Thewes brings decades of international experience to his new role at the AD Ports Group
AD Ports Group has announced the appointment of seasoned logistics executive Jochen Thewes as the CEO of the Group’s Logistics Cluster.
The appointment, which takes effect 1 December 2025, reinforces the Group’s ambition to elevate its Logistics Cluster into the ranks of the world’s leading logistics providers, building on the strong foundations and global footprint established through the Group’s logistics arm, Noatum Logistics.
Experience
Thewes brings decades of international experience to his new role at AD Ports Group. For over nearly a decade, he served as CEO and Management Board Chairman of Deutsche Bahn’s DB Schenker, one of the world’s top logistics players. He played an instrumental role in the company’s sale in April 2025 to Danish transport and logistics leader DSV A/S, a deal that ranks as one of the largest-ever in the industry.
“The appointment of Jochen Thewes, a distinguished global industry leader, as CEO of AD Ports Group’s Logistics Cluster, reflects our ambition to build a world-class global logistics portfolio,” stated Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Managing Director and Group CEO, AD Ports Group.
“I look forward to working closely with my colleagues across the Group to unlock our full potential and scale our operations globally, delivering exceptional value for our customers and the markets we serve,” said Thewes on his appointment.
