bpostgroup appoints Rainer Kiefer as CEO 3PL Europe
In May, Thomas Mortier, CEO 3PL Europe, has informed bpostgroup that he plans to step down as CEO at the end of this year. The search for a new CEO was immediately launched. Today, bpostgroup announces the appointment of Rainer Kiefer as new Chief Executive Officer of 3PL Europe and Staci Americas, effective January 1 2026.
Rainer brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to this role. He currently serves as Member of the DSV Divisional Board for Contract Logistics and CCO CL. Prior to this, he held senior leadership positions including EVP Global Head of Sales at DB Schenker and EVP Global BD Contract Logistics where he led global business development, customer operations, and contract logistics strategy. His career also includes CEO and board roles at CYBERPORT, a major German e-commerce player, and earlier consulting experience at McKinsey focused on logistics and retail.
Rainer studied economics and statistics in London, Munich, and Florence, and is known for his sharp analytical thinking, collaborative leadership style and customer focus.
Chris Peeters, CEO bpostgroup: “We are excited to welcome Rainer and to benefit from his deep expertise as we shape the future of 3PL. His proven track record in contract logistics, global sales, and operational transformation will be instrumental in accelerating the growth of this business line. With Rainer at the helm, we are confident in our ability to accelerate our transformation, strengthen our market position, and deliver even greater value to our customers and partners.”
Thomas Mortier, current CEO of 3PL EU, will actively support this transition, prior to stepping into his new part-time advisory role from January 2026 onwards.
