Kuehne + Nagel outlines growth strategy, shares in focus among global logistics peers

By Stefan Krueger, Long-Term & Business Model desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-27, 12:07.

Kuehne + Nagel International AG (CH0025238863) positions itself as a global, asset-light logistics specialist with a strong presence on the SIX Swiss Exchange in Zurich. The group emphasizes a long-term strategy built around sea freight, air freight, road logistics and contract logistics, in direct competition with peers such as DHL Group and DSV.

Global logistics network and scale

According to the company, Kuehne + Nagel operates in more than 100 countries and runs a network of over 1,300 locations that handle sea, air, road and contract logistics for industrial, retail and e-commerce customers worldwide. Company profile on the Kuehne + Nagel website The business model focuses on controlling complex supply chains while keeping direct ownership of transport assets relatively limited.

Sea and air freight as profit drivers

In its own materials, Kuehne + Nagel highlights sea logistics and air logistics as key earnings contributors, handling millions of TEU in container traffic and a significant volume of air freight shipments each year. Service overview on Kuehne + Nagel These activities position the company as a core intermediary between shippers and carriers, selling integrated transport solutions rather than individual freight legs.

How Kuehne + Nagel makes money

Kuehne + Nagel primarily earns fees and margins from arranging and managing transportation and logistics services rather than operating large fleets of owned ships or aircraft. The company sells end to end solutions, including sea freight, air freight, road transport and warehousing, supported by digital platforms for booking, tracking and supply chain visibility.

Where the shares trade

The Kuehne + Nagel International AG shares (CH0025238863) trade on the SIX Swiss Exchange in Zurich; the latest verifiable price information is provided directly by the exchange and common financial data providers.

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