Catenaa, February 09, 2026 – A consortium led by Advent International and FedEx has agreed to acquire Polish parcel locker operator InPost in a deal valued at €7.8bn ($9.2bn). The transaction, which values InPost shares at €15.60 each, represents a roughly 50 per cent premium over the company’s share price in early January.
Under the agreement, Advent and FedEx will each hold 37 per cent of the company post-close. InPost founder Rafał Brzoska’s A&R Investments will own 16 per cent, while Czech investment firm PPF will hold 10 per cent. The takeover has the unanimous backing of InPost’s board and is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
InPost operates an extensive automated parcel locker network across Europe. The company’s existing footprint includes 61,000 automated parcel lockers, including around 14,000 in the UK, giving it a strong position in the fast-growing out-of-home delivery segment.
The acquisition underscores FedEx’s desire to strengthen its European Last-Mile presence without heavy capital outlays. Parcel lockers allow retailers and carriers to reduce delivery costs and boost convenience for consumers.
European e-commerce continues its long-term growth trajectory, though overall volumes have moderated since pandemic highs. Parcel lockers are increasingly seen as a strategic asset that combines cost efficiency with sustainability benefits.
Advent’s renewed commitment to InPost signals private equity’s continuing interest in logistics infrastructure. Despite cooling buyout activity in some sectors, assets offering stable revenues and long-term contracts remain attractive for leveraged deals.
The consortium has pledged to support InPost’s existing growth strategy, including further expansion in key Western European markets. The company will remain headquartered in Poland and continue operating under the InPost brand.
