From Pulse 2.0 · Amit Chowdhry · · 1m
Nippon Express Acquires Metro Supply Chain Group
Nippon Express completes acquisition of Canadian logistics firm to boost North American operations.
In brief
Nippon Express completes acquisition of Canadian logistics firm to boost North American operations. Nippon Express Holdings acquired Metro Supply Chain Group to strengthen its North American contract logistics capabilities and expand global supply chain services. Originally reported by Pulse 2.0.
Acquisition Completion
Nippon Express Holdings acquired all outstanding shares of Metro Supply Chain Group Inc. on October 1, 2026.
Event in Montreal
The companies held a town hall meeting and closing ceremony in Montreal on October 7, 2026.
Leadership Present
NX Group President and CEO Satoshi Horikiri and Metro Supply Chain Group founder Chiko Nanji attended the event.
Strategic Vision
Leadership outlined plans to accelerate sustainable growth across North America and international markets.
Operations Scope
Metro Supply Chain Group serves customers in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom across multiple industries.
Integration Strategy
NX Group plans to leverage Metro Supply Chain Group’s fulfillment capabilities and warehouse automation to improve global logistics services.
What to remember
Nippon Express Holdings acquired Metro Supply Chain Group to strengthen its North American contract logistics capabilities and expand global supply chain services.
