FedEx Corporation is making a major strategic push into European last‑mile logistics by taking a significant stake in Polish parcel locker operator InPost as part of a planned €7.8 billion ($9.2 billion) acquisition with investment partner Advent International. The deal — expected to close in the second half of 2026 — will see FedEx and Advent each hold 37 % of the company, with InPost founder Rafał Brzoska and PPF Group owning smaller shares.
InPost, known for its extensive network of automated parcel lockers across Europe, operates in multiple countries including Poland, the UK, France, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands and Portugal, with more than 61,000 lockers and thousands of pickup points. The acquisition will allow FedEx to tap directly into this “out‑of‑home” delivery infrastructure, enhancing its ability to serve growing e‑commerce demand across the continent.
The move marks a significant expansion of FedEx’s footprint in European last‑mile delivery, a segment where carriers face intense competition and rising consumer expectations for fast, flexible options. By pairing its global network with InPost’s locker system, FedEx aims to reduce delivery costs and increase convenience for customers, providing alternatives to traditional doorstep drop‑offs.
InPost will continue operating under its own brand and management, and headquartered in Poland. The deal’s completion is contingent on regulatory and shareholder approvals, but the structure is designed to preserve InPost’s operational independence while unlocking long‑term growth opportunities in key Western European markets.
