RPM, a leader in automotive logistics, has appointed Binu Panicker as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective August 22, 2025. With over 26 years of technology and leadership experience, Panicker is set to advance RPM’s mission to revolutionize the logistics technology landscape through AI and automation.
RPM has welcomed Binu Panicker as its Chief Technology Officer, a move that strengthens its position in the logistics technology sector. Panicker, with a robust background from roles at Covisint, Dassault, and FreightVerify, will report to John Perkovich, President of RPM North America, and the Board of Directors. His appointment aligns with RPM’s strategy to lead digital transformation in automotive logistics. “Binu’s leadership and deep expertise in scalable cloud architecture and AI are crucial as we expand our technological capabilities,” said John Perkovich.
Panicker’s extensive experience includes a transformative tenure as CTO at FreightVerify, where he spearheaded AI-driven strategies that onboarded major automotive OEMs, driving significant revenue growth. “RPM has a fantastic reputation for its innovative culture and cutting-edge technology platform,” said Binu Panicker. “I’m grateful to join such a forward-thinking company and leverage my broader industry expertise in AI and scalable cloud-platforms to build the future of mobility.” At RPM, he will focus on integrating next-generation AI and automation to enhance supply chain efficiencies.
In his role, Panicker will lead RPM’s product and engineering teams to deliver innovative technology solutions across all business verticals. His strategic vision emphasizes leveraging RPM’s platform to drive data-driven, forward-looking logistics solutions. This aligns with the industry’s ongoing digital transformation, positioning RPM to meet the dynamic needs of the global supply chain with precision and agility.
RPM’s commitment to digitizing automotive logistics sets it apart from traditional third-party logistics providers. Panicker’s expertise in scalable cloud architecture and AI will accelerate RPM’s technology roadmap, enhancing its ability to provide unparalleled solutions for the transportation of finished vehicles and specialty freight. His leadership is expected to reinforce RPM’s market position as a leader in the logistics technology landscape.
Binu Panicker’s appointment as CTO marks a pivotal moment for RPM, signaling its dedication to pioneering AI-driven logistics solutions. With his leadership, RPM is well-positioned to lead the digital transformation of the automotive logistics industry, delivering innovative and efficient supply chain solutions globally.
RPM provides the automotive ecosystem with flexible logistics for the transportation of finished vehicles and other specialty freight. To support the exact requirements of our clients, RPM's custom-engineered technology automates, optimizes, and digitizes the shipping process throughout a vehicle's life cycle. Our asset-light model is agile and flexible, bridging transportation modes regardless of scope and complexity to drive an operational advantage for our clients.
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