EDEN PRAIRIE, MINNESOTA, January 22, 2026 – C.H. Robinson, the global leader in lean AI supply chains, has been named to Fortune Media’s annual list of the World’s Most Admired Companies for the 12th year. The global logistics firm ranked #1 in its industry, reflecting the company’s commitment to innovation, strong leadership, and continued investment in its people. This year, C.H. Robinson received its highest rankings in innovation and quality of management, setting it apart from industry peers.
In this year’s survey, C.H. Robinson’s highest rankings were innovation and quality of management - making the company a standout among industry peers.
“We’re proud to be recognized again as the industry leader,” said Dave Bozeman, President and Chief Executive Officer, C.H. Robinson. “This honor belongs to our people and the teams who show up every day, push boundaries, and turn innovation into results for our customers and carriers. As AI and technology transform our industry, we’re investing in solutions that create real impact, not just headlines. This recognition reflects the momentum we’re building and the way our people are bringing our strategy to life as we enter our next phase of growth.”
Fortune collaborates with Korn Ferry to identify, select and rank the World’s Most Admired Companies. To be eligible, companies must generate at least $10 billion in revenue and rank among the largest in their industry. Insights from a survey of 3,700 executives, directors, and analysts determine which organizations earn top marks for corporate reputation.
“Fortune is proud to celebrate the companies on this year’s Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies 2026 list; they have set the bar for real innovation, resilient leadership, and global impact,” said Alyson Shontell, Fortune’s Editor in Chief and Chief Content Officer. “As rapidly advancing technologies such as AI transform entire industries, these organizations stand out for their ability to evolve with purpose and foresight, consistently shaping the path forward for global business, and the future of how we work and lead.”
Companies Are Rated on Nine Attributes
- Innovation
- People Management
- Use of Corporate Assets
- Social Responsibility
- Quality of Management
- Financial Soundness
- Long-Term Investment Value
- Quality of Products/Services
- Global Competitiveness
About C.H. Robinson
C.H. Robinson is the global leader in Lean AI supply chains. For more than a century, companies everywhere have looked to us to reimagine how goods move. Now, as we redefine what’s next for the industry, that same drive fuels our commitment to Building Tomorrow’s Supply Chains, Today™. Trusted by 83,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers, we manage an unmatched 37 million shipments annually, representing $23 billion in freight. We deliver tailored solutions across the world via truckload, less-than-truckload, ocean, air, and more. With our unique combination of human insight and Lean AI working as one, supply chains move faster, smarter, and more sustainably. As a responsible global citizen, we proudly contribute millions to the causes that matter most to our employees. For more information visit www.chrobinson.com. (Nasdaq: CHRW)
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