enhancing Healthcare Logistics
Yusen Logistics (Europe) B.V., a subsidiary of the NYK Group, has completed the acquisition of Movianto International B.V. and other healthcare logistics businesses under the Walden Group. This strategic move aims to elevate the Yusen Logistics Group’s presence in the healthcare industry and provide top-tier services across Europe.
Yusen Logistics Group’s acquisition encompasses Movianto, Eurotranspharma, Transpharma International, and Walden Digital, operating across 138 sites in 12 European countries. This consolidation bolsters the group’s ability to deliver high-quality transportation services for pharmaceuticals and medical devices, catering to the evolving needs of the healthcare sector.
Positioning logistics as a core business segment and a key investment area, the Yusen Logistics Group has been actively expanding its portfolio. Prior acquisitions include an e-commerce logistics platform company in the UK and an auto parts distribution company in the Netherlands. The recent acquisition of Walden Health further broadens the scope of services offered, reinforcing the group’s logistics business foundation.
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The Yusen Logistics Group’s CEO, Hiroki Harada, expressed excitement about the integration with Walden Health, emphasizing the combined expertise and global network’s potential to deliver unparalleled healthcare logistics solutions. This partnership sets the stage for innovation, reliability, and excellence in the supply chain, aligning with the group’s ambitious objectives outlined in the medium-term plan starting April 2026.
By completing the acquisition of Walden Health, the Yusen Logistics Group strengthens its global healthcare logistics capabilities, positioning itself as a leader in the industry. This strategic move underscores the group’s commitment to advancing healthcare logistics standards and setting new benchmarks for excellence.
