C.H. Robinson announced that it has acquired DeSpir Logistics, a specialized provider of secure transportation solutions and cargo escort services for mission-critical and high-value freight across North America.
The deal expands C.H. Robinson’s capabilities in premium logistics services, where security, compliance, visibility, and execution are key requirements.
DeSpir Logistics focuses on high-value, high-risk, and temperature-controlled cargo. Its capabilities support sensitive and regulated shipments across industries, including healthcare, life sciences, data centers, aerospace, and high-value retail.
C.H. Robinson said demand for these services is growing as supply chains become more complex and cargo theft becomes more sophisticated.
The acquisition expands C.H. Robinson’s network of vetted, security-focused carriers. Drivers in this network undergo individual vetting, maintain required certifications, and are subject to ongoing audits.
DeSpir also adds advanced high-security technology capabilities across the shipment lifecycle, including real-time monitoring of temperature fluctuations and detection of potential cargo tampering.
C.H. Robinson said applying its Lean AI approach to DeSpir’s high-security platform will help scale these capabilities and provide customers with greater visibility, deeper insights, and improved performance across high-stakes supply chains.
DeSpir generated $62 million in total revenue for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. C.H. Robinson acquired the company for approximately $75 million in cash.
The acquisition is expected to be slightly accretive in 2026 and will be financed through cash on hand. The transaction has officially closed.
KEY QUOTES:
“With DeSpir, we’re strengthening how we help customers move freight that requires an extra layer of protection. This is the kind of cargo where the stakes are incredibly high, like life-saving pharmaceuticals that must stay within strict temperature ranges, or critical data center equipment that is frequently targeted for theft. Think of it like this: C.H. Robinson is the large, highly efficient logistics engine with industry leading safety and fraud prevention, while DeSpir is a specialized operations team within it — designed to handle complex, high-risk, high-value freight with the greatest level of control and precision. This is a specialized service that many of our customers need.”
Adam McDonough, Vice President of Committed Assets at C.H. Robinson
“We’re taking very specific, nuanced expertise and coupling it with our scale. By bringing together highly vetted carriers, advanced technology, and logisticians who know high-value freight inside and out — powered by our Lean AI — we’re able to deliver the level of precision, security, and white-glove service these shipments demand.”
Michael Castagnetto, President of North American Surface Transportation at C.H. Robinson
“We’re proud of the team and the specialized capabilities we’ve built at DeSpir. Joining C.H. Robinson allows us to extend that expertise to more customers, while continuing to deliver the level of control and precision our customers have always expected from us. It’s a strong fit for our people and for what we’ve built.”
John Carr, Managing Partner at DeSpir Logistics
“We’ve been deliberate and disciplined in how we approach M&A. Over the past year, we’ve strengthened our operating model, sharpened our focus, and built a more efficient cost structure — putting us in a position to invest with purpose to enhance our value creation. DeSpir brings differentiated expertise, which when combined with C.H. Robinson’s scale, we expect to deliver superior results for our customers, carriers and shareholders.”
Damon Lee, Chief Financial Officer of C.H. Robinson
