Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has once again been recognized as one of Germany’s Best Managed Companies in 2026, receiving the prestigious award for the third year in a row. The official award ceremony took place on May 21, 2026, at the Gesellschaftshaus Palmengarten in Frankfurt am Main. CFO Martin Eberle accepted the award on behalf of the entire company.
 

The Best Managed Companies Award, presented by Deloitte Private, UBS, the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, and the Federation of German Industries (BDI), honors mid-sized companies that excel in the four key areas of strategy, productivity & innovation, culture & commitment, and governance & finance.

Once again this year, Hellmann impressed the jury with its clear strategic direction, strong innovative capabilities, and consistent development of the company in line with global market requirements. Particular recognition was given to the company’s international growth strategy, digital transformation, strong corporate culture, and ongoing focus on customer centricity and operational excellence.

“Receiving the Best Managed Company award once again is a special recognition of the commitment and passion shown by our employees around the world. It reflects what defines us as a company: a clear strategy, strong values, innovative strength, and a shared understanding of excellent service. Above all, the customer remains at the center of everything we do.”
– Jens Drewes, CEO Hellmann Worldwide Logistics

The Best Managed Companies program was launched by Deloitte in Canada in the 1990s and has since been established in more than 45 countries worldwide. Its goal is to build an international network of excellently managed mid-sized companies and encourage the exchange of best practices.

In Germany, the seal has been awarded since 2019. It stands for entrepreneurial excellence, sustainable corporate leadership, and a long-term future-oriented mindset. These are values that Hellmann continues to strengthen through its Forward2030 corporate strategy, with a particular focus on people, corporate culture, growth, innovation, and customer centricity.

Further information about the Best Managed Companies Award can be found here.