Ceva Logistics Restructures North America Operations, Appoints New Chief

Ceva Logistics is restructuring its North America operations, appointing Yves Laforgue as its new North America coordinator to align regional operations with management's vision. Laforgue, CEO of Ceva Logistics Air & Ocean North America, will oversee the integration of Bolloré Logistics into the company's organization. The restructuring aims to capitalize on upcoming investments by parent company CMA CGM Group and improve profit margins.

Ceva Logistics, a leading logistics provider, has announced significant changes to its North America operations. The company has appointed Yves Laforgue as its new North America coordinator. Laforgue, who is currently the CEO of Ceva Logistics Air & Ocean North America, will oversee the integration of Bolloré Logistics into Ceva's organization. This restructuring aims to align regional operations with the company's vision and capitalize on upcoming investments by the parent company, CMA CGM Group, to improve profit margins.

The appointment of Laforgue comes as part of a broader strategy to enhance Ceva's logistics capabilities in the North American market. By integrating Bolloré Logistics, Ceva aims to leverage the latter's expertise in temperature-controlled transport and cold chain solutions. This move is particularly timely, given the growing demand for these services in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors [1].

According to a recent report by SNS Insider, the global pharmaceutical logistics market is projected to reach USD 210.18 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 9.28% from 2024 to 2032. The cold chain logistics segment, which is anticipated to hold the largest share of the market, is expected to grow significantly due to the increasing demand for temperature-sensitive drugs, biologics, and vaccines [1].

Ceva's restructuring is also driven by the need to adapt to the evolving regulatory landscape and technological advancements in the logistics industry. The integration of Bolloré Logistics will enable Ceva to offer more comprehensive and efficient logistics solutions, particularly in the cold chain segment.

In addition to the appointment of Laforgue, Ceva has also announced plans to invest in new technologies and infrastructure to enhance its operational efficiency. These investments are expected to improve Ceva's ability to meet the growing demand for pharmaceutical logistics services in North America.

The restructuring of Ceva Logistics' North America operations is a strategic move that aligns with the company's long-term vision and aims to capitalize on the growing opportunities in the pharmaceutical logistics market. By integrating Bolloré Logistics and investing in new technologies, Ceva is positioning itself to become a leading player in the North American market.

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[1] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/07/28/3122549/0/en/Global-Pharmaceuticals-Logistics-Market-to-Surpass-USD-210-18-Billion-by-2032-Driven-by-Expansion-of-Global-Pharmaceutical-Trade-SNS-Insider.html