Danish investment firm A.P. Moller Capital, through its EMIF II Holding III B.V. entity, has entered into an agreement to acquire up to a 40 percent economic stake in AC Logistics, a subsidiary of Ayala Corporation. This agreement, outlined in a share subscription deal between Ayala Corp., AC Logistics, and A.P. Moller Capital, includes the subscription of common and redeemable preferred shares equivalent to the 40 percent stake.
The completion of the transaction is contingent on finalizing the subscription price, satisfying conditions precedent, and obtaining regulatory approvals, as well as meeting certain business milestones. While the financial details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, the collaboration signals significant corporate synergy between A.P. Moller Capital and Ayala Corp., with both organizations aligning their missions to drive growth and improve supply chain solutions across the Philippines.
The partnership aims to enhance AC Logistics’ capabilities in scaling operations and strengthening service offerings to address the growing and complex logistics demands of the region. This strategic investment is poised to improve cost-efficient supply chains while contributing to food security in the country. AC Logistics, founded in 2021, is already a key player in the Philippine logistics sector, offering integrated solutions across cold chain, contract logistics, and cross-border services.
A.P. Moller Capital’s global expertise in the transport sector, combined with Ayala’s commitment to fostering businesses that empower communities, positions this partnership as a pivotal step toward strengthening the nation’s logistics infrastructure and meeting the evolving needs of a rapidly growing economy.
