Leapmotor International (LPMI), the joint venture between the company Dutch automotive company Stellantis and the Chinese Leapmotor, has announced the expansion of its logistics partnership with the Neapolitan shipowner group Grimaldi who, with their ships, In the last 18 months, it has delivered almost 100,000 electric vehicles from China to Europe, of which about 20,000 destined for the market Italian in the period January-March 2026 alone through 15 trips which connected China with several European ports in the quarter (Antwerp, Portbury, Valencia, Vigo, Setubal, Livorno, Civitavecchia and Gioia Tauro).

"Logistics - explained Alessandro Furnò, VP LPMI's Global Supply Chain & Purchasing - represents a distinctive element and a strategic lever of competitiveness in the modern automotive sector. Our ability to lead such a complex ecosystem, supported by a partner as reliable as the Grimaldi Group, is a pillar of our commercial success. This partnership ensures that our logistical capacities evolve just as quickly of our technology, supporting our growth in the market European Union".

LPMI explained that the design and logistics management Handles growing volumes and increased complexity operational on the basis of a programme that is divided into three pillars starting with scheduling and synchronization end-to-end supply chain. The company specified that the Leapmotor production in China is closely aligned with the maritime capacity and terminal availability, often requiring tailor-made solutions on a case-by-case basis, and this approach allows LPMI to respond effectively to a strong market demand, while strengthening its position within the Stellantis ecosystem. In addition, the program is based on a close alignment between maritime and which ensures rapid transport of vehicles to ports managing peak volumes of more than 5,400 cars per stopover ship. Finally, detailed planning and optimization processes ensure consistent performance and land-based safety, improving operational efficiency and ensuring dynamic execution along the entire logistics chain.