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Addnode acquires InPort to provide logistics solutions

To strengthen its position as a provider of logistics solutions for ports, Addnode Group has acquired software company InPort Intelligent Port Systems AB (InPort). Upon completion of the deal, InPort will be integrated into Addnode’s Group’s Process Management Division, on 2 January 2018. Andreas Wikholm, president for Addnode Group Process Management, said: “Our ports play a societal role in view of its importance for modern sustainable logistics chains and a well-functioning import and export business.
December 12, 2017 Read time: 1 min

To strengthen its position as a provider of logistics solutions for ports, Addnode Group has acquired software company InPort Intelligent Port Systems AB (InPort).

Upon completion of the deal, InPort will be integrated into Addnode’s Group’s Process Management Division, on 2 January 2018.

Andreas Wikholm, president for Addnode Group Process Management, said: “Our ports play a societal role in view of its importance for modern sustainable logistics chains and a well-functioning import and export business. With inPort onboard, Addnode Group strengthens its position as a leading provider of software solutions to sustainable cities and communities.”

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